Countries of southeast asia

Representatives of ASEAN and the six new parties to the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia at the signing ceremony in Phnom Penh on August 3 (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – Six more countries have taken part in the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia (TAC), raising this deal’s membership to 49. Representatives from Denmark, Greece, the Netherlands, Oman, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates signed the instrument of accession to the TAC in the presence of ASEAN foreign ministers on August 3, on the sidelines of the 55th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting ( AMM-55 ) in Phnom Penh, Cambodia . In his remarks, Cambodian Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Prak Sokhonn, who also chaired the AMM-55, said it was his country’s honour to host the signing ceremony. Such a high number of parties shows the importance of the TAC in terms of its fundamental objectives and principles of promoting friendly multilateral cooperation and peaceful … [Read more...] about Six more countries join amity, cooperation treaty in Southeast Asia

Bangkok (NNT/VNA) - Thailand is aiming to become the leading Southeast Asian nation in terms of the size of its tiger population by 2034. During an event commemorating International Tiger Day on July 29, Natural Resources and Environment Minister Varawut Silpa-archa said the kingdom was praised by neighbouring countries at the 4th Asia Ministerial Conference on Tiger Conservation for its efficient wildlife conservation efforts. He added that the achievement in protecting these big cats was the result of the National Strategy for Tiger Conservation 2010-2022, which helped the nation have the highest number of wild tigers in Southeast Asia. According to the Natural Resources and Environment Minister, the tiger population in the Thungyai and Huai Kha Khaeng wildlife sanctuaries increased from 42 in 2012 to 100 in 2022 as a result of a smart patrol system and technology certified by international standards. These innovations have been installed in 213 protected forest parks … [Read more...] about Thailand aims for biggest tiger population in Southeast Asia by 2034

Delegates at the meeting pose for a group photo (Source: baoquocte.vn) Phnom Penh (VNA) – Vietnam ese Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son suggested ASEAN promote the role and values of the Southeast Asia Nuclear Weapon-Free Zone (SEANWFZ) while addressing a meeting of the SEANWFZ Treaty Commission in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, on August 2. The meeting was the first activity within the 55th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting (AMM-55) and related meetings. Son also laid emphasis on the values of the treaty given the current uncertainties, saying ASEAN should make more contributions to international efforts in ensuring nuclear security and safety. He also called for efforts to seek solutions to the signing of the SEANWFZ protocol. The participating countries committed to accelerating the implementation of the treaty, acknowledged achievements in the implementation of the Plan of Action (POA) to Strengthen the Implementation of the SEANWFZ, and agreed to extend the plan … [Read more...] about Minister suggests ASEAN promote role of Southeast Asia Nuclear Weapon-Free Zone

The national flags of ASEAN member states (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – Joining the Association of Southeast Asia n Nations (ASEAN) was the first step of Vietnam in the process of international integration , and the bloc has served as a gateway for the country’s integration into the region and the world, an official has said. Pham Quynh Mai, Deputy Director of the Multilateral Trade Policy Department at the Ministry of Industry and Trade, made the remark during an interview granted to the press on August 4, on the sidelines of a conference on communications about ASEAN ahead of the bloc’s 55th founding anniversary (August 8, 1967 - 2022). She noted Vietnam became an official member of ASEAN on July 28, 1995, which was an important turning point marking the end of a period full of difficulties, helping the country escape from sanctions, and opening up a period of integration for common development in Southeast Asia. Since becoming part of ASEAN, Vietnam has played a … [Read more...] about Integration into ASEAN – stepping stone for Vietnam’s int’l economic integration

The travel demand of Vietnamese increased sharply after the tourism sector had been reopened. Besides, people also searched for overseas destinations in July with an increase of 780 percent over the same period last year. The countries in Southeast Asia were on the top priorities of Vietnamese tourists, comprising Singapore, Thailand, Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia and the Philippines showing that the nearby tourism points were on the top list of Vietnamese in the post-Covid-19 pandemic. From the beginning of the year, Vietnam is always in the group of destinations with the highest growth in the world with a growth rate from 50 to 75 percent. The United States, Australia, Singapore, India, Japan, the Republic of Korea, and so on are among the top ten countries searching Vietnam for traveling. By Mai An- Translated by Huyen Huong … [Read more...] about HCMC becomes top destination for domestic tourists

