Cooperation remains key to relations among Japan, RoK, and China
VOV.VN - Relations among China, Japan, and Republic of Korea have been tense recently after a group of 85 Japanese lawmakers visited the Yasukuni Shrine in downtown Tokyo during the annual autumn festival. Like many previous visits, this one angered China and the RoK.
Vietnam’s contributions to the UN Economic and Social Council
VOV.VN - A year ago today, Vietnam was elected to the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC), one of the UN’s six main agencies, in recognition of its socio-economic achievements, and its contributions to the UN and to the creation of a better world.
Trump gains on Clinton, poll shows 'rigged' message resonates
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump gained on his Democratic rival Hillary Clinton among American voters this week, cutting her lead nearly in half, according to Reuters/Ipsos polling released on October 21.
RoK vessel attacked off southern Philippine coast
Armed men believed to be members of the Abu Sayyaf group have hijacked a Republic of Korean (RoK) vessel off the island of Tawi-Tawi in the southern Philippines, seizing its two crew members.
Thai government warns of instability risk
The Thai Government, on October 20, called on its people to stand side by side in grief following the death of their beloved King Bhumibol Adulyadej.
Philippines maintains economic relations with US: official
The Philippines will maintain its trade and economic ties with the US, Minister of Trade Ramon Lopez confirmed on October 21.
Myanmar Government orders investigating deadly ferry capsize
The Myanmar Government on October 21 announced that it will launch an investigation into a ferry capsize incident on October 15 and take legal actions against those responsible for the tragedy.
ASEAN seeks to strengthen intra-bloc connectivity
Representatives of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) gathered in Vientiane, Laos, on October 20 to discuss the implementation of the Master Plan on ASEAN Connectivity 2025.
Duterte aligns Philippines with China, says US has lost
Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte announced his "separation" from the United States on October 20, declaring he had realigned with China as the two agreed to resolve their South China Sea dispute through talks.
Syria says east Aleppo ceasefire has begun, promises 'safe exit'
The Syrian military said on October 20 a unilateral ceasefire backed by Russia had come into force to allow people to leave besieged eastern Aleppo, a move rejected by rebels who say they are preparing a counter-offensive to break the blockade.