Chuck Kuhn's Asia in Photos: Vietnam newspapers - Oct 13

Tuesday, October 13, 2009

Vietnam newspapers - Oct 13 | Latest News

HANOI, Oct 13 (Reuters) - These are some of the leading stories in the official Vietnamese press on Tuesday. Reuters has not verified these stories.

FINANCIAL NEWS:

THOI BAO KINH TE VIETNAM -- The Industry and Trade Ministry has suggested that the government extend interest rate subsidies for farmers' loans until June 30, 2010.

ECONOMIC AND GENERAL NEWS:

NHAN DAN

-- Heavy rains are expected, and could cause flash floods in northern and north-central provinces from Tuesday due to the impact of an approaching storm, state forecasters said.

QUAN DOI NHAN DAN

-- Jetstar Airways, run by Qantas Airways (QAN.AX), said it would raise its stake in Vietnam's low-cost carrier Jetstar Pacific to 30 percent next year.

TUOI TRE

-- Financial difficulties at Vinashin's subsidiaries have caused delays to the company's major ship building projects.

THOI BAO KINH TE VIETNAM

-- The flow of foreign direct investment into Vietnam this year could fall 22 percent from last year to $8.8 billion, the Planning and Investment Ministry said. (Reporting by Hanoi Newsroom)

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“I can’t say what made me fall in love with Vietnam - that a woman’s voice can drug you; that everything is so intense. The colors, the taste, even the rain. Nothing like the filthy rain in London. They say whatever you’re looking for, you will find here. They say you come to Vietnam and you understand a lot in a few minutes, but the rest has got to be lived. The smell: that’s the first thing that hits you, promising everything in exchange for your soul. And the heat. Your shirt is straightaway a rag. You can hardly remember your name, or what you came to escape from. But at night, there’s a breeze. The river is beautiful. You could be forgiven for thinking there was no war; that the gunshots were fireworks; that only pleasure matters. A pipe of opium, or the touch of a girl who might tell you she loves you. And then, something happens, as you knew it would. And nothing can ever be the same again.”
― Graham Greene, The Quiet American

Tips on Travel to Vietnam

It's always warm in Southeast Asia apart from high mountains, so leave the heavy clothing at home. Cotton and breathable fabrics are always better than synthetics -- although cotton does wrinkle a lot when traveling! December through April is roughly the dry season in that region, although it can still rain a little. December is a good time to go in terms of temperature -- cooler than in the humid summertime. Either way, wearing more clothing (shirt sleeves and long pants) is always more respectful towards the Asian culture, especially when visiting temples and rural areas.