Current Affairs

01/12/2020

Iranian scientist’s assassination intensifies Middle East tension

(VOVWORLD) - The assassination of Iranian nuclear scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh last Friday in east of Tehran broke the short peaceful time in the Middle East following the signing of peace deals between Israel and several Arab countries. The world community is concerned that the assassination will ratchet up tensions in the Middle East.

Iranian scientist’s assassination intensifies Middle East tension
30/11/2020

TECHFEST 2020 inspires startup spirit

(VOVWORLD) - Techfest Vietnam 2020 wrapped up on Sunday with 14 million USD committed to startup projects. The annual event reflects Vietnam’s growing innovative startup ecosystem and rapid international integration.

TECHFEST 2020 inspires startup spirit
27/11/2020

World economy shows signs of rebounding from COVID-19

(VOVWORLD) - Despite a record rise in the number of COVID-19 cases and deaths globally, the world economy is showing signs of recovery led by trade. But major international financial institutions are warning of risks and uncertainty.

World economy shows signs of rebounding from COVID-19
27/11/2020

Big Black Friday sale in Vietnam

(VOVWORLD) - Black Friday is one of the most anticipated days for shopaholics because it offers some of the biggest sales of the year. Black Friday has become very popular in Vietnam and many big discounts and promotions are now available.

Big Black Friday sale in Vietnam
26/11/2020

Party’s leadership in the market economy

(VOVWORLD) - Building and fine-tuning a socialist-oriented market economy is a major direction set by the Vietnamese Party and State. The direction grew out of Vietnam’s practical experience and mindset reform to take advantage of social achievements to boost national economic development. The Vietnamese Communist Party’s leadership in developing a socialist-oriented market economy has been solidly validated.

Party’s leadership in the market economy
25/11/2020

ASEAN plays important part in resolving East Sea disputes

(VOVWORLD) - The strategic competition of powers in the South China Sea (known as the East Sea in Vietnam) has drawn global attention. Recently the Association of Southeast Asian Nations and other countries have made public statements and sent notes to the UN in support of international law and ASEAN’s central role in handling East Sea issues.

ASEAN plays important part in resolving East Sea disputes
24/11/2020

Mine rescue in Quang Ninh

(VOVWORLD) - Mine rescue is a specialised job in Quang Ninh’s coal region. After a mining accident, mine rescuers prepare to go underground to rescue miners who have become trapped or injured.

Mine rescue in Quang Ninh
24/11/2020

G20 builds sustainable, inclusive future

(VOVWORLD) - The G20 Leaders’ Summit concluded after two days of online meetings under the chairmanship of Saudi Arabia’s King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. Themed“Realizing opportunities of the 21st Century for all”, they discussed measures to recover the global economy from the COVID-19 pandemic.

G20 builds sustainable, inclusive future
23/11/2020

For a self-reliant, prosperous APEC

(VOVWORLD) - The 27th APEC Summit was held online on Friday under the chairmanship of Malaysian Prime Minister Muhyddin Yassin. Leaders of 21 APEC economies adopted the Putrajaya Declaration on APEC Vision until 2040. The Declaration is expected to boost APEC’s cooperation and development in the next two decades.

For a self-reliant, prosperous APEC
20/11/2020

Vietnam works toward Post-2020 Vision of APEC

(VOVWORLD) -Vietnamese Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc on Friday attended the online 27th Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Leaders’ Summit at the invitation of Malaysian Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin. By attending the Summit, Vietnam reaffirms its responsibility and regional status.

Vietnam works toward Post-2020 Vision of APEC