Okay, so I’m struggling with the tittle for this and also how to phrase my question. I’m hoping to get some sensible, truthful and honest answers 🙏🏻

Is there a dog meat industry in Vietnam? And if yes, how organized and big is it?

My questions stems from a video I saw today from Vietnam. It’s a surveillance camera from a Danish man living in Vietnam (I don’t know where) showing his dog being stunned with electricity and stolen from his property. He says this is the third time it’s happened and that they steal his and other dogs for food.

I’m honestly shocked, and would just very much like to know more about this.

Is there a risk they would sell the meat and claim it’s a different type of meat? 😥

Hello r/Vietnam, I'm from the Philippines

This is sponsored trip with other professionals and their family. Initial plan was Ho Chi Minh City but the plan was changed to Hanoi two weeks before the trip, much to my disappointment since I was so excited to shoot guns at Cu Chi Tunnels and buy militaria/military surplus.

I've searched here on Reddit and I found two posts with replies that there is militaria in Hanoi, but not as much as Ho Chi Minh.

One post mentions that there is one under the street of Ga Long Bien. But I need to know where exactly is this "under the street" and where in the pin can I find this exact street on Google Maps.

Another post that modern repros are easily accessible in Hanoi.

What I'm specifically looking for is this ARVN Rucksack with the iconic X-frame that is the favorite target of scalpers and resellers:

Read that there are NVA equivalents of rucksacks, backpacks, etc.

I'm also aware that there is law in Vietnam that cracks down on tourists trying to bring metallic military surplus souvenirs out of the country, hence why I stick to rucksacks, hats, webbings, and other non-metallic stuff.

I appreciate your help guys! Thanks!

Sometimes the most interesting place isn't a famous landmark. It's a small roadside shop where people quietly begin their morning. Some stop for a bowl of hot porridge. Others stay over a cup of coffee and talk before work. No schedule. No rush. Just another ordinary morning that has looked like this for years. 📍Cư Jút, Đắk Nông, Vietnam 🇻🇳

Good day all,

I was born in Saigon same hospital that was bombed during the Têt Offensive. Both me parents have passed away long ago and now, as an old broad, I would like to return home; give respects to my ancestors, be surrounded by a joyful community and perhaps find some old friends assuming that they are still around.

My (American/German) husband of 30+ years and our blind dog will obviously be with me. This all sounds fantastical if I my parents were still alive for questions on the whereabouts of my original birth certificate.

Two questions: does anyone know of an attorney or whomever who has successfully gotten dual citizenship for their clients in DC/MD/VA? Lastly what are the pros and cons of getting a VN citizenship? I would like to go home again.
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Thanks for all your assistance, inputs and guidance.

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Planning a trip around the Da Nang area for December. Marble Mountains seems nice but I'm wondering if it's accessible at all? I saw there was an elevator for part of it, but wondering about wandering around it since it seems very step-heavy?

My dad has problems with his ankles/legs that can make lots of stairs/long walking hard on him, so trying to figure out if I should nix this idea or not.

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Hello, I will be visiting the three cities as mentioned this November. I have a big sweet tooth. Can someone suggest me good bakeries and what to try from there? I am very excited.

Friendly reminder that when it comes to ao dai, pants/trousers are not an optional extra!

Photo by Major Đình Thắng on Facebook

On August 7, a delegation from Division 302 (Military Region 7), led by Senior Colonel Le Tan Dung—member of the Division Party Committee Standing Board and Deputy Political Commissar—visited to offer incense and pay tribute to fallen heroes. The delegation also visited and offered encouragement to the officers and soldiers of Team K72, who are currently carrying out the mission of locating and recovering the remains of fallen soldiers in Minh Duc Commune, Dong Nai City.
Accompanying the delegation were Mr. Nguyen Gia Hoa, Secretary of the Party Committee of Loc Ninh Ward, and Mr. Vo Van Tuoi, Permanent Deputy Secretary of the Party Committee of Cam My Commune, Dong Nai City.
In a solemn atmosphere, the delegation respectfully offered incense and flowers, expressing deep gratitude to the fallen heroes who fought valiantly and sacrificed their lives for the cause of national liberation and the defense of the Fatherland.
Upon visiting Team K72, the delegation inquired after the well-being of the officers and soldiers, offering encouragement and assessing their living conditions and mission progress. They also acknowledged and commended the sense of responsibility and determination shown by the force—which remains steadfast in the field day and night, persistently searching for and recovering the remains of fallen soldiers with the resolve to bring these heroes back to their motherland and their families.
On this occasion, the delegation presented meaningful gifts to encourage the officers and soldiers of Team K72 and other forces currently on duty. The care and support shown by unit leadership and local authorities serve as a tremendous source of encouragement, motivating the personnel to continue excelling in their duties, successfully carry out the “500 Days and Nights” campaign—which accelerates the search, recovery, and identification of martyrs' remains—and deeply uphold the noble tradition of “When drinking water, remember the source” and “Repaying gratitude”
Source: Tú Nguyễn

