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China conducts military drills in Gulf of Tonkin amid territorial dispute with Vietnam
China initiated live-fire military exercises in the Gulf of Tonkin from July 10-13, following Vietnam's announcement of a new baseline for its territorial waters, escalating existing maritime tensions and potentially violating international maritime agreements.
China conducts military drills in Gulf of Tonkin amid territorial dispute with Vietnam
China initiated live-fire military exercises in the Gulf of Tonkin from July 10-13, following Vietnam's announcement of a new baseline for its territorial waters, escalating existing maritime tensions and potentially violating international maritime agreements.
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32% Bias Score
EU Accused of Ignoring Vietnam's Human Rights Abuses Under EVFTA
The International Federation for Human Rights and the Vietnam Committee on Human Rights filed a complaint with the EU on February 4, alleging Vietnam's suppression of human rights defenders violates the EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA), prompting questions about the EU's commitment to using t...
EU Accused of Ignoring Vietnam's Human Rights Abuses Under EVFTA
The International Federation for Human Rights and the Vietnam Committee on Human Rights filed a complaint with the EU on February 4, alleging Vietnam's suppression of human rights defenders violates the EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA), prompting questions about the EU's commitment to using t...
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48% Bias Score
Surge in Long-Haul Holiday Bookings Driven by Cost and TV Influence
Kuoni and Thomas Cook report a surge in long-haul holiday bookings for 2025, up 14% and 10% respectively year-on-year, driven by cost-effectiveness compared to European holidays, pension tax changes, and the influence of popular TV shows featuring exotic locations; popular destinations include Thail...
Surge in Long-Haul Holiday Bookings Driven by Cost and TV Influence
Kuoni and Thomas Cook report a surge in long-haul holiday bookings for 2025, up 14% and 10% respectively year-on-year, driven by cost-effectiveness compared to European holidays, pension tax changes, and the influence of popular TV shows featuring exotic locations; popular destinations include Thail...
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36% Bias Score
Vietnamese Journalist Huy Duc Indicted for Facebook Posts
On February 12, 2025, Vietnam's Supreme People's Procuracy indicted journalist Truong Huy San ("Huy Duc") for "abusing democratic freedoms" via 13 Facebook posts (2015-2024) criticizing the government; the case was transferred to Hanoi's People's Court, following a similar case against lawyer Tran D...
Vietnamese Journalist Huy Duc Indicted for Facebook Posts
On February 12, 2025, Vietnam's Supreme People's Procuracy indicted journalist Truong Huy San ("Huy Duc") for "abusing democratic freedoms" via 13 Facebook posts (2015-2024) criticizing the government; the case was transferred to Hanoi's People's Court, following a similar case against lawyer Tran D...
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60% Bias Score
Vietnamese Ex-Executive Under Heavy Guard in Germany Amid Political Power Struggle
Nguyen Thi Thanh Nhan, a 56-year-old former executive of a Vietnamese foreign trade company, is living under heavy guard in Germany after fleeing Vietnam, where she was sentenced to 30 years in prison for corruption. Her case is politically charged due to her alleged affair with Vietnam's Prime Mini...
Vietnamese Ex-Executive Under Heavy Guard in Germany Amid Political Power Struggle
Nguyen Thi Thanh Nhan, a 56-year-old former executive of a Vietnamese foreign trade company, is living under heavy guard in Germany after fleeing Vietnam, where she was sentenced to 30 years in prison for corruption. Her case is politically charged due to her alleged affair with Vietnam's Prime Mini...
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48% Bias Score
To Lam's Vision: A New Era for Vietnam's Development
In his 95th anniversary address for the Vietnamese Communist Party (VCP), General Secretary To Lam outlined a vision for Vietnam to become a high-income, developed socialist country by 2045, differing from his predecessor's more cautious approach, and emphasized streamlining the political system and...
To Lam's Vision: A New Era for Vietnam's Development
In his 95th anniversary address for the Vietnamese Communist Party (VCP), General Secretary To Lam outlined a vision for Vietnam to become a high-income, developed socialist country by 2045, differing from his predecessor's more cautious approach, and emphasized streamlining the political system and...
