Current Affairs

22/11/2015

Russia, the West come closer in the fight against terrorism

(VOVworld)- A series of terror attacks in Paris, bombing of a Russian plane in Egypt and terrorism threats in the US and a number of European countries have changed the relationship between Russia and the West. Both sides share common views in fighting IS, showing positive signs for the global anti-terrorism fight.

Russia, the West come closer in the fight against terrorism
20/11/2015

Historic turn in ASEAN’s 48-year history

(VOVworld) – Prime Minister Nguyen Tan Dung left Hanoi on Friday for Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia to attend the 27th ASEAN summit and related summits from November 21-22. Vietnam will show its responsibility and position in enhancing unity and consensus in ASEAN and ASEAN’s role in maintaining regional peace, security, cooperation, and development.

Historic turn in ASEAN’s 48-year history
19/11/2015

National unity week honors Vietnam’s culture

(VOVworld) – The “National Unity and Vietnamese Cultural Heritages” week is being held at the Culture and Tourism Village in Hanoi. From November 15 to 23, a wide range of activities will feature the diverse cultures of Vietnam’s 54 ethnic groups and enhanced national unity.

National unity week honors Vietnam’s culture
19/11/2015

APEC’s challenges in unifying economies

(VOVworld)- The APEC Summit took place on November 18 and 19 in Manila drawing leaders of 21 member economies. APEC countries are facing the challenges of global climate change, terrorism, epidemics, and development gaps.

APEC’s challenges in unifying economies
18/11/2015

Hunting terrorists behind Paris attacks

(VOVworld) – Countries are collaborating in the hunt for individuals behind the terrorist attacks in Paris and airstrikes targeting the Islamic State have been intensified in Iraq and Syria.

Hunting terrorists behind Paris attacks
18/11/2015

Vietnam Fatherland Front builds national unity

(VOVworld) – The National Great Unity Festival on November 18 will encompass activities nationwide. The festival honors the tradition of patriotism and promotes unity movements organized by the Vietnam Fatherland Front.

Vietnam Fatherland Front builds national unity
17/11/2015

Vietnam steps up multilateral diplomacy by participating in APEC 23

(VOVworld) – President Truong Tan Sang is in Manila to attend the 23rd APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting (AELM). APEC 23 is a priority in Vietnam’s foreign policy in 2015 as it prepares for APEC Year in 2017, contributing to the largest multilateral cooperative mechanism in Asia-Pacific.

Vietnam steps up multilateral diplomacy by participating in APEC 23
16/11/2015

World united against terrorism

(VOVworld)- The G20 summit opened in the Turkish city of Antalya on Sunday. After the “brutal and cowardly” attacks in Paris, the summit is expected to end with stronger commitments to fighting terrorism.

World united against terrorism
16/11/2015

Changes in National Assembly’s Q&A

(VOVworld)- The 13th National Assembly (NA) convened an unprecedented question-and-answer session on Monday in which deputies can ask any cabinet member about issues in the area of their management. At the end of the Q&A session, the Prime Minister will clarify related issues and respond to queries.

Changes in National Assembly’s Q&A