Wednesday, December 16, 2015 - 16:40:46 (VOVworld) – Prior to the national uprising to seize the reins of the government, a People’s Congress was held in the Tan Trao communal house in Tuyen Quang province on August 16, 1945, involving representatives of sectors, social strata, ethnic groups, political parties, national salvation organizations, and overseas Vietnamese. The Congress illustrated the unity and consensus of Vietnamese people to launch the uprising, eliminate colonialism and feudalism, and lay the foundation for a new regime. The Tan Trao communal house in Tuyen Quang has become a national historical relic The Tan Trao People’s Congress was a giant step in the struggle for national independence and sovereignty for Vietnam. The Congress, involving more than 60 delegates, was a historic legislative event of the National Assembly, the most powerful organization of the Democratic Republic of Vietnam. Representing all people to decide national faith … [Read more...] about Tan Trao People’s Congress – the precursor of the Vietnam National Assembly Current Affairs
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Political Headlines January 13
Prime Minister starts official Cambodia trip Prime Minister Nguyen Tan Dung arrived in Phnom Penh yesterday (Jan12) on the start of a three-day working visit to Cambodia to carry forward bilateral economic, trade and investment ties. The visit is being made at the invitation of Cambodian Prime Minister Samdech Techno Hun Sen. He was warmly welcomed at the airport by Cambodian Minister of Information Khieu Kanharith, Vietnamese Ambassador to Cambodia Ngo Anh Dung and Vietnamese nationals in the country. Dung cut the ribbons for the inauguration of the new Vietnamese Embassy in Cambodia and met with representatives of Vietnamese nationals in the country. He praised the efforts of embassy staff that have contributed to the traditional friendship and comprehensive co-operation between Viet Nam and Cambodia. Dung also hailed contributions made by Vietnamese businesses in Cambodia to the development of the bilateral ties, particularly in the fields of aviation, banking, telecommunications … [Read more...] about Political Headlines January 13
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Viet Nam stands by Venezuelan gov't Viet Nam believes Venezuela will continue to develop stably, with its social safety and Constitution intact, Foreign Affairs Ministry spokesman Le Hai Binh said yesterday, Feb 24. This will foster regional peace, co-operation and development, he said, responding to queries from the media regarding the current situation in Venezuela. Binh pointed out that Venezuela is a traditional ally and important partner of Viet Nam in Latin America. Viet Nam stands in solidarity with the government and the people of Venezuela, he said. Meanwhile, in Venezuela, President Nicolas Maduro in a TV interview on Sunday called for peace and co-existence in his country amid a possible coup conducted by the opposition. (For more information, see story page 8). Vietnam fosters judicial cooperation with France A Vietnamese delegation led by Minister of Justice Ha Hung Cuong is paying a working visit to France from February 22-25, with the aim of reforming the … [Read more...] about Political News Headlines 25/2
EVENTS SCHEDULED FOR JULY 10-20 (daily updated)
Spacebass Festival Hanoi Sat 19 Jul 2014, 6 pm – 11.45 pm Van Ho Exhibition Center 02 Hoa Lu Str, Hanoi You are invited to the music fashion festival entitled Space Bass Festival this weekend. The event promises to rock this hot summer with the performance of party-hook celebraties as DJ Bnuts, DJ JangLoa, MC MR.A and 2 special guests LIL KNIGHT and MLEE. Spacebass Festival not only offers a giant outdoor dance floor, but also immerses the youth in fashion trends around the world, brings the wonderful exclusive shoes through Sneaker N Style fair, a.k.a SneakerStep, a fashion platform where promotes your identity, shares fashion knowledge and passion for Sneakers. Line up: - SpaceSpeaker Teams - DJ Bnuts - DJ JangLoa - Special guests: MLEE, LIL’KNIGHT Ticket - Early Bird: 69.000 VND/ticket, on sale only on 8,9,10 Jul 2014 - Standard: 99.000 VND/ticket Exhibition “Young Sculptors 2014″ Opening: Wed 16 Jul 2014, 5 pm Artist Talk: Tue 22 Jul 2014, 9 … [Read more...] about EVENTS SCHEDULED FOR JULY 10-20 (daily updated)
HCMC celebrates Singapore’s