Vietnam Tightens Outbound Screening for High-Risk Destinations
Vietnam is enhancing outbound screening for passengers traveling to high-risk destinations, including 100% baggage inspections and physical pat-downs. This measure follows a drug smuggling incident involving a pilot in Malaysia and aims to bolster international security protocols.
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