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Vietnam launches air security force to handle potential terrorist acts, threats against aviation safety
The force is in charge of combating terrorism and ensuring security on flights
The force is in charge of combating terrorism and ensuring security on flights
Operators worry the change will do nothing but increase red tape
The force will be mobilized to assist in crime fighting efforts in urgent situations, especially in remote and isolated areas
The five passengers, including four foreigners, have not presented themselves to local authorities as of Thursday morning
The two vice ministers were handed jail sentences in January for the 'lack of responsibility' displayed while allowing a notorious business tycoon to take over state assets
The Hanoi court also handed down a 15-year term for business tycoon Phan Van Anh Vu
The first instance court is expected to last for three days, concluding on Wednesday
The ex-top officers are allegedly linked to jailed Da Nang business tycoon Phan Van Anh Vu
The high-profile case involves 92 suspects and assets worth a whopping US$57.36 million
The duo face prison terms of five to ten years if found guilty