24/06/2016
Protecting the young generation from drug threat
(VOVworld) – As drug trafficking and use in Vietnam is getting increasingly complicated, the Vietnamese government has taken measures to protect the young generation.
Current Affairs
23/06/2016
Extended sanctions on Russia, EU’s internal differences revealed
(VOVworld) – Top EU diplomats have agreed to extend sanctions on Russia by 6 months to keep pressure on Moscow over the conflict in eastern Ukraine. To take effect the decision must be approved by all EU members either on Friday or at a meeting in Brussels on June 28 and 29.
23/06/2016
Information portal for start-ups to be established
(VOVworld) – The Vietnamese government has approved a national project to help start-up businesses reform and innovate until 2025. The project, proposed by the Ministry of Science and Technology, is intended to boost the start-up movement and provide them with more tax incentives and consultations on finance, law, and technology.
22/06/2016
Ensuring human rights against climate change impacts
(VOVworld) – On the sidelines of the 32nd session of the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) in Geneva, Switzerland, Vietnam attended a discussion on the impacts of climate change on human rights, an initiative of the Core Group on Climate Change. It has affirmed Vietnam’s policy in ensuring human rights, particularly the most vulnerable groups in society.
22/06/2016
No solution to US’s gun sales control
(VOVworld) – The US Senate has voted to rule out 4 gun control measures. It illustrated a division among parties to enact tighter curbs on firearms.
21/06/2016
Amended Press Law: important for development of Vietnam’s revolutionary press
(VOVworld)- The amended Press Law approved by the National Assembly on April 5, 2016, stipulates in detail the rights and duties of media practitioners and creates an important legal corridor for the development of the press in Vietnam.
21/06/2016
France battered by strikes
(VOVworld) – New strikes called by labor unions will take place on June 23, inflicting social instability and economic damage on France.
20/06/2016
UK, EU ready for Brexit referendum
(VOVworld)- On June 23, British voters will vote to decide whether to stay or leave the EU after more than 40 years as an EU member. Remain and Leave campaigns continue across the UK.
20/06/2016
Mission of print media and radio
(VOVworld)- On a busy “information highway”, the only way for print media and radio need to maintain their position is to adapt.
19/06/2016
Russia-EU: Opportunity to come closer
(VOVworld)- The 20th International Economic Forum (SPIEF) with the theme “Capitalising on the New Global Economic Reality” took place in Saint Petersburg over the last three days.
