Current Affairs

07/05/2018

Dien Bien Phu battlefield attracts tourists

(VOVWORLD) - The Dien Bien Phuc battle site has been designated a Special National Historical Relic. The complex consists of the Dien Bien Phu Victory Museum, the De Castries bunker. Him Lam hill, the Victory Monument in Dien Bien Phu city, the Command Headquarters of the Dien Bien Phu campaign and the venue of the victory parade.

Dien Bien Phu battlefield attracts tourists
07/05/2018

Dien Bien Phu victory in foreign press

(VOVWORLD) - Today marks the 64th anniversary of the Dien Bien Phu victory, Vietnam’s biggest victory in the resistance war from 1945 to 1954. It forced the French colonialists to sign the Geneva Agreement to end the war and restore peace in Indochina, positively influencing national liberation movements in Asia, Africa, and Latin America. This victory made headlines in the then foreign press.

Dien Bien Phu victory in foreign press
04/05/2018

HCMC boosts administrative reform to become smart city

(VOVWORLD) - Last year, HCMC attracted 6.6 billion USD worth of foreign direct investment. In the first 3 months of this year, FDI totaled 1.4 billion USD. The city is calling for FDI resources for key projects, including a plan for a smart city.

HCMC boosts administrative reform to become smart city
04/05/2018

Freedom of religion and belief should match social norms

(VOVWORLD) - The Vietnamese Party and State respect citizens’ rights to freedom of religion and belief within the law. But Vietnam deals strictly with religious abuse, which runs counter to social norms and traditional ethics. At a meeting in Hanoi, the Government Office repeated this statement in reference to the Church of God conducting illegal preaching activities across Vietnam.

Freedom of religion and belief should match social norms
03/05/2018

Fading Iran nuclear deal

(VOVWORLD) - Israel’s accusation that Iran is hiding a nuclear program has raised public concern, especially with US President Donald Trump’s deadline to renegotiate the Iran nuclear deal drawing close. Otherwise, the US will withdraw from the deal. Israel’s accusation has added fuel to the fire, despite diplomatic efforts by some EU leaders to save the historic deal.

Fading Iran nuclear deal
02/05/2018

Panmunjom agreement kindles hope for peace

(VOVWORLD) - Since leaders of the two Koreas signed an agreement at a historic summit on Friday in the border village of Panmunjom, Seoul and Pyongyang have taken initial steps to realize their commitments. The comprehensive agreement has sparked hopes for a permanent peace on the Korean peninsula.

Panmunjom agreement kindles hope for peace
01/05/2018

Trade union reform amid international integration

(VOVWORLD) -Trade unions at all levels have worked to protect the legitimate rights and interests of workers. Vietnam’s greater integration into the global economy requires that unions reform their operations.

Trade union reform amid international integration
30/04/2018

Vietnam’s April 30 victory in foreigners’ eyes

(VOVWORLD) - The victory on April 30, 1975, liberated southern Vietnam completely reunifying the country and ending 30 years of national struggle against foreign invaders. The victory was a turning point in national history and dramatically changed the regional and global political situation. Since then Vietnam has developed rapidly and increased its status in the world arena.

Vietnam’s April 30 victory in foreigners’ eyes
27/04/2018

Vietnam works to build united, stronger ASEAN

(VOVWORLD) - Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc and other ASEAN leaders have discussed measures to strengthen ASEAN’s resilience and innovation during their ongoing summit in Singapore. The effort aims to build an ASEAN Community of solidarity, strength, and sustainable development.

Vietnam works to build united, stronger ASEAN