Vietnam, Singapore Negotiate Submarine Cables Amidst US-China Tech Rivalry
Vietnam and Singapore are negotiating two submarine cable projects, one a direct \$150 million link, the other integrating Vietnam into a larger Singapore-Japan network; US lobbying to exclude Chinese contractors highlights geopolitical tensions and data security concerns.
Vietnam, Singapore Negotiate Submarine Cables Amidst US-China Tech Rivalry
Vietnam and Singapore are negotiating two submarine cable projects, one a direct \$150 million link, the other integrating Vietnam into a larger Singapore-Japan network; US lobbying to exclude Chinese contractors highlights geopolitical tensions and data security concerns.
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40% Bias Score
Six Critically Endangered Mekong Catfish Caught, Released in Cambodia
Six critically endangered Mekong giant catfish, reaching up to 3 meters long and 300 kilograms, were caught and released in Cambodia within five days, offering unprecedented hope for the species' survival and highlighting the success of ongoing conservation efforts.
Six Critically Endangered Mekong Catfish Caught, Released in Cambodia
Six critically endangered Mekong giant catfish, reaching up to 3 meters long and 300 kilograms, were caught and released in Cambodia within five days, offering unprecedented hope for the species' survival and highlighting the success of ongoing conservation efforts.
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20% Bias Score
Vietnamese Officials Accused of Assaulting New Zealand Servers
Two Vietnamese officials, associated with the Vietnamese police, allegedly indecently assaulted two young female servers at a Wellington restaurant in March; New Zealand police are unable to pursue charges due to the lack of an extradition treaty with Vietnam.
Vietnamese Officials Accused of Assaulting New Zealand Servers
Two Vietnamese officials, associated with the Vietnamese police, allegedly indecently assaulted two young female servers at a Wellington restaurant in March; New Zealand police are unable to pursue charges due to the lack of an extradition treaty with Vietnam.
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52% Bias Score
Climate Change Drives 70% Surge in Arabica Coffee Bean Prices
Arabica coffee bean prices jumped 70% in 2023 to \$3.50 per pound—the highest since 1977—due to climate change-related events that diminished crop yields in Brazil and Vietnam, impacting coffee prices for consumers and businesses.
Climate Change Drives 70% Surge in Arabica Coffee Bean Prices
Arabica coffee bean prices jumped 70% in 2023 to \$3.50 per pound—the highest since 1977—due to climate change-related events that diminished crop yields in Brazil and Vietnam, impacting coffee prices for consumers and businesses.
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32% Bias Score
China and Vietnam Strengthen Economic and Strategic Ties
During their 16th bilateral cooperation meeting in Beijing, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Vietnamese Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son agreed to strengthen mutual trust, expand economic ties, particularly in AI and e-commerce, and manage maritime disputes to build a Chi...
China and Vietnam Strengthen Economic and Strategic Ties
During their 16th bilateral cooperation meeting in Beijing, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Vietnamese Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son agreed to strengthen mutual trust, expand economic ties, particularly in AI and e-commerce, and manage maritime disputes to build a Chi...
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8% Bias Score
"Preço do café atinge recorde histórico devido a eventos climáticos."
"O preço internacional do café atingiu o nível mais alto da história, ultrapassando US\$ 3,44 por libra de arábica em dezembro de 2024, devido à redução da produção no Brasil e Vietnã por eventos climáticos extremos e aumento da demanda global."
"Preço do café atinge recorde histórico devido a eventos climáticos."
"O preço internacional do café atingiu o nível mais alto da história, ultrapassando US\$ 3,44 por libra de arábica em dezembro de 2024, devido à redução da produção no Brasil e Vietnã por eventos climáticos extremos e aumento da demanda global."
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44% Bias Score
Vietnamese Politburo Issues Formal Warning to Former Prime Minister Nguyễn Xuân Phúc
Former Vietnamese Prime Minister Nguyễn Xuân Phúc received a formal warning from the Politburo on December 13th, 2024, for violating party and state regulations, failing to prevent corruption, and breaching conduct guidelines, marking a shift towards stronger accountability under General Secretary T...
Vietnamese Politburo Issues Formal Warning to Former Prime Minister Nguyễn Xuân Phúc
Former Vietnamese Prime Minister Nguyễn Xuân Phúc received a formal warning from the Politburo on December 13th, 2024, for violating party and state regulations, failing to prevent corruption, and breaching conduct guidelines, marking a shift towards stronger accountability under General Secretary T...
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40% Bias Score
"Vietnamese Officials Sentenced for Leaking Information to Dissident Blogger; Decree 147 Tightens Internet Control"
"Five former Vietnamese officials received prison sentences for leaking information to blogger Đường Văn Thái, who was sentenced to 12 years for anti-state activities; Vietnam's new Decree 147 further restricts internet access."
"Vietnamese Officials Sentenced for Leaking Information to Dissident Blogger; Decree 147 Tightens Internet Control"
"Five former Vietnamese officials received prison sentences for leaking information to blogger Đường Văn Thái, who was sentenced to 12 years for anti-state activities; Vietnam's new Decree 147 further restricts internet access."
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52% Bias Score
Record Coffee Prices: Extreme Weather Drives Global Price Surge
Global Arabica coffee prices reached a record high of \$3.44 per pound on December 10th, 2024, driven by reduced harvests in Brazil and Vietnam due to extreme weather, leading major coffee brands to plan price increases in 2025.
Record Coffee Prices: Extreme Weather Drives Global Price Surge
Global Arabica coffee prices reached a record high of \$3.44 per pound on December 10th, 2024, driven by reduced harvests in Brazil and Vietnam due to extreme weather, leading major coffee brands to plan price increases in 2025.
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40% Bias Score
China and Vietnam Strengthen Cooperation, Building a "Shared Future" Community
During the 16th meeting of the China-Vietnam Steering Committee for Bilateral Cooperation in Beijing, both countries pledged to deepen strategic mutual trust and cooperation across various sectors, including trade, investment, technology, and infrastructure, with a focus on managing differences and ...
China and Vietnam Strengthen Cooperation, Building a "Shared Future" Community
During the 16th meeting of the China-Vietnam Steering Committee for Bilateral Cooperation in Beijing, both countries pledged to deepen strategic mutual trust and cooperation across various sectors, including trade, investment, technology, and infrastructure, with a focus on managing differences and ...
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48% Bias Score
China and Vietnam Deepen Cooperation, Strengthen Strategic Mutual Trust
During the 16th meeting of the China-Vietnam Steering Committee for Bilateral Cooperation in Beijing on Tuesday, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Vietnamese Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son agreed to enhance strategic mutual trust and cooperation across various sectors, i...
China and Vietnam Deepen Cooperation, Strengthen Strategic Mutual Trust
During the 16th meeting of the China-Vietnam Steering Committee for Bilateral Cooperation in Beijing on Tuesday, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Vietnamese Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son agreed to enhance strategic mutual trust and cooperation across various sectors, i...
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48% Bias Score
Vietnam's $12 Billion Fraud: Tycoon Loses Death Sentence Appeal
Vietnamese property tycoon Truong My Lan's appeal against the death sentence for a $12 billion fraud was rejected; she could commute her sentence to life imprisonment by repaying $9 billion.
Vietnam's $12 Billion Fraud: Tycoon Loses Death Sentence Appeal
Vietnamese property tycoon Truong My Lan's appeal against the death sentence for a $12 billion fraud was rejected; she could commute her sentence to life imprisonment by repaying $9 billion.
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48% Bias Score