VietNamNet Bridge – High-ranking General Vo Nguyen Giap is a legendary general of Vietnamese people and international friends. The country is about to celebrate Mr. Giap’s 100th birthday, which will fall on August 25. On this occasion, Colonel Nguyen Huyen, who has been working for the general for nearly 40 years, including 20 years in charge of the general’s office, told reporters about the current situation of the legendary general.You have just visited the general at the Army Hospital 108. Could you tell us the recent health situation of the general? I visit the general three or four times a week. His health is stable now. He is of sound mind but we still need to conserve his health so visits are restricted. Today I asked him “Do you feel painful?”, he shook his head. Several days ago, when I asked him that question, he pointed his finger to his stomach. When I came, he shook my hand and when I left, he held my hand tightly. What were your first … [Read more...] about Latest news of General Vo Nguyen Giap
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Breakfast @ Tuoi Tre News – January 26
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Breakfast @ Tuoi Tre News – October 4
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Breakfast @ Tuoi Tre News – September 13
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Breakfast @ Tuoi Tre News — August 23
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