PRESS RELEASE February 15, 2008 Statement by United States Ambassador Michael W. Michalak On the Death of Hoang Minh Chinh I was saddened to learn of the death of Hoang Minh Chinh and would like to express my deepest condolences to his family.Hoang Minh Chinh was a true patriot and proud Vietnamese.I had the honor of meeting him in December and was able to express my respect for his lifetime of effort on behalf of his beloved country and its people. Hoang Minh Chinh battled the cancer that eventually took his life with the same dignity and courage with which he fought for the rights of all Vietnamese.A key leader in Vietnam’s struggle for independence, he continued that struggle throughout his life to have the voices of his fellow citizens heard. It is my profound hope that his legacy will live on and bear witness to Hoang Minh Chinh's undying love and commitment to the people of Vietnam.   more »

Vietnam Populist Party (VPP) is a grass root political organization, which is mainly active in Vietnam. The VPP initially established in January 1, 2006 by pro-democracy groups in the country and abroad, based on the New Vietnam Platform. Our united network of dedicated Vietnamese compatriots committed to promote human rights, democracy and the social development of Vietnam. We also share the common ideals of how to reform Vietnam and serve its people in the future. Our immediate goal is a Free and Fair General Election in Vietnam, with the supervision of international human rights organizations, to establish a multi-party democratic political system for Vietnam. Our legitimate goal is to help building a new nation of Vietnam that offers peace, liberty, prosperity and progressives. ******************************************************** The VPP overseas office is based in Houston, Mr. CongBang Nguyen is General Secretary. They broadcast weekly in Vietnamese through the internet on Radio Hoa-Mai.   more »