Vietnam Is Building Islands to Challenge China’s Hold on a Vital Waterway

The contested South China Sea boasts rich oil and gas reserves and could play a key role in a conflict over Taiwan.
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Vietnam Builds 21 Militarized Islands in South China Sea

Vietnam has constructed a total of 21 independent artificial islands in the South China Sea over the past four years in ...
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Vietnam is taking a leaf out of China’s playbook to build fortified islands in the disputed South China Sea

(CNN) — Vietnam is on a South China Sea island-building binge that will likely see it soon surpass the area China has reclaimed in the strategic and contested Spratly Islands, according to a new ...

Thailand vs Vietnam: 8 Key Differences to Know Before You Go

These important differences between Thailand vs Vietnam can set you up for success on your next visit to Southeast Asia. Here's what to know.
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Two pets found on island in Vietnam turn out to be critically endangered species

Scientists visited Hon Lao Island and found two critically endangered turtles being kept as pets. Photos show the first-of-its-kind sighting. Screengrab from YouTube video shared by Thinking Nomads On ...