Fan Vendor Fined for Overcharging Tourists at Hoan Kiem Lake
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Fan Vendor Fined for Overcharging Tourists at Hoan Kiem Lake

A female fan vendor in Hanoi was fined for unauthorized street vending and causing public disorder after attempting to sell fans at inflated prices to tourists. The incident has sparked concerns about its impact on Vietnam's tourism image.

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