Vietnamese Telecoms Aim for Global Domination
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- Published on 24 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer. Illustration by Alberto Prieto.
While much of the conversation surrounding Vietnam’s largest state-owned companies relates to privatization and removing foreign ownership limits, two of Vietnam's telecommunications giants, FPT and Viettel, have their eyes on massive expansions both at home and abroad.
VietJet to Buy 100 Boeing Aircraft for $11.3bn
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- Published on 24 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
On the sidelines of American president Barack Obama’s visit to Vietnam, major aircraft manufacturer Boeing has secured a major business deal with the country's leading budget carrier.
19 Singlish Words Added to Oxford English Dictionary
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- Published on 24 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Earlier this year, the prominent Oxford English Dictionary added to its tome a host of new Singlish words, recognizing more of the Lion City's colloquial terminology.
[Video] President Obama and Anthony Bourdain Bond Over Bún Chả in Hanoi
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- Published on 24 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
After just 24 hours in Vietnam, the internet is jam-packed with thousands of photos and videos documenting American president Barack Obama's trip so far. Though there are plenty of gems from which to choose, our favorite image from the last day is that of President Obama sharing a bowl of bún chả with Vietnamese food-obsessed celebrity chef Anthony Bourdain.
[Map] 30 Saigon Streets to Limit Traffic for Obama Visit
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- Published on 24 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
With US President Barack Obama in Saigon later today and tomorrow morning, city authorities have announced that access to up to 30 downtown streets will be limited.
Morning News Roundup: Tropical Depression to Bring Heavy Rain to Vietnam This Week
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- Published on 24 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Triet Thai.
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City realizes $113.5 mln from sale of non-core businesses of state firms [Thanh Nien]
Tropical depression to bring heavy rain to Vietnam this week [Tuoi Tre]
5 Great Routes for Your Next Saigon – Hanoi Road Trip
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- Published on 23 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Sometimes it seems like travel blogger Vietnam Coracle spends more time on Vietnam’s roads than a strung out truck driver. As such, we thought it wise to present his latest road trip guide that offers up five different routes from Saigon to Hanoi.
[Video] Obama: US to Completely Lift Vietnam Arms Embargo
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- Published on 23 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
United States President Barack Obama started his historic Vietnam trip with a bang, announcing the end of an embargo on lethal weapons imposed on the country for decades.
[Photos] Proposed Design for Bac Ninh’s City Hall is a Stunner
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- Published on 23 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Vietnam’s Modern architecture scene continues to mature as local outfits - like 23o5studio, Nishizawa Architects and Nha Dan Architecture, to name a few – show a consistent pattern of innovation in their designs. However, of the handful of such firms that bid for work on large-scale projects, Vo Trong Nghia is probably the strongest name in the game.
Truong Van Ben and the Story of Co Ba Soap
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- Published on 23 May 2016
- Written by Tim Doling.
Once one of Saigon-Chợ Lớn’s most recognizable local brand names, Cô Ba soap was the crowning achievement of Trương Văn Bền’s long and successful business career.
[Video] Barack Obama Has Arrived in Vietnam
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- Published on 23 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
It's time to see if the meme-based premonitions will carry their weight now that US President Barack Obama has touched down in Hanoi.
Weekend News Roundup: 70,000 Teachers in Vietnam to Be Jobless by 2020
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- Published on 23 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Alexander McMillan.
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U.S. President Obama to visit century-old pagoda in Ho Chi Minh City [Tuoi Tre]
[Photos] Japan’s Last Samurai
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- Published on 21 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
The adoption of the Meiji Restoration in 1868 signaled the beginning of the end for Japan’s samurai’s who enjoyed centuries of prominence in the country's feudal ranks.
Vietnamese Students Take Home Prize at Intel ISEF 2016
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- Published on 21 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Two Saigon high school students made a big impression at an international science-engineering fair in the US for their all-terrain wheelchair design.
Saigoneer's Weekend Event Picks
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- Published on 20 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Looking for something to do this weekend? Check out our favorite events happening around Saigon.
Saigon to Roll out Smart Parking Lots
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- Published on 20 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Saigon is poised to deploy smart parking lots in downtown areas to meet the growing demand for space.
Google Translate Adds Offline Mode, Instant Chinese Translation
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- Published on 20 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
Google just made some major improvements on its translation tools.
[Video] Hẻm Gems: D5’s Glorious Goat Curry
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- Published on 20 May 2016
- Written by Brian Letwin and Lee Starnes. Photos by Brandon Coleman.
One of the benefits or writing this column is that it allows us to sample some of Saigon’s best local eateries. We may be well versed in the ways of street noshing, but once in a blue moon, we come across a dish that has us high fiving and silently pigging out without a word exchanged. Behold District 5’s Musa Cà Ri Dê Ấn Độ.
Fulbright University to Open in Vietnam This Year
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- Published on 20 May 2016
- Written by Saigoneer.
The prestigious, US government-funded Fulbright University will open its first campus in Vietnam later this year.
Morning News Roundup: 70 Tons of Dead Fish Picked up From HCMC Canal: Officials
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- Published on 20 May 2016
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Obama's visit to Vietnam: significant progress in Vietnam-US relations [VOV]
Coastal Flooding To Hit Three Nations Considered Heaviest Polluters By 2060: Christian Aid [TechTimes]
