[War time Saigon]

Nick Turner, a journalist and later Radio New Zealand assistant editor, is interviewed about current conditions in war-time Saigon, Vietnam.

Refugees have flocked to the city in large numbers - because of the war, but also because of the attraction of higher wages. Turner speaks about the poor traffic and over crowding. However, he says the city is actually in better shape than it was a few years ago, at the height of the war.

Corruption, prostitution and drug trafficking remain problems for the city, though Turner says the number of prostitutes is greatly exaggerated.

Accommodation is expensive, with it often being cheaper to stay in a hotel than renting an apartment. There is a good variety of food available, though supply can sometimes be an issue.

Life in the countryside differs a lot from life in Saigon. Country living is slower-paced, and Turner says peasant farmers are often better off than city workers.