Current Affairs

22/07/2024

Geneva Agreement: Valuable lessons on diplomatic arts

(VOVWORLD) - Alongside the historic victory of Dien Bien Phu, the signing of the Geneva Agreement on Cessation of Hostilities 70 years ago, on July 21, 1954, established Vietnamese diplomacy on the international stage. This event made Vietnam an indispensable factor in consolidating peace and development in the modern world. After 70 years, the Geneva Conference and its historic agreement have left behind valuable lessons, including those on the importance of promoting stature and force in diplomatic activities.

19/07/2024

European Parliament prioritizes stability

(VOVWORLD) - The first plenary session of the new European Parliament convened on Tuesday and Wednesday voted to approve the key leadership positions of the European Union and signaled the EU's new priorities in the next 5 years.

19/07/2024

Vietnam introduces "National Park Passport" initiative

(VOVWORLD) - For the first time, Vietnam has launched a "National Park Passport" initiative to promote ecotourism in national parks and nature reserves. This initiative aims to motivate tourists to explore and appreciate the forest ecosystems in Vietnam.

18/07/2024

Da Nang embraces opportunities for semiconductor chip cooperation

(VOVWORLD) - The National Assembly has passed a resolution on urban administration organization and the piloting of specific mechanisms and policies for Da Nang’s development, including investment in semiconductor chip development and artificial intelligence. This resolution presents a significant opportunity to foster cooperation and investment in these emerging industries in Da Nang.

17/07/2024

Foreign investors' growing confidence in Vietnam outlook

(VOVWORLD) - Despite global uncertainties in the first half of the year, Vietnam has been increasingly attractive to foreign investors, as shown by the growth of foreign direct investment (FDI) pouring into the country and the rise of foreign businesses' confidence in Vietnam's economic prospects.

17/07/2024

New tourist routes to explore Ha Long, Bai Tu Long

(VOVWORLD) -Ha Long Bay, with its unique geology, geomorphology, natural landscapes, and ecological environment, has been recognized three times by UNESCO as a World Natural Heritage. To increase attraction and diversify tourists’ experience, the Ha Long Bay Management Board has proposed many new tourism products this summer.

16/07/2024

“Hanoi in my eyes”, a movie of Hanoi’s lovers

(VOVWORLD) - “Hanoi in my eyes”, is a movie being produced by Hanoi Radio and Television and the Hanoi Cinema and Television Center to mark the 70th anniversary of Hanoi’s Liberation Day on October 10th. It’s part of a TV series of 40 episodes entitled “For the love of Hanoi”, directed by Dao Thanh Hung.

16/07/2024

Uncertain signals from global economy

(VOVWORLD) - The Chinese economy's slower-than-expected growth in the second quarter, coupled with unpredictable monetary policies in the US and the European Union, has led many experts to predict that the global economy will face numerous challenges and uncertainties in the second half of this year.

15/07/2024

International Fireworks Festival enhances Da Nang’s tourism brand

(VOVWORLD) - The 2024 Da Nang International Fireworks Festival (DIFF) concluded last Saturday after one month. Since its debut in 2008, the annual event has become increasingly popular and has promoted the tourism brand of Da Nang as “the city of fireworks” and a leading festival destination in Asia.

15/07/2024

Transportation infrastructure expanded to serve economic development

(VOVWORLD) - Developing modern infrastructure is identified as one of three national strategic breakthroughs, in which transportation infrastructure development is an important pillar to expand new development space, create driving forces for socio-economic development, and ensure national defense and security. Last week, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh chaired meetings on transportation infrastructure in the Mekong Delta and the North-South high-speed railway project.