Obama: Afghanistan Troop Decision Soon Nov 14, 2009
Today, those VietNam war dead lie in quiet graves, while Bank of America and Intel build factories and offices in Ho Chi Minh City and our Presidents and politicians do photo ops under the watchful gaze of a portrait of Uncle Ho ... "Intel is the first major foreign investor in high technology in Vietnam. The country's Ministry of Investment and Planning has given Intel an investment license to build a $300 million assembly and test facility to produce chips and computer parts. When completed,... (CBS News -- World)
Kolkata facing brutal future Nov 12, 2009
Following Dhaka (9 out of 10 possible vulnerability points), other cities at high risk are Manila and Jakarta (8 each), Kolkata and Phnom Penh (7 each), Ho Chi Minh City and Shanghai (6 each), Bangkok (5), and Kuala Lumpur, Hong Kong and Singapore (4 each). "Kolkata is within the Ganga delta and thus only metres above current sea level, making it prone to salt-water intrusion and sea-level rise effects. Being eastern India's main centre for business and commerce, it has expanded to accommodate... (India Times)
Medford veteran plans trip back to Vietnam Nov 1, 2009
The group will fly to Ho Chi Minh City, known as Saigon during the war. From there, they will spend a few days in the Mekong Delta, then head to the Central Highlands, north to Danang, then travel to Hue and finally take a train to Hanoi. (Longview Daily News, WA)
More of this story Oct 15, 2009
The teams departed from Tokyo, Japan to Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam enroute to Phnom Penh, Cambodia. Upon arrival, the teams made their way to the Foreign Correspondent's Club (FCC) where they received their next clue from the assignment editor. (Laurel Outlook, MT)
Jetstar Considering Southeast Asia Base to Support Flights to Europe Oct 9, 2009
The 27 percent-owned Jetstar Pacific in Vietnam is also considering expansion, including adding to its network of seven domestic destinations and possibly opening an international hub in Ho Chi Minh City, Buchanan said. The carrier became profitable in July after boosting market share to 23 percent from 14 percent and driving down operating costs by 29 percent. (Bloomberg -- Australia & New Zealand)
Long-haul for less Oct 6, 2009
Don't miss: the limestone islands of Halong Bay, a boat-trip on the Mekong Delta, exploring the war-time history of Ho Chi Minh City, the beaches of Hue. Costs: Moderate restaurant meal (R35-R70), Mid-range hotel room (R250). (iAfrica.com)
Amazing Race 15 Episode 3 Recap Oct 5, 2009
Dating Couple Marcy and Ron Eliminated in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam ... In Episode 3 of The Amazing Race 15, titled It s Like Being Dropped on Planet Mars, teams traveled to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam ... Next Destination: Ho Chi Minh City. (Suite101.com)
Mumbai rentals crash Sep 23, 2009
In the Asia Pacific region, the only locations to report positive growth were Ho Chi Minh City (50% increase), Myeongdong, Seoul (6% increase), East Nanjing Road and Middle Huaihai Road, Shanghai (4. 5% and 2. (India Times)
Outstanding Asia tours from $799 Sep 2, 2009
This exciting itinerary combines the two fascinating cities of Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City in one low-priced tour through historic Vietnam. Begin your adventure with a 3-night stay at the Movenpick Hotel Saigon, conveniently located just 20 minutes from downtown Ho Chi Minh City. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Click to read:3 U.S., 1 French Dead in Afghanistan Aug 2, 2009
58,000 corpses later, American banksters are setting up shop in Ho Chi Minh City. War is a racket. (CBS News)
Chasing the dragon Jul 27, 2009
All they have to do is stop at a nondescript property in Ho Chi Minh City and pick up between three and five 80-gram capsules of heroin each carefully pre-wrapped in a double coating of condoms and balloons. Then an assistant will help them insert the pellets into body cavities before they make the 10-hour return flight to Melbourne. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Marriott plants flag in Hanoi Jul 21, 2009
