Aside from an enriching nature excursion, travelling around the countryside also lets the staff engage in a better cultural immersion, says Ambassador Osius.

The staff also learn smore about Vietnamese people and their culture.

Pictured: The Ambassador talks with a local fruit vendor in Doan Hung.

Ambassador Osius says it’s vitally important for US Embassy staff to engage local Vietnamese and nurture a peaceful relationship.

Over past weeks, the Ambassador has taken US Embassy staff on bike rides through multiple destinations in Vietnam.

Above: Ambassador Osius offers incense at the Hung Kings Temple.