Jennifer Tran
Jennifer Tran is a national reporter covering politics and public diplomacy. She has a degree in Communication and Public Diplomacy from Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam.
For Jennifer Tran's latest contributions to VietnamTimes, see below:
Recipe: Vietnamese salad rolls with peanut dipping sauce (Goi cuon)
04/03/2021 16:37
Fresh, light, healthy, and summery Vietnamese salad rolls are packed with vermicelli noodles, shrimp, fresh vegetables and herbs and dipped in a homemade peanut dipping sauce. Plus, they are super easy to make and are fully customizable, making them the perfect summer meal.
Guide to personal income tax for foreigners in Vietnam 2021
04/03/2021 15:20
If you are a foreigner who is planning to work or currently working in Vietnam, you obviously must know and comply with the tax regulations in this jurisdiction. One noticeable advantage of the personal income tax in Vietnam is that allowable deduction is quite significant.
US food blogger criticized for misnaming noodle soup recipe ‘pho’
03/03/2021 15:56
Tieghan Gerard, the creator of the popular food blog Half Baked Harvest, found herself in hot water after posting a “quick” noodle recipe that she incorrectly called "pho."
Recipe: Vietnamese egg coffee (Ca phe trung)
03/03/2021 14:41
“Egg coffee” is an iconic street drink in Vietnam. It sounds quite odd to many people but when having a chance to try a cup of “egg coffee” you will be mesmerized immediately by its flavor.
How to get (convert/renew) Vietnam driving license for expats
26/02/2021 10:42
There is an exponential increase in motorbikes in Vietnamese cities in recent years. People are more financially stable to afford a motorbike lately in Vietnam. This is not only true for the local community but if you are on a visitor visa or work permit in Vietnam for more than 3 months, then it is advisable to have your own means of transport rather than relying on Grab or Taxi services.
Internet fee in Vietnam surprises foreigners
24/02/2021 16:10
“Does Vietnam have internet?”. The question seems silly however, it sparks a lively debate on social networks.
Made-in-Vietnam COVID-19 vaccine effective against new variant viruses
23/02/2021 14:26
Made-in-Vietnam COVID-19 vaccines have proved effective in trials and appear to work well against new coronavirus variants.
S. Korea working to bring home seized crew before Lunar New Year
08/02/2021 11:25
South Korea is reportedly working to bring home crew members of an oil tanker seized by Iran as early as this week before the Lunar New Year holiday.
Vietnam’s Vinfast receives autonomous test license for California
08/02/2021 10:43
Vinfast said on Monday it has officially received the Autonomous Test Vehicle Permit on all pubic streets of California, USA.
Vietnamese restaurant in Dubai to give Lunar New Year’s Eve’s profit to staff
07/02/2021 11:38
Popular Dubai restaurant Vietnamese Foodies is continuing its tradition of donating all its profits on Lunar New Year’s Eve to staff.
Vietnamese workers stranded in Japan due to COVID-19 offered lifeline
05/02/2021 17:10
Vietnamese nationals living in Japan who lost their jobs due to the coronavirus pandemic have been given a chance to find new employment.
Female dragon dancer scale-up ambitions in Vietnam
05/02/2021 16:57
Lion and dragon dancing has been normally seen as a male pursuit in Vietnam, but young female performers are challenging that assumption.
Recipe: ‘Thit kho tau’ (Caramelized pork and eggs) for Lunar New Year
04/02/2021 11:21
‘Thit kho tau’ (Caramelized pork and eggs) is a popular dish in the South of Vietnam. This special dish is usually made for the Tet Holiday (Lunar New Year) as a symbol of family affection. Vietnamese people have been always saying "Seeing Thịt kho tàu is seeing Tet".
Should pregnant women get the COVID-19 vaccine?
02/02/2021 14:54
Pregnant women should get vaccinated against COVID-19, top U.S. medical groups said this week, after the World Health Organization put out conflicting advice on their risk.
New Zealand, Vietnam, Taiwan Top list of countries with the most effective COVID-19 responses
02/02/2021 14:38
New Zealand has had the best response to the COVID-19 pandemic of any nation globally, data from an independent think tank has revealed, with Vietnam, Taiwan and Thailand following in second, third and fourth place, respectively.
Global Times: Vietnam – a rising star in Southeast Asia
26/01/2021 10:38
In its latest "Asia Economics Quarterly" report, the Hong Kong Shanghai Banking Corporation (HSBC) said Vietnam posted the fastest growth in Asia in 2020 and will once again be among the star performers in the region in 2021.
Russia lifts travel ban for Finland, Vietnam, India and Qatar
26/01/2021 10:15
Russia has lifted a travel ban Finland, Vietnam, India and Qatar that was imposed last year to curb the spread of the coronavirus, the Russian government said on Monday.
Vietnamese artist makes painting out of lotus leaves
25/01/2021 12:48
An artist in Vietnam's Mekong Delta is making paintings out of lotus leaves. The 62-year-old man's artwork includes portraits of the great world leaders and Vietnam's late revolutionary figures.
Two people in Ho Chi Minh city granted Vietnamese citizenship
20/01/2021 12:39
Two people living in Ho Chi Minh city who have been granted Vietnamese citizenship expressed their overwhelming joy.
Vietnamese doctors save Ukrainian woman with multiple injuries after accident
19/01/2021 11:30
Vietnamese doctors have saved life a 35-year-old Ukrainian woman living and working in Hanoi who got multiple serious injuries after traffic accident.
