Society

Former staff member of Vietnamese Embassy in Malaysia investigated

An investigation agency under the Ministry of Public Security on March 15 officially launched probes into a former staff member of the Vietnamese Embassy in Malaysia and eight others for suspected wrongdoings related to repatriation flights amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Former staff member of Vietnamese Embassy in Malaysia investigated ảnh 1Passengers on a repatriation flight arrive in Vietnam. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Aninvestigation agency under the Ministry of Public Security on March 15 officiallylaunched probes into a former staff member of the Vietnamese Embassy inMalaysia and eight others for suspected wrongdoings related to repatriationflights amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

This is the latest move in theinvestigation into the case of “offering bribes, brokering bribes, acceptingbribes, abusing positions and power while performing duties, and swindling toappropriate assets” at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and in Hanoi and otherprovinces and cities.

Accordingly, Dang Minh Phuong (bornin 1985, former staff member of the Vietnamese Embassy in Malaysia) was bannedfrom leaving his place of residence and had his house searched by police. He wascharged with “abusing positions and power while performing duties” underArticle 356 of the Penal Code.

Police also decided to enquire into andsearch the residence and working places of seven directors of different companies.Among the suspects, one was put into temporary detention. They were accused of “offeringbribes” under Article 364 of the Penal Code.

Meanwhile, one freelancer was chargedwith “brokering bribes” under Article 365 of the Penal Code.

The decisions were approved by theSupreme People’s Procuracy.

At the Government’s press conference onFebruary 2, Lt. Gen. To An Xo, Spokesman of the Ministry of Public Security,said police had launched investigations into 41 persons and seized 80 billionVND (nearly 3.4 million USD) allegedly involved in wrongdoings related to repatriation flights amid the COVID-19 pandemic./.
VNA
#Vietnamese Embassy in Malaysia #Ministry of Public Security #repatriation flights #abusing positions and power #offering bribes #brokering bribes #Supreme People’s Procuracy #updated Vietnam news #Vietnamplus #Vietnam News Agency
Follow VietnamPlus

Related News

More former officials arrested over repatriation flights bribery scandal

More former officials arrested over repatriation flights bribery scandal

Three more people, including two former diplomatic officials, have been arrested for their involvement in a bribery case at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' Consular Department, Lieut. Gen. To An Xo, Chief of the Office and Spokesperson of the Ministry of Public Security, said on October 4.
One more arrested over repatriation flight bribery scandal

One more arrested over repatriation flight bribery scandal

The investigation agency under the Ministry of Public Security on October 28 issued decisions to prosecute, arrest and search the residence and workplace of one more person for involvement in a bribery case at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ Consular Department.
Seven more prosecuted in bribery case at foreign ministry

Seven more prosecuted in bribery case at foreign ministry

The investigation agency under the Ministry of Public Security has issued decisions to prosecute, arrest and search the residences and workplaces of seven more individuals for their involvement in a bribery case at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and in Hanoi and some other cities and provinces.

See more

Former Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Hoang Quoc Vuong at the court (Photo: VNA)

Former deputy minister jailed for six years in solar power case

The Hanoi People's Court on April 29 sentenced former Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Hoang Quoc Vuong to six years in prison for "abusing position and power while performing duties” under Article 356, Clause 3 of the Penal Code, following a week-long trial concerning irregularities in a solar power case.

International war correspondents at a gathering in Ho Chi Minh City (Photo: VNA)

Former war correspondents and their love for Vietnam

Nearly 50 international war correspondents who covered the war in Vietnam have recalled their memories of their days on the battlefields, their attachment to the country and the Vietnamese people during those arduous years. Though holding different positions, they all share a love for Vietnam.

The delegation of overseas Vietnamese offer incense to commemorate the heroic martyrs at Ben Duoc Temple. (Photo: VNA)

Overseas Vietnamese visit Cu Chi heroic land

The visit was part of a programme for the OV delegation to attend the celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification in Ho Chi Minh City.

HCM City leaders pay their tributes at the Ho Chi Minh City Cemetery in Lac Canh, Thu Duc city, on April 29. (Photo: VNA)

HCM City leaders honour fallen heroes on April 30 anniversary

Leaders of HCM City paid tribute to heroic Vietnamese mothers and martyrs who made sacrifices for the nation's indepedence and freedom and people's happiness on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the liberation of the South and national reunification (April 30, 1975 – 2025).

Speakers at the event (Photo: VNA)

Four key community projects launched in central localities

JCI Da Nang introduced four flagship projects for 2025, including VietBlood, which promotes health awareness and early diabetes screening among young workers; Thap Sang (lighting up), installing solar lights for disadvantaged communities in central Vietnam; 19 Train, which supports career development for students in the region; and Your Dreams, raising autism awareness and providing training for parents and teachers.

A panel discussion at the conference reviewing five years of implementing Project 1797. (Photo: VNA)

OVs actively promote and distribute national products

Project 1797 serves as an important initiative of the Party and State to promote economic and trade development by boosting export activities. It has played a pivotal role in elevating the presence of Vietnamese brands and enhancing the quality of Vietnamese products internationally, while also strengthening Vietnam’s “soft power” on the global stage

Visitors at the festival (Photo: VNA)

Dong Nai launches ceramic festival

Bien Hoa ceramics are famous with a unique celadon glaze, “vert de Bien Hoa.” The “vert de Bien Hoa” glaze is made from ash glazes and copper alloys, which emerged in the 1920s. It is used to make large flower vases, animal statues, or roof tiles.

Telegraphers of the Liberation Press Agency is transmitting and receiving news. (Photo: VNA

War reporters and Great 1975 Spring Victory: Marching towards Saigon

Following a major reinforcement mission in March 1973, the VNA continued to send teams of technicians and telegraphers to support the LPA through late 1973 and into early 1975. During this period, it considered supporting the South not only a vital duty but a sacred responsibility.