Current Affairs

16/11/2015

France not alone in the war on terror

(VOVworld) - A series of terror attacks on November 13 in Paris killed at least 129 people and injured more than 350 others. The attacks have stirred international indignation. The incident once again demonstrates that the war on terror has just begun and must be pitiless. The world community has expressed solidarity with France.

France not alone in the war on terror
13/11/2015

Referendums promote democracy and people’s right to mastery

(VOVworld) – The draft law on referendums is being discussed at the 10th session of the 13th National Assembly. The law specifies the 2013 Constitution, comprehends Vietnam’s legal system, and promotes democracy and the people’s right to mastery.

Referendums promote democracy and people’s right to mastery
12/11/2015

Europe fails to find solution to migrant issue

(VOVworld)- The EU-Africa Summit opened in La Valleta, Malta, on Thursday, hoping to find a solution to the migrant crisis in Europe. Though a number of solutions have been proposed, the EU has failed so far to agree on an effective solution to this problem.

Europe fails to find solution to migrant issue
11/11/2015

Revising the Press Law to accord with the 2013 Constitution

(VOVworld) – The draft revision of the Press Law has been discussed for the 1st time at the 10th session of the 13th National Assembly. The revised Press Law spells out certain provisions of the 2013 Constitution and creates a legal framework in which the press can develop healthily and effectively in the right direction.

Revising the Press Law to accord with the 2013 Constitution
10/11/2015

Myanmar seeks stability for development

(VOVworld) - Myanmar has organized what is being called its most democratic and free general election in 25 years. Although the official results have not yet been announced, whoever is the winning party will continue Myanmar’s policy of openness and democratic reform. This is a precondition for Myanmar to maintain its economic growth and improve people’s living standard.

Myanmar seeks stability for development
06/11/2015

The US enhances influence in Central Asia

(VOVworld) – US Secretary of State John Kerry concluded a 4-day tour of 5 former members of the Former Soviet Union in Central Asia. The visit reflects a US effort to increase its influence in Central Asia.

The US enhances influence in Central Asia
05/11/2015

Strengthening Vietnam-China comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership

(VOVworld)- General Secretary of the Communist Party and President of China Xi Jinping begins a two-day State visit to Vietnam on Thursday. This is the first trip to Vietnam made by the highest-ranking Chinese Party and State leader in nine years. The visit is significant to Vietnam-China relations.

Strengthening Vietnam-China comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership
04/11/2015

Enhancing Vietnam-Iceland cooperative relations

(VOVworld) – Iceland’s President Olafur Ragnar Grimsson began an official visit to Vietnam from November 4-6 at the invitation of President Truong Tan Sang. The visit is an important event in bilateral ties, opening up more opportunities for further cooperation.

Enhancing Vietnam-Iceland cooperative relations
03/11/2015

Turkey’s post-election challenges

(VOVworld) – The Justice and Development Party (AKP) of President Tayyip Erdogan has won Turkey’s parliamentary election. Observers say the election result reflects Turkish voters’ faith that the ruling Party will promote peace and development.

Turkey’s post-election challenges