Vietnamese Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son attended the 55th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (AMM-55) which opened in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, on August 3 morning. The opening ceremony of the 55th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting. (Photo: VNA) Addressing the opening ceremony, Cambodian Prime Minister Samdech Techo Hun Sen recalled the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)’s 55-year history and its beyond-expected achievements, making Southeast Asia a region of cooperation, development and trust. He underscored the regional and global uncertainties caused by multidimensional impacts of COVID-19, tensions among major countries and crises in Myanmar and Ukraine. Non-traditional challenges, such as climate change, natural disasters, energy security and food security, have put ASEAN and the region at large through such an ordeal, according to the PM. More than ever, ASEAN needs to unite, promote its centrality, and strive to build a … [Read more...] about 55th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting opens in Cambodia

Zebra’s RFD40 UHF RFID sled has picked up a win in the industry/tools product category of the iF Design Award 2022 while the CS60 Series companion scanner scored a double win at both the iF Design Award and Red Dot Award this year. The award-winning products are supported by Zebra Technologies’ service centre in Ho Chi Minh City. “Zebra is truly honoured to be recognised by two of the most important design prizes in the world,” said Christanto Suryadarma, vice president for Sales Southeast Asia at Zebra Technologies Asia-Pacific. “Zebra’s Innovation & Design team is constantly creating solutions that offer compelling, intuitive experiences that put our end-users, both globally and in Vietnam, at the centre.” The iF Design Award is organised by Hannover-based iF International Forum Design GmbH, the world’s oldest independent design organisation, while participants in the Red Dot Award include over 18,000 design professionals, companies, and organisations from more … [Read more...] about Zebra Technologies wins design awards

Hanoi (VNA) - The following is a list of selected news summaries last night by the Vietnam News Agency . - President Nguyen Xuan Phuc on August 2 urged the southern province of Dong Nai to create changes in both mindset and action, and help to spur development in adjacent localities. At a working session with provincial leaders, the President stressed the important role of Dong Nai and some localities in the southern key economic region in national industrialisation and modernisation. Read full story – Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh hosted a reception in Hanoi on August 2 for British Ambassador Gareth Ward, who came to say goodbye at the end of his tenure in Vietnam. PM Pham Minh Chinh (right) receives British Ambassador to Vietnam Gareth Ward (Photo: VNA) The PM commended the ambassador’s active contributions to promoting the Vietnam-UK strategic partnership in all fields, diplomatic channels and people-to-people exchange. Read full story – Prime Minister Pham … [Read more...] about ☀️ Morning digest August 3

Illustrative image (Source: VNA) Sydney (VNA) – Vietnam and Australia have displayed their resolve and efforts to ease the impacts of climate change, and have potential for cooperation in this field, an expert has said. Dr. Do Nam Thang, an expert in environment and climate change at the Australian National University, noted that the two countries share the goal of net zero emissions by 2050. They also have great potential in solar and wind energy, especially offshore wind, he said, adding that Australia led worldwide in terms of solar power per capita with 1,129 kwh per person in 2021, while Vietnam took the lead in Southeast Asia with 218 kwh. The expert emphasised a joint statement on commitment to practical climate action signed by Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and his Australia n counterpart Scott Morrison last November. During her visit to Vietnam last June, Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong also laid stress on the transition towards cleaner and more … [Read more...] about Vietnam, Australia share resolve in climate change response: expert

For more than half a century, ASEAN has established itself as one of the most authoritative organizations, a crucial element of the new multipolar world order and a hub centered around by many important political and economic processes in Asia-Pacific,  Zakharova said in her remarks to mark the 55th founding anniversary of the bloc. ASEAN's unwavering commitment to the broad and inclusive interaction principle and the harmonious coexistence of all member states, regardless of differences in government forms, economic structures and cultural norms, have enabled it to develop a system of multilateral cooperation mechanisms and become a model for this type of interaction in the world, she noted. The official emphasised that Moscow regards ASEAN as a priority in Russia’s foreign policy in Asia and that Russia highly appreciates “ASEAN way,” the region’s unique method of diplomacy which embodies the centuries-old political and moral cultures of Asian nations. It is something that many … [Read more...] about Russia highly evaluates ASEAN’s role model of multilateral cooperation