World
ASEAN ministers adopt statement on climate change
The 2015 ASEAN joint statement on climate change was adopted by participants of the 13th ASEAN Ministerial Meeting on Environment, which wrapped up on October 29 in Hanoi.
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Politics
Vietnam will do more for UN’s global activities: PM
Vietnam is willing to actively engage in and practically contribute to the United Nations (UN)’s activities around the globe, Prime Minister Nguyen Tan Dung has said.
Politics
South Africa happy about Vietnam’s achievements
The South African Communist Party (SACP) admires Vietnam for its great politico-socio-economic achievements, said Christopher Matlhako, the SACP’s Secretary of External Relations.
Politics
Vietnam elected to UN Economic and Social Council
Vietnam overwhelmingly won its election to the 54-member United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) for the 2016-2018 tenure with 182 out of 187 valid votes.
Society
Vietnam’s agricultural achievements significant: FAO representative
The achievements that Vietnam has gained in agriculture is significantly ensuring food security and implementing the United Nations’ Millennium Development Goals.
Culture - Sports
Singer Thanh Bui presents UN global goals
Thanh Bui, who competed in the top eight in the 2008 Australian Idol contest, has appeared alongside many world celebrities in a promotion video released by the United Nations last month.
Politics
UN Summit participation, Cuba visit illustrate Vietnam active globally
President Truong Tan Sang’s recent participation in the UN Summit and his official visit to Cuba demonstrate clearly Vietnam as an active, trustful partner and responsible member in global affairs.
Politics
Deputy PM shares Vietnam’s MDG achievements at UN event
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Pham Binh Minh has shared Vietnam’s experience in implementing the millennium development goals (MDGs) ahead of schedule at a high-level event in New York.
Politics
Vietnamese President meets with UN Secretary-General in NY
Vietnam is determined to foster sustainable development as its regular and long-term orientation, President Truong Tan Sang stated during his meeting with United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon.
Politics
President leaves Hanoi for UN summit on sustainability
President Truong Tan Sang left Hanoi on September 23 for New York to attend the United Nations (UN) Summit for the adoption of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development from September 25-27.
Society
Vietnam’s MDG implementation over 15 years reviewed
Vietnam has long considered the implementation of the United Nations’ Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) national targets of socio-economic development and living condition improvement.
Society
Report highlights VN’s efforts to realise women, children goals
Important data and analyses reflecting Vietnam’s achievements in implementing its development goals, especially those benefiting women and children, were detailed in a report released on September 4.
Politics
NA leader co-chairs Parliament Speakers Conference discussion
Implementing sustainable development goals is the responsibility of the entire parliament, each parliamentarian and the whole political system of each nation, stated NA Chairman Nguyen Sinh Hung.
Politics
World Conference of Speakers of Parliaments commences in New York
The fourth World Conference of Speakers of Parliament commenced in New York city, the US, on August 31 (local time) with the attendance of 140 parliamentary delegations from around the globe.
Society
UN official praises Vietnam’s socio-economic achievements
Vietnam should be rightly proud of its record in promoting economic growth and poverty reduction, said United Nations Resident Coordinator in Vietnam Pratibha Mehta.
Politics
Millennial development goals for improved wellbeing
Active implementation of UN millennial development goals (MDGs) in Vietnam has significantly raised local living standards, Deputy Minister of Planning and Investment Nguyen The Phuong has said.
Politics
PM says 2015 socio-economic goals feasible
The 2015 socio-economic goals are feasible based on the past seven-month performance and provided efforts continue to be made, Prime Minister Nguyen Tan Dung has said.
Can Tho surpasses social-economic goals in 6 months
Can Tho achieved and impressively surpassed many of its socio-economic
goals in the first six months of the year, according to Tran Thanh Man,
Secretary of the city’s Party Committee.
Politics
State President’s Europe visit achieves set goals
State President Truong Tan Sang’s trip to Russia, the Czech Republic and
Azerbaijan from May 8-15 has achieved its goal of improving political
trust to form a basis for economic, trade and investment ties.
Society
HCM City sets development goals in future decades
Le Hoang Quan, a member of the Party Central Committee and Chairman of
the Ho Chi Minh City People's Committee, told Vietnam News Agency about
the city's goals and socio-economic achievements.
