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The Australian Blind Spot: Where Domestic Rhetoric Meets Foreign Policy Reality
This is where Australia’s domestic rhetoric collides catastrophically with its foreign policy reality. Indonesia and Malaysia are nations where Islam is central to national identity and society. When Australian media and politicians amplify a toxic narrative that conflates Islam with extremism, the audience is not just domestic. Jakarta and Kuala Lumpur see it. They perceive an Australia increasingly…
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Australia’s Anti-Muslim Rhetoric: A Moral Failure and a Strategic Blunder
A dangerous contradiction lies at the heart of Australia’s current public discourse. While our nation prides itself on multicultural success and deep engagement with Asia, a relentless media frenzy seeks to redefine one of the world’s great faiths—Islam—solely through the prism of violence and extremism. This toxic narrative, which frames all Muslims as potential jihadists…
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vlog.com.vn Launches “CV & Blog”: A Revolutionary Free Platform for Personal Branding in Vietnam
HANOI, VIETNAM – [02/01/2026] – In today’s digital-first job market, a powerful online presence is no longer a luxury but a necessity. Recognizing this need, the innovative platform CV & Blog (https://vlog.com.vn) officially launches, offering individuals in Vietnam a completely free, all-in-one solution to build and manage their professional identity. CV & Blog eliminates the hassle of using…
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Tram Ton Pass: At Vietnam’s Heavenly Gate, Where Legends Meet the Clouds
Nestled in the Hoang Lien Son range of northern Vietnam, there is a place where the earth seems to strain towards the heavens. This is Tram Ton Pass, aptly named “Heaven’s Gate.” As Vietnam’s highest mountain pass, soaring to 1,900 meters above sea level, it is more than a geographic marvel; it is a threshold between worlds, steeped…
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Quiet Bloom: Nguyen Duc Thanh’s Lotus and the Art of the Áo Dài
Seated in red, the figure and the vase converse in color and silence — Nguyen Duc Thanh, from The Whisper of Sen series, 2024. “Like the lotus, she blooms with quiet strength and gentle grace.”Nguyen Duc Thanh’s oil paintings fold figure and flower into a single, lyrical language. He pairs the vertical sweep of the…
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The Imperial Cannons of Hue: Guardians of the Five Elements and Cosmic Order
Nestled within the historic grounds of the Hue Imperial Citadel, beyond the grand gates and intricate palaces, stand nine formidable bronze cannons. To the casual observer, they are relics of war, but to those versed in the ancient philosophies that shaped the Nguyen Dynasty, they are far more. They are the Sacred Cannons, eternal guardians embodying…
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Medical Tourism Vietnam and China’s GoBroad Healthcare Group Explore Strategic Partnership to Advance Oncology Care in Vietnam’s Booming Medical Tourism Sector
HANOI, VIETNAM – December 25, 2025 – Medical Tourism Vietnam, a leading facilitator for international patients seeking high-quality healthcare in Vietnam, is pleased to announce the initiation of strategic partnership discussions with GoBroad Healthcare Group (GHG), a prominent Chinese hospital group specializing in advanced cancer treatments. The parties have agreed to a high-level meeting in 2026…
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The Eternal Question: Was the Princess to Blame? Revisiting the Tragic Legend of Cổ Loa
IntroductionNestled in the northern plains of Vietnam, the ancient spiral citadel of Cổ Loa stands as a silent witness to one of the nation’s most foundational and heartbreaking myths. More than just an archaeological marvel, it is the stage for a story of divine power, devastating betrayal, and a king’s final, desperate plunge. At the heart of…
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The Responsible Infrastructure Model
The La Gan offshore wind project is distinguished not only by its colossal scale but by its foundational commitment to being a model of modern, responsible infrastructure. Moving beyond the simple calculus of clean energy generation, its developers at Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) and their local partners are implementing a proactive environmental stewardship plan that treats…
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Ahead of Schedule and On Target: Vietnam’s Offshore Oil Flow Fuels Economic Momentum
The growth of Vietnam’s offshore oil and gas sector is driven by a consortium of state-owned enterprises (SOEs) under the PetroVietnam (PVN) umbrella, whose exceptional 2024 performance provides a foundation for future investment. Company Role & Specialty Recent Performance & Strategic Move PV Drilling (PVD) Offshore drilling rig provider. Highest profit since 2015 (19% YoY growth). Key to…
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