A prominent Vietnamese-Australian democracy advocate remains in solitary confinement in Vietnam’s most infamous detention facility, marking his 51st birthday behind bars following a sudden arrest last month. Authorities allege his detention stems from accusations of terrorism and document forgery, though no further details about his condition or legal proceedings have been confirmed. The campaigner, based in Melbourne, has not been seen or heard from since his mid-September detention, raising concerns among supporters. His case has drawn attention to ongoing tensions between Vietnamese authorities and overseas activists.
Tran Hiep spent his 51st birthday alone in a notorious detention centre in Ho Chi Minh City after his sudden arrest last monthGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastTran Hiep spent his 51st birthday alone in a notorious detention centre in Vietnam’s Ho Chi Minh City after his sudden arrest last month.The Melbourne-based Vietnamese-Australian democracy campaigner hasn’t been heard from since mid-September when Vietnamese authorities detained him for alleged terrorism and forging identity documents. Continue reading...
