BBC 'deeply concerned' about journalist unable to leave Vietnam

BBC News - WorldCenterEN 1 min read 100% complete October 28, 2025 at 11:27 PM

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The BBC expressed deep concern over a Vietnamese national journalist who has been unable to leave Vietnam for several months after traveling there to visit family and renew their passport. The journalist's passport and ID card have been withheld, and they have faced multiple days of questioning by authorities. The corporation urged the Vietnamese government to release the documents immediately so that the journalist can return to work. This incident occurred as General Secretary To Lam of the Communist Party of Vietnam visited the UK, where he was expected to meet with Sir Keir Starmer. A Foreign Office spokesperson highlighted the UK's commitment to defending media freedom and expressed concern about reported harassment of journalists in Vietnam. The country is known for its economic growth alongside strict political censorship and poor human rights records.

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Sir Keir Starmer 50% To Lam 60% Vietnam ×370% BBC ×280%

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Vietnam

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