I also was not able to view the photos online, but I am becoming increasingly curious about modern Vietnam and how it is rapidly changing. The Pew survey indicates that the Vietnamese are some of the happiest and most optimistic people on the planet, despite their difficult past. What accounts for this?
Anecdotally, I know two people who are traveling to Vietnam now. One friend is accompanying his father and grandmother as they move back to Vietnam. His dad and g'ma wish to spend the rest of their days in the homeland after living in the US for many years. Another friend is moving over to work on a project to establish a casino resort and a commerical bank. It sounds like the country is really opening up. I hope these developments ultimately benefit the average Vietnamese citizens.
Catherine
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