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Several foreign women have reported being sexually harassed by groups of teenage boys and young men in Hanoi. The municipal Department of Public Security confirmed on Thursday it had ordered local police units to promptly investigate the cases and impose harsh punishment upon the offenders. Officers in Quang An Ward, Tay Ho District previously received reports from four foreign women who said they had been insulted and sexually harassed by some groups of boys and young men ages around 15 to 20 traveling on motorbikes with hidden license plates. Three of the women were staying in Quang An Ward while the other in Tu Lien Ward, also in Tay Ho District. Local media added that some Vietnamese women had also been harassed by these individuals. The incidents took place near the West Lake from late January to February. Police are collecting statements from the victims and eyewitnesses, as well as examining CCTV footage in the area where the incidents took place. They are also searching for potential suspects and have warned the foreign community in the area of such a situation. Quang An Ward police have advised local residents and foreigners in the neighborhood to avoid going outside alone or going to secluded locations. Those who have any information related to the incidents or suspects may contact the local police station via phone number 02437184128. Deputy Prime Minister Truong Hoa Binh has requested the Hanoi People’s Committee and relevant agencies to promptly verify the reports and impose stern penalties upon those responsible. Like us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter to get the latest news about Vietnam! …

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Opening with the theme of “Inspiring creativeness and innovation for a cohesive and responsive ASEAN”, the event witnessed the participation of young experts and scientists from both at home and abroad. Participants used the occasion to discuss a range of measures aimed at dealing with difficulties faced by the region and methods in which to build the ASEAN community in a sustainable manner. During the course of the event, there was a plenary session featuring aspects of creativeness and innovation through the initiatives and activities of young ASEAN scientists. In addition, seminars were held to discuss the new normal in ASEAN, ways to inspire creativeness and innovation to overcome the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, the building of smart cities, and developing infrastructure, medicine and health within the ASEAN Community by 2030. …

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The Hanoitimes - Local police are investigating the incidents shortly after the cases reported. Vietnam’s Permanent Deputy Prime Minister Truong Hoa Binh has required Hanoi to verify signs of physical abuse toward foreign women after accusations have gone viral over the past few days. A victim of sexual harassment in Hanoi. Photo: Zing Hanoi’s authorities need to have strict penalties to perpetrators of sexual harassment that has been reported on local media, according to the Government’s Office. The accusations were filed after a number of foreign women told local media and communities on social platforms, triggering indignation over the molestation that now targets to a wider range of victims. News on media shows that from late January to late February, a number of adolescents covering face with masks and riding on motorbikes with hidden plates committed sexual molestation to four foreign women who were strolling around West Lake, one of the most famous lakes in Hanoi where many expats reside. The abuse has somewhat threatened walking outside at night in that area of the city. Regarding the accusations, some embassies in Hanoi have warned their citizens of the situation. The US Embassy in Hanoi urged American citizens to be careful and consider traveling in groups when walking or jogging in that area. On March 4, Chairman of the Hanoi People’s Committee Chu Ngoc Anh asked the local police to investigate these incidents. Lieutenant General Nguyen Hai Trung, director of the Hanoi Department of Police, demanded extensive investigations on the cases. …

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