Noy speech writer apologizes for slur against Vietnam 10/31/2010

Noy speech writer apologizes for slur against Vietnam

10/31/2010
Malacañang yesterday aired apologies concerning the reported undiplomatic comments once posted by a presidential speech writer in a popular social networking site against Vietnam where she was hosted as part of President Benigno’s official delegation who was on a state visit there.

Assistant Secretary Maria Carmen “Mai” Mislang who heads the speech writing group under the office of Presidential Communications Development and Strategic Planning (PCDSP) Secretary Ricky Carandang recently created a fuss in the Internet after complaining about the wine served by Vietnam in one of the state banquet she attended with the President.

“The wine sucks,” Mislang reportedly tweeted in her official Twitter account (www.twitter.com/maimislang).

Apart from insulting the Vietnam wine, Mislang also reportedly ranted about the streets of Vietnam, saying: “Crossing the speedy motorcycle-laden streets of Hanoi is the easiest ways to die. You think you’re safe on the sidewalk? Think again!”

Apart from insulting the Vietnam wine, Mislang also reportedly ranted about the streets of Vietnam, saying: “Crossing the speedy motorcycle-laden streets of Hanoi is the easiest ways to die. You think you’re safe on the sidewalk? Think again!” .... MORE

Source:  The Daily Tribune

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