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Baloch rights organisations lead by BNM commemorate Independence Day with a pledge to continue the struggle for Baloch freedom. A spokesperson for the Baloch National Movement (BNM) took to Twitter to mark August 11 as a day of renewed commitment to the cause. “I urge all of us to reaffirm our pledge to restore Balochistan’s independence,” the spokesperson wrote, “and I vow to persist in the struggle, guided by the sacrifices of our martyrs.” The statement continued, “August 11th is Pledge Renewal Day. We swear by the blood of the martyrs that we will relentlessly continue the struggle for freedom from oppression and for the self-determination of Balochistan.” In a series of tweets, the spokesperson reflected on the history of Balochistan’s independence movement, criticizing the role of Britain and the Commonwealth of Nations in enabling Pakistan’s occupation of the region. “The Baloch nation has been deprived of its fundamental rights, including freedom, due to a Brit...

Tourism in Hoi An city (Quang Nam province) has returned to pre-pandemic levels, with international visitors accounting for more than 70% of the total. The tourism industry has generated revenue of VND 4,538.6 billion (over US $180 million), an increase of 9.64% compared to the same period in 2022. Vice Chairman of Hoi An city People’s Committee, Nguyen Van Lanh, believes that the removal of entry and exit barriers for international visitors has contributed to this success. The visa exemption policy and new electronic visa issuance, effective from August 15, 2023, have facilitated the influx of tourists. Additionally, the implementation of Resolution 82 by the government has played a crucial role in the recovery of tourism in Hoi An. Hoi An Ancient town (Photo: Getty Image). In 2023, Hoi An welcomed 4 million visitors, a significant increase of 99.79% compared to the previous year. Among these visitors, 3 million were international tourists, showcasing Hoi An’s internati...