Current Affairs

30/09/2019

Vietnam promotes multilateralism in its foreign policy

(VOVWORLD) - Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Pham Binh Minh delivered a speech on promoting multilateralism for peace and sustainable development at the General Debate of the UN General Assembly’s 74th session in New York on Saturday. Mr. Minh affirmed the importance of multilateral cooperation in Vietnam’s foreign policy and called on the world community to strengthen multilateralism.

Vietnam promotes multilateralism in its foreign policy
27/09/2019

5 ASEAN nations strengthen protection of migrant rights

(VOVWORLD) - Southeast Asian nations have growing concerns about protecting the legitimate rights of migrants, considering it a key factor in ASEAN community building. Amid globalization, migrant workers have contributed to the economic growth and sustainable development of the countries that send and receive them.

5 ASEAN nations strengthen protection of migrant rights
26/09/2019

E-transaction market developed toward digital economy

(VOVWORLD) - Despite remarkable progress, the e-transaction market still fails to meet the demand of sustainable development. E-transactions need to become even more popular in anticipation of a digital economy.

E-transaction market developed toward digital economy
26/09/2019

Actions needed in the fight against climate change

(VOVWORLD) - The UN Summit on Climate Change, held this week in New York city, repeated the UN’s commitment to support countries in the fight against climate change. But with environmental challenges growing daily, actions are more important than words.

Actions needed in the fight against climate change
25/09/2019

Tea Masters Cup Vietnam 2019 opens

(VOVWORLD) - 24 contestants are competing at the Tea Masters Cup Vietnam in Hoang Su Phi district, Ha Giang province. The event, organized by the Vietnam Tea Association, is part of the Hoang Su Phi Culture-Tourism Week 2019.

Tea Masters Cup Vietnam 2019 opens
25/09/2019

Vietnam realizes international labor standards

(VOVWORLD) - Ratifying and following international labor standards has become increasingly important to improving Vietnam’s competitive edge. In recent years, Vietnam has ratified a number of conventions of the International Labor Organization to make the Vietnamese labor market compatible with the development of the market economy and modern labor relations.

Vietnam realizes international labor standards
24/09/2019

Tensions rise in Middle East

(VOVWORLD) - Tensions are escalating in the Middle East following the Trump administration’s decision to deploy more troops to the region in the wake of attacks on Saudi Arabia’s oil facilities10 days ago. War seems a possibility.

Tensions rise in Middle East
23/09/2019

Action for a prosperous Vietnam

(VOVWORLD) - In its Socio-Economic Development Strategy for the 2021-2030 period, Vietnam targets breakthroughs in fine-tuning mechanisms, upgrading infrastructure, and developing human resources to cope with unforeseeable developments around the world. This issue was addressed in the recommendations that Vietnamese and foreign experts made at the Vietnam Reform and Development Forum in Hanoi last week.

Action for a prosperous Vietnam
20/09/2019

42 years of UN membership, Vietnam sets sail

(VOVWORLD) - On September 20, 42 years ago, Vietnam became an official member of the United Nations. Vietnam has gone from being a recipient of donations to an active contributor with a stronger voice in the global forum.

42 years of UN membership, Vietnam sets sail
20/09/2019

Rooftop solar energy promoted in Dong Nai

(VOVWORLD) - Developing renewable energy including rooftop solar energy is a fundamental and sustainable solution to ensure national energy security. The southern province of Dong Nai is a case in point.

Rooftop solar energy promoted in Dong Nai