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40% Bias Score
Vietnam to Slash Public Sector Jobs, Restructure Ministries
Vietnam's parliament approved a plan to reduce public sector jobs by 20 percent and restructure ministries, aiming to improve economic efficiency and governance, with around 100,000 employees affected by layoffs or early retirement offers.
Vietnam to Slash Public Sector Jobs, Restructure Ministries
Vietnam's parliament approved a plan to reduce public sector jobs by 20 percent and restructure ministries, aiming to improve economic efficiency and governance, with around 100,000 employees affected by layoffs or early retirement offers.
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44% Bias Score
Vietnam Amends National Assembly Law to Enhance Deputy Accountability
The Vietnamese National Assembly passed a law on February 17, 2025, amending its organization law to include provisions for temporarily suspending or removing deputies facing criminal charges or disciplinary actions (warnings or above), clarifying procedures for accountability and transparency.
Vietnam Amends National Assembly Law to Enhance Deputy Accountability
The Vietnamese National Assembly passed a law on February 17, 2025, amending its organization law to include provisions for temporarily suspending or removing deputies facing criminal charges or disciplinary actions (warnings or above), clarifying procedures for accountability and transparency.
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36% Bias Score
Global Coffee Prices Surge 75.8% Due to Brazil's Reduced Harvest
Brazil's reduced coffee harvest due to adverse weather, coupled with similar issues in Vietnam, has caused a 75.8% price increase since January 2024, reaching $375.34 per pound in early February 2025; Brazil anticipates a 4.4% decrease in its harvest, totaling 51.8 million sacks.
Global Coffee Prices Surge 75.8% Due to Brazil's Reduced Harvest
Brazil's reduced coffee harvest due to adverse weather, coupled with similar issues in Vietnam, has caused a 75.8% price increase since January 2024, reaching $375.34 per pound in early February 2025; Brazil anticipates a 4.4% decrease in its harvest, totaling 51.8 million sacks.
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40% Bias Score
New Zealand Seeks Extradition of Vietnamese Officials for Sexual Assault
Two Vietnamese officials are sought for extradition by New Zealand police following accusations of sexual assault against two restaurant employees in Wellington during a March 2024 visit; the investigation is ongoing despite the lack of an extradition treaty.
New Zealand Seeks Extradition of Vietnamese Officials for Sexual Assault
Two Vietnamese officials are sought for extradition by New Zealand police following accusations of sexual assault against two restaurant employees in Wellington during a March 2024 visit; the investigation is ongoing despite the lack of an extradition treaty.
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56% Bias Score
Trump Administration Plans to Merge USAID into State Department
The Trump administration plans to merge USAID into the State Department, prompting outrage from Democrats who cite national security risks and illegality. Staff were instructed to stay home on February 3rd, and the USAID website is inaccessible, raising concerns about transparency and the fate of on...
Trump Administration Plans to Merge USAID into State Department
The Trump administration plans to merge USAID into the State Department, prompting outrage from Democrats who cite national security risks and illegality. Staff were instructed to stay home on February 3rd, and the USAID website is inaccessible, raising concerns about transparency and the fate of on...
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64% Bias Score
Le Hoai Trung Appointed Head of Vietnam's Central Party Office
Le Hoai Trung, a Politburo member, was appointed Head of Vietnam's Central Party Office on February 3rd, 2025, replacing Nguyen Duy Ngọc, who assumed a new role. This follows the Central External Relations Board's dissolution and the recent leadership transition within the Communist Party.
Le Hoai Trung Appointed Head of Vietnam's Central Party Office
Le Hoai Trung, a Politburo member, was appointed Head of Vietnam's Central Party Office on February 3rd, 2025, replacing Nguyen Duy Ngọc, who assumed a new role. This follows the Central External Relations Board's dissolution and the recent leadership transition within the Communist Party.
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20% Bias Score
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