Current Affairs

25/01/2016

Widespread bitter cold snaps cause serious losses in several countries

(VOVworld)- Many countries around the world have been suffering from chilly cold snaps over the past week. For the first time in decades, extreme weather has hit multiple regions throughout the world. Authorities and the public in several countries are struggling to cope with the cold weather.

Widespread bitter cold snaps cause serious losses in several countries
25/01/2016

Vietnamese revolution’s strategy promotes national unity

(VOVworld)- The political report of the 12th National Party Congress stresses that national unity is an orientation in the Vietnamese revolution’s strategy and a driving force in national construction and defense. Party members and the public hope the Party will continue to promote national unity in the new context.

Vietnamese revolution’s strategy promotes national unity
22/01/2016

Pressing issues at World Economic Forum

(VOVworld) – The on-going 46th World Economic Forum annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland, has drawn the participation of over 2,500 politicians and leaders. Gloomy signs in the global economy have cast a shadow over the meeting.

Pressing issues at World Economic Forum
22/01/2016

12th National Party Congress promotes openness, democracy

(VOVworld) – Attendees of the 12th National Party Congress in Hanoi strongly believe that with the straightforwardness of the 11th Party Central Committee’s report, the 12th National Party Congress will successfully work out fundamental guidelines for future Party building and national development.

12th National Party Congress promotes openness, democracy
21/01/2016

Economic scenarios set in face of oil price fall

(VOVworld)- The global oil market now has abundant oil supplies. The global oil price is forecast to go down further this year as there’s no sign of recovery. Immediate consequences are evident. Oil exporting countries are developing plans to cope with the fall of oil prices to maintain economic stability.

Economic scenarios set in face of oil price fall
21/01/2016

National interests are top priority

(VOVworld)- The 12th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam opened in Hanoi on Thursday. Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong presented the 11th Party Central Committee’s report on documents of the Congress which consist of 6 major topics.

National interests are top priority
20/01/2016

US policy on Iran appears to be paying off

(VOVworld) – US President Barack Obama has signed an executive order lifting sanctions imposed on Iran for the past 20 years because Tehran has abided by the nuclear agreement. This has opened new opportunities for Iran and marked a diplomatic achievement for President Obama.

US policy on Iran appears to be paying off
20/01/2016

12th National Party Congress focuses on Party building

(VOVworld) – Strengthening activities to build a strong, transparent Party is a key item on the agenda of the 12th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam from January 20-28, 2016. It’s a primary way for the ruling Party to strengthen its power and gain the people’s trust.

12th National Party Congress focuses on Party building
19/01/2016

A new chapter in relations between Iran and major world powers

(VOVworld) – 5 months after the signing of the historic Iran nuclear agreement, the US and other western countries have lifted sanctions on Tehran, opening a new chapter in relations after 35 years of hostilities and offering a new opportunity for Iran to integrate into the world.

A new chapter in relations between Iran and major world powers
19/01/2016

Localities stockpiling goods for Tet

(VOVworld) – Prime Minister Nguyen Tan Dung has asked localities nationwide to prepare enough essential goods for the upcoming Tet lunar new year holiday. Many provinces and cities have been stockpiling goods for the week-long event.

Localities stockpiling goods for Tet