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12/08/2016

Revised Press Law: renovation to meet practical needs

(VOVworld) – The amended Press Law approved by the National Assembly on April 5, 2016, will take effect on January 1st, 2017. There are nine new points stipulating freedom of the press; freedom of speech; rights and duties of agencies, organizations, and individuals involved in press activities; media outlets; and professional ethnics. The revisions create a legal basis for press development in line with national development.

Revised Press Law: renovation to meet practical needs
10/08/2016

Dealing with AO/dioxin effects in Vietnam

(VOVworld) – The American army’s chemical warfare in Vietnam severely damaged Vietnam’s ecology. 4.8 million Vietnamese have been exposed Agent Orange/ Dioxin of whom 3 million are directly affected by the defoliant. Thousands of people have died from Agent Orange/ Dioxin and thousands are suffering from diseases caused by the defoliant.

Dealing with AO/dioxin effects in Vietnam
10/08/2016

Southeast Asia facing IS intrusion

(VOVworld) – Some Southeast Asian countries are facing the risk of becoming a base or target of the self-proclaimed Islamic State. After detecting several IS plots, Southeast Asian countries have strengthened their security.

Southeast Asia facing IS intrusion
09/08/2016

Thailand’s referendum results: desire for stability

(VOVworld) – With 94% of votes counted, it appears that the majority of Thai people support the new Constitution. The official results will be released on Thursday. This demonstrates the Thai people’s desire for stable politics and economic growth.

Thailand’s referendum results: desire for stability
08/08/2016

Vietnam accompanies ASEAN in the new period

(VOVworld)- ASEAN marks its 49th anniversary on August 8. Over the past 49 years, ASEAN has become a community with economic development as its main pillar and aims to become a dynamic and prosperous economic region.

Vietnam accompanies ASEAN in the new period
07/08/2016

AEM 48 creates foundation for ASEAN Economic Community’s growth

(VOVworld)- The 48th ASEAN Economic Ministers’ Meeting or AEM 48 closed in Vientiane, Laos on Saturday. Cooperation programs adopted at the meeting create a foundation for ASEAN to boost internal and external cooperation, successfully develop the ASEAN Economic Community, and strengthen its role as the world’s 6th largest economic region.

AEM 48 creates foundation for ASEAN Economic Community’s growth
05/08/2016

Vietnam determined to build a constructive, truthful government to serve the people

(VOVworld) – Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc’s speeches at the first session of the 14th NA and the directions he issued at the first meeting following the formation of the government reflected a determination to build a constructive, sincere government and a readiness to act to which the public has responded with approval.

Vietnam determined to build a constructive, truthful government to serve the people