Current Affairs

09/01/2017

Search for missing MH370 airplane to end soon

(VOVworld) – Malaysian Transport Minister Liow Tiong Lai has told the media that the search for the Malaysian Airlines flight MH370 will end in two weeks. Officials say they have not got any credible clue of the airplane’s whereabouts, while relatives of passengers demanded authorities to continue the search.

Search for missing MH370 airplane to end soon
07/01/2017

Rituals performance – Muong group’s cultural heritage

(VOVworld) – The book “Rituals performance – The unique cultural heritage of Muong group” was announced as one of the winners at the Viet Nam Book Awards 2016. The book, edited by Luu Xuan Ly based on the original version on the Muong’s customs, morality, and humanity by folklorist Bui Thien, is considered an encyclopedia of the Muong’s traditional culture.

Rituals performance – Muong group’s cultural heritage
06/01/2017

Diplomacy contributes to national development

(VOVworld) – 2016 saw significant achievements in Vietnam’s external relations and international integration. Besides strengthening relations with all countries, Vietnam has been acting as a responsible member of the world community, paving the way for new diplomatic landmarks in 2017.

Diplomacy contributes to national development
06/01/2017

Tourism- a spotlight in Britain’s economy in 2017

(VOVworld)- The British government has launched a tourism strategy for 2017 considering the hospitality industry to be a spearhead in the national economy because of the weak pound. The strategy corresponds with to the UN’s designation of 2017 as International Year of Sustainable Tourism Development.

Tourism- a spotlight in Britain’s economy in 2017
05/01/2017

2016: Brexit changes the EU

(VOVworld) – Britain’s exit from the EU, or Brexit, shocked the world in 2016. It has led to major changes in Britain’s politics and long-lasting socio-economic consequences. Brexit also has a strong impact on the EU.

2016: Brexit changes the EU
04/01/2017

Government, localities unify to achieve 2017 targets

(VOVworld)-Vietnam has set targets of 6.7% GDP growth, stabilizing the macro-economy, and ensuring social security for 2017. To meet these goals, the Government has initiated a number of action plans.

Government, localities unify to achieve 2017 targets
04/01/2017

Securing energy for economic development

(VOVworld) – Fuel resources and energy are essential to national socio-economic development. The higher the development level is, the more energy it demands. In 2017, Vietnam will take various measures to secure sufficient energy supplies.

Securing energy for economic development
03/01/2017

Hope for a peaceful world in 2017

(VOVworld) – In an address marking the New Year and his first day in office as UN Secretary General, Antonio Guterres said that in 2017 the top priority must be ensuring peace in the world.

Hope for a peaceful world in 2017