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A simple online search will yield countless videos of tourists filming their attempts to navigate the bustling streets of Vietnam. Whether they’re at a traffic light, zebra crossing, or just an ordinary road, the line between vehicles and pedestrians in this country is blurred, to say the least. And for foreigners, this unique traffic dynamic often induces confusion, fear, and even pedestrian rage. Contrary to what some may believe, crossing the road in Vietnamese cities is not a lawless or chaotic endeavor. In fact, there is a fundamental difference between how it’s done here and in countries like the U.S. or Australia: the concept of ‘Right of Way.’ For instance, when a traffic light turns red, pedestrians have the right of way and are expected to be given unimpeded passage by vehicles. The traffic laws in Vietnam dictate that vehicles must stop at a red light. Additionally, pedestrians are allowed to cross on a green walk signal. However, the reality is often complicated by motorb...