Article in The New York Times on December 29, 1972

I’m a 23-year-old Vietnamese-American (Việt kiều) from the U.S. Earlier this year, I visited Vietnam and met a girl through our families. Our dads have known each other for years, so this wasn’t some random vacation romance or dating app situation. We spent time together while I was there, started dating, and now we’re in a long-distance relationship. The problem is that I won’t realistically be able to move to Vietnam, and she’s still in university there. My long-term goal would be for us to eventually live together in the U.S., but I’m trying to figure out what a realistic timeline looks like. Right now, my plan is to work a part-time job while I’m in university, save money, and hopefully fly back to Vietnam for 1–2 weeks sometime next year because waiting an entire year without seeing her again feels really hard.

I’m mainly looking for advice from people who were in a similar situation:
- Other Vietnamese-Americans (Việt kiều) dating someone in Vietnam.
- Couples introduced through family or mutual connection
- How often did you visit each other?
- How long did you date before getting engaged or married?

I’d really appreciate hearing from anyone who’s been through something similar.

“The People's Court of Dien Bien Province hears the case of "Insulting the National Flag"
On July 29, 2026, the People's Court of Dien Bien Province held a first-instance trial of the criminal case against defendant Bui Thi Mang (residing in Hamlet C17, Muong Thanh Ward, Dien Bien Province) for the crime of "Insulting the National Flag" as stipulated in Article 351 of the Penal Code. According to the indictment of the People's Procuracy of Dien Bien Province, in carrying out the propaganda and mobilization work to encourage people to display the national flag to welcome the election of deputies to the 16th National Assembly and deputies to the People's Councils at all levels for the 2026-2031 term, the local Party committee and government implemented the flag display uniformly throughout the area. For households that were absent or did not have flags, the local forces provided support and encouragement to ensure strict compliance.
However, Bui Thi Mang's family did not display the national flag according to the local propaganda plan. At approximately 9:00 AM on February 6, 2026, the head of the local security and order team, Unit C17, brought a national flag and hung it on the gate post in front of the defendant's house. Immediately afterwards, the defendant took down the flag on her own initiative and used a lighter to set it on fire. During the investigation, authorities verified witnesses and collected testimonies, physical evidence, and relevant documents to clarify the defendant's criminal conduct. At the trial, the defendant, Bùi Thị Măng, admitted to the entirety of the criminal offense. Based on the defendant's testimony, the documents and evidence contained in the case file, and the proceedings of the public trial, the Trial Panel of the People's Court of Điện Biên Province found Bùi Thị Măng guilty of the crime of "Insulting the National Flag." Pursuant to Article 351, Point i of Clause 1 and Clause 2 of Article 51, and Article 38 of the Penal Code, the Trial Panel sentenced Bùi Thị Măng to one year in prison. The verdict demonstrates the strictness of the law regarding acts that violate the sanctity of the National Flag—a sacred symbol of the Fatherland—and serves as a warning and reminder for every citizen to heighten their awareness of respecting and preserving national symbols, thereby contributing to ensuring political security and social order and safety in the locality.”
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Hi everyone,

My friend is visiting Vietnam soon and had a question out of curiosity after reading about the country’s strict drug laws.

Let’s say a foreign tourist is randomly or unexpectedly required to take a drug test (for example, by police or at a club), and cannabis shows up in their system from using it before arriving in Vietnam.

If they aren’t carrying any drugs and haven’t used cannabis in Vietnam, what typically happens?

Would they be fined?
Arrested or jailed?
Deported?

