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Speedboat capsize off Vietnam's Phu Quoc island kills 15 tourists

Speedboat capsize off Vietnam's Phu Quoc island kills 15 tourists
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A speedboat carrying 32 Indian tourists and four crew members capsized off the coast of Phu Quoc island in Vietnam, resulting in 15 deaths. Rescue teams and local authorities recovered all passengers, with 21 survivors currently receiving medical treatment.

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This tragic maritime accident highlights ongoing concerns regarding tourist safety and maritime regulation in popular Southeast Asian travel destinations.

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Ambulances line up on a pier after a tourist vessel capsized off Phu Quoc island. ( AFP: STR )

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The report relies on official statements and state media, maintaining a neutral, factual tone regarding the tragedy.

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