US Bars Its Diplomats From Attending Vietnam War Anniversary Events: Report

Leaving Vietnam 50th Anniversary Dinner

VINTON — This April 30 marks the 50th anniversary of the Fall of Saigon, which was on April 30, 1975, and is recognized as the end of the Vietnam War. To commemorate this important date in history, the Benton County…

Hanoi denies Washington will snub Vietnam War commemoration

The Vietnamese government says it expects American officials to attend ceremonies, in spite of a US media report.

US Bars Its Diplomats From Attending Vietnam War Anniversary Events: Report

U.S. Ambassador Mark Knapper had planned to attend events commemorating the 50th anniversary of the fall of Saigon.

The State Department representative affirmed the significance of the victory date of April 30, stressing that as former enemies, Vietnam and the United States have established a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and the development of relations is in line with the interests of the two countries.