Marriott International plants flag in Hanoi - Washington Business Journal. for free extra services. (Washington Business Journal, DC)
From there to hair Jul 18, 2009
Xa came to California at 17 with his mother, who gave up a profitable business in Ho Chi Minh City to help her sick, elderly husband reunite with his older children. "She had to give up everything to get my dad over to see his kids," Xa said. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
More new A/H1N1 flu cases reported in Asia-Pacific region Jul 1, 2009
Of the 15 newly-detected cases, 13 cases were detected in Ho Chi Minh City and the rest two in Hanoi, said the ministry. Of these patients, there was one Thai patient entering the country through the Moc Bai border gate in southern Tay Ninh province of Vietnam, becoming the first case of flu coming to Vietnam by land, said Tay Ninh department of health. (Xinhuanet, China)
Modern Silk Road Jun 22, 2009
There is also an idea to build a road south through Laos alongside the Mekong River, past Champasak into Cambodia and on to Ho Chi Minh City (formerly Saigon) in southern Vietnam. This would also offer road links to the Cambodian capital Phnom Penh and the major destination of Siem Reap, next to the Angkor Wat temple complex. (BBC News -- Asia-Pacific)
Land of the dragon Jun 4, 2009
Last Updated: 07:19am 04 Jun 2009. Get up to R1,000 free. (iAfrica.com)
Kidman's adoption plans Jun 2, 2009
Instead, New Idea splashes with an "exclusive special report" from Vietnam about Nicole Kidman's plans to adopt a war orphan from Ho Chi Minh City. "Nicole and Keith have probably said they would like a healthy child," it writes of Kidman's baby hankering. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Asia: Weathering the Economic Crisis May 29, 2009
Some 700 miles to the south near Ho Chi Minh City, Jabil Circuit (jbl ... Intel plans to export most of its production from Ho Chi Minh City, since Vietnamese will buy just 3 million or so computers this year, while the Intel plant will be able to turn out hundreds of millions of chips annually. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Ho Chi Minh City May 5, 2009
The city is buzzing with motorbikes, so be quick to get up to speed. All the sights, smells and color of the city can be found around Cho Ben Thanh. (CNN -- International)
Vibrant Vietnam May 5, 2009
Sample the vibrancy of Vietnam in Ho Chi Minh City - CNN.com ... Sample the vibrancy of Vietnam in Ho Chi Minh City ... HO CHI MINH CITY, Vietnam (CNN) -- To feel the vibrancy of Ho Chi Minh City, all you have to do is step out onto a bustling city street. (CNN -- International)
Global response Apr 29, 2009
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam's largest city of more than 8m people, has stocks of Tamiflu sufficient for a million people. EUROPE. (BBC News -- Asia-Pacific)
Chrétien betting on resort-casino in Vietnam Apr 17, 2009
As part of the largest foreign investment in Vietnam, the former prime minister is involved in building a multibillion-dollar five-star resort and Las Vegas-style casino south of Ho Chi Minh City. The Ho Tram project, located on pristine white-sand beaches on the South China Sea. (Globe and Mail -- National)
Sierra Vista pastor returns to Vietnam Apr 1, 2009
One of the more than 30 churches the group visited as it made its way south to Ho Chi Minh City was accessible only by boat. Located on the Mekong River Delta, this church presented a whole other set of challenges. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Vietnam's First Luxury Tour Operator Puts Family Travel on Sale Mar 28, 2009
Journey together from Hanoi to the magical forest of Cuc Phuong where guests stay in forest bungalows; discover the world heritage site of Halong Bay aboard a traditional junk; explore the charming UNESCO-designated World Heritage town of Hoi An and its nearby beaches and end in the modern metropolis of Ho Chi Minh City. "On this forest and beach adventure, the whole family is certain to be entertained by the people, history, color and culture. What better education is there, than the education... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Biking Vietnam Mar 22, 2009
(06-15) 04:00 PDT Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam -- Sucking in a deep breath, I launch myself into one of the most exhilarating and terrifying adrenaline sports I have ever undertaken - riding a bicycle in Vietnam ... Most group cycling tour operators offer trips of a week or more that take in the most interesting and scenic regions along the length of this skinny, 1,000-mile-long, S-shaped country between Ho Chi Minh City - more commonly referred to by its old name of Saigon - in the south, and... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
UH shares expertise in AIDS Mar 10, 2009
HO CHI MINH CITY, Vietnam ... Nguyen graduated from the University of Hawaii School of Public Health and was a teacher at the University of Medicine and Pharmacy in Ho Chi Minh City, the UH medical school's new research partner ... HO CHI MINH CITY, Vietnam. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
UH doctors slow AIDS in Vietnam Mar 9, 2009
HO CHI MINH CITY, Vietnam ... HO CHI MINH CITY, Vietnam ... That's starting to change, said Dr. Tuan Huynh, a medical lecturer at the University of Medicine and Pharmacy in Ho Chi Minh City, who is working with Hawaii AIDS researcher Dr. Cecilia Shikuma to train Vietnamese military doctors on AIDS treatments. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
When politics weigh on investment decisions Mar 1, 2009
It demonstrates that investment in the state sector is not very sensitive to economic considerations, said Jonathan Pincus, dean of Ho Chi Minh City's Fulbright Economics Teaching Program ... The country's next two refineries, which will be bigger, are planned to go up in the much more advantageous locations of Nghi Son, just south of Hanoi, and Long Son, near the commercial hub of Ho Chi Minh City. (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Roger Cranville in Vietnam, Part Four: Ho Chi Minh City Feb 25, 2009
s senior vice president for global marketing, Roger Cranville, shares his experiences and reflections on the roars of an emerging economy from Ha Noi, Da Nang and Ho Chi Minh City. Travel from Da Nang to Ho Chi Minh City (formerly Saigon) took about an hour in the air ... We arrived at the hotel just before 9 p.m., and our delegation was met by Herb Cochran, executive director of AmCham Vietnam in Ho Chi Minh City. (Pittsburgh Business Times, PA)
Roger Cranville of the Pittsburgh Regional Alliance in Ha Noi Feb 18, 2009
Pittsburgh Regional Alliance s senior vice president for global marketing, Roger Cranville is providing the Pittsburgh Business Times with his insights, from Ha Noi, Da Nang and Ho Chi Minh City ... Monday began, bright and early, with a 7:30 a.m. briefing by Oliver Massmann and his colleagues Mr. Thuy and Mr. Duc from law firm Duane Morris, which has offices in Ha Noi, Ho Chi Minh City, Pittsburgh and other cities across the US and abroad. (Pittsburgh Business Times, PA)
Vietnam holiday Feb 12, 2009
Over the next 10 days you will really discover Vietnam visiting the cities of Saigon, Ho Chi Minh City, Danang, Hoi An, Hue and Hanoi. We'll take you to the Mekong Delta, Cu Chi tunnels, Thien Hau Temple, Binh Tay Market in Saigon and scenic Halong Bay. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
AirAsia offering 500,000 free tickets Feb 10, 2009
The latest promotion covers holiday destinations such as Bali, Bangkok, the Gold Coast, Haikou, Hangzhou, Ho Chi Minh City, Hong Kong, Jakarta, Kota Kinabalu, Langkawi, Kuala Lumpur, Kuching, Melbourne, Perth, Phuket, Shenzhen, Siem Reap, Singapore, Yogyakarta and others. Travellers can get the free tickets by logging onto or via mobile phone at. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Same-sex cruise travel increasingly popular Feb 8, 2009
Hong Kong to Singapore Cruise: March 28 - April 7, Hong Kong to Singapore sailing that includes stops in Hue (Danang), Nha Trang and Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam and Bangkok and Ko Samui in Thailand. Azamara Quest. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