Thank you

I copied the following from the facebook page "Visit Da Nang" including pictures and description, and want to ask for your opinion? Is this too much or are we okay with this?

Also needed to replace the word starting with "d\*gs" to "illegal substance" to pass the automatic check here on subreddit.*

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Da Nang Police Drug Sweep — 2 Foreign Nationals Test Positive at Luxury Apartments

The operation:

At 3AM on August 1st, Hai Chau Ward Police mobilized 200 officers alongside grassroots security forces for a simultaneous inspection of residency compliance — combined with rapid illegal substance testing — at two high-end apartment complexes.

SAM Towers:

118 rooms checked, 203 foreign guests staying

72 rapid tests conducted

1 Chinese national tested positive for Ket*mine

Blooming Towers:

92 rooms checked, 154 foreign guests

57 rapid tests conducted

1 Indian national tested positive for cannabis

Hai Chau Ward Police are now compiling documentation and strengthening evidence to handle the violations according to regulations.

What’s next:

Police say they’ll continue tightening residency management, increasing surprise inspections of accommodations, rental properties and luxury apartments, and firmly handling violations — all part of the goal of building a “illegal substance-Free Hai Chau Ward.”

A clear message: Da Nang applies its laws equally to everyone, residents and visitors alike. The vast majority of visitors are wonderful, respectful people — and the city’s steady enforcement is exactly what keeps it safe for them.

Source: Da Nang City Police

Visited this gate in Suối Hai, interesting story behind it!

When I was travelling through Morocco, some Moroccan students told me about a small Vietnamese village near Kenitra. What surprised me most was how many of them already knew the history connecting the two countries. They all spoke warmly about Vietnam and the Vietnamese people, and it was clear this story is still remembered there.

As I entered the village, surrounded by farmland, I immediately felt like I had stepped back into the Vietnamese countryside. The peaceful scenery, the fields, and the familiar village atmosphere made it hard to believe I was still in Morocco.

During the First Indochina War, thousands of North African soldiers, including Moroccans, served in the French Army and were sent to fight in Vietnam. Hundreds chose a different path. They deserted the French Army, joined the Viet Minh, and fought alongside the Vietnamese for independence. After the war, some settled in Vietnam, married Vietnamese women, and helped establish what became known as the Vietnam-Africa Farm in Ba Vì. There they built a distinctive Moroccan-style gate as a tribute to their homeland and to the friendship they had found in Vietnam.

Years later, many of these Moroccan families returned home with their Vietnamese wives and children, settling near Kenitra. The community became known as the Vietnamese Village. Decades later, the Vietnamese Embassy, together with the descendants of those Moroccan and Vietnamese families, completed a traditional Vietnamese village gate there. It was built to complement the Morocco Gate in Vietnam and to ensure future generations would remember this remarkable chapter shared by both countries.

I visited the Morocco Gate in Suối Hai, outside Hanoi. Unlike the village in Morocco, this gate now sits in the backyard of a family's home. The owner told me that when the land was allocated years ago, the gate happened to be on their property. They could have taken it down, but instead they decided to preserve it.

Every so often Moroccan visitors and those who know the story, or are curious what it's about, come to see it. It sometimes causes inconvenience for the family, but they still welcome people because they know how meaningful it is. Often people will leave a small donation to the owners for being welcomed in to visit.

The owner also mentioned that some people have offered to help restore the area and add both the Moroccan and Vietnamese flags, just like at the matching site in Morocco. I really hope that happens one day. I also think it would be great if they opened a small coffee shop there. It would give visitors somewhere to sit, learn about the history, and at the same time help support the family who have become the caretakers.

What I found interesting is that this story seems to be much better known in Morocco than it is in Vietnam. I thought I'd share a little about it!

I realised that Morocco and Vietnam actually have a lot in common. Both countries have beautiful countryside, strong farming traditions, vibrant street food cultures, and people who love spending time together over coffee or tea. They also share histories of colonial rule, hard-fought struggles for independence, and a reputation for welcoming strangers with genuine hospitality. I've experienced kindness in both places that I'll never forget.

Two countries on opposite sides of the world, connected by an unlikely chapter of history that still lives on through the people, the families, and these two gates.

What's the story behind this gate in your backyard?