PR firm names partner in Vietnam

Brodeur is expanding its network to Vietnam.

Brodeur, a Boston public relations and strategic communications agency, has named Vietgate Communications its exclusive partner in Vietnam.

Brodeur said the appointment extends its reach to 14 Asian countries and provides clients with new access to one of Southeast Asia's fastest-growing markets.

"We are seeing an increased requirement for local PR and marketing communications support from both our existing clients and new prospects around the world," said Rick Allen, president of Asia Pacific for Brodeur.

Brodeur is owned by Omnicom Group of New York.
(By Chris Reidy, Globe staff)