Current Affairs

01/02/2016

Overseas Vietnamese contribute to national development

(VOVworld)- There are more than 4.5 million overseas Vietnamese living in 109 countries and territories around the world. They have become united and gained significant success that elevates Vietnam’s status in the world. Overseas Vietnamese have over the years contributed greatly to Vietnam’s development.

Overseas Vietnamese contribute to national development
01/02/2016

Russia-Turkey relationship becomes tense

(VOVworld)- The relationship between Russia and Turkey has been tense since Turkey shot down a Russian Su 24 fighter. Tensions increased further on Friday when Ankara said another Russian Su-34 fighter jet crossed into Turkey's airspace despite several warnings not to violate Turkish airspace in both Russian and English.

Russia-Turkey relationship becomes tense
29/01/2016

Increasing agricultural competitiveness for international integration

(VOVworld) – Discussion topics at the 12th National Party Congress included ways to increase agricultural competitiveness for international integration. Delegates said specific measures are needed to realize new international commitments in order to reduce risks and create opportunities for the agricultural sector.

Increasing agricultural competitiveness for international integration
28/01/2016

Are nuclear talks without North Korea feasible?

(VOVworld)- Republic of Korean President Park Geun Hye recently called for a 5-party talk to discuss nuclear issues on the Korean peninsula after North Korea declared it had successfully tested a hydrogen bomb.

Are nuclear talks without North Korea feasible?
28/01/2016

12th National Party Congress opens a new era of national development, socialism

(VOVworld)- In his closing speech at the 12th National Party Congress, Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong said the Congress’s success encourages the entire Party, the people and the army to overcome difficulties and develop Vietnam into a modern industrial country. The outcomes of the Congress will pave the way for Vietnam to further boost national growth and move toward socialism.

12th National Party Congress opens a new era of national development, socialism
27/01/2016

12th National Party Congress: turning Vietnam into an industrial country

(VOVworld) – In his opening speech at the 12th National Party Congress, Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong affirmed the goal of turning Vietnam into a modern industrialized country. Delegates to the 12th National Party Congress support the goal and agree that the Communist Party of Vietnam has wisely assessed the situation and set appropriate development orientations for the future.

12th National Party Congress: turning Vietnam into an industrial country
27/01/2016

Possible reset of Russian-American Relations

(VOVworld) – Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov chaired the annual press conference recapping Russia’s external achievements in 2015 and its future policy. Lavrov mentioned a possible reset of the Russian-American relationship.

Possible reset of Russian-American Relations
26/01/2016

Prospects for peace in Syria

(VOVworld) – UN-mediated peace talks between the Syrian government and the opposition, scheduled for January 25, have been postponed to January 29 by disagreements on a number of issues. Those differences appear to have been resolved, sparking hopes for an end to the 5-year civil war in Syria.

Prospects for peace in Syria
26/01/2016

Private sector important driving force of Vietnam’s economy

(VOVworld) – The draft document of the 12th National Party Congress considers the private sector an important part of the economy. Delegates to the Congress said the development of the sector will contribute significantly to Vietnam’s international integration.

Private sector important driving force of Vietnam’s economy