The Hanoitimes - Vietnam is one of the few nations to enjoy friendly relations with both Washington and Pyongyang, according to experts. North Korea wants to learn economic reform from Vietnam Vietnam shortlisted for second US-North Korea summit Vietnam willing to support second Trump-Kim summit: Spokesperson When US President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un meet in Vietnam on February 27 -28 for a second US – North Korea summit, the world spotlight will shine on a country that has come a long way from the Vietnam War. US President Donald Trump and North Korea leader Kim Jong Un. Source: AP. Vietnam is now a booming economy and increasingly assertive regional diplomatic player. It is also one of the few nations to enjoy friendly relations with both Washington and Pyongyang. The first round of talks, held last June in Singapore, produced vague promises by North Korea to dismantle its nuclear arsenal — but no concrete steps to … [Read more...] about Reasons behind Vietnam’s selection to host second US–North Korea summit: US press
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The Great Big Story about a Vietnamese-American woman
And if you don’t, you soon will, joining millions around the globe who have watched videos of a man losing his sense of taste, met the voice-over actor of Mario, Nintendo’s most beloved video game character, and the Mysterious Homes of Firefly Forest. With between 11 million and 17 million views each, these are some of the most watched videos among thousands published on YouTube by the global media company specializing in telling cinematic stories. GBS (Great Big Story) also publishes on Facebook, Vimeo, Apple TV, Roku, Amazon Prime Video and has mobile apps for iOS and Android. But there is a great big story about Great Big Story that has not been told yet; about a woman, the daughter of a Vietnamese refugee family, who is now the New York-based general manager of the company. This is Uyen Tieu’s story. Uyen Tieu, General Manager of Great Big Story. Photo acquired by VnExpress Finding a refuge Uyen’s father was a South Vietnamese soldier and her mother owned … [Read more...] about The Great Big Story about a Vietnamese-American woman
May Day celebrations in HCMC
Expat Interest May Day celebrations in HCMC Akanksha Bose Friday, May 4, 2018,18:10 (GMT+7) May Day celebrations in HCMCAkanksha Bose Neon signs decorate Times Square to honor Reunification Day taking place on April 30. PHOTO: AKANKSHA BOSE One of the largest crowds gathered at Times Square in Ben Nghe Ward of HCMC’s District 1 for the celebration of May Day, known in Vietnam as International Labor Day. A potboiler of cultures could be seen in the extended patio set up between the two streets, with people arriving from various parts of the city along with others from numerous countries like Spain, Russia and the Philippines. This area boasts of modern architecture and glass-encased high rise buildings consisting of various office spaces and uncountable restaurants to cater to every taste bud. The streets were decorated with bright lights and large neon signs commemorating Reunification Day, which took place a day before. … [Read more...] about May Day celebrations in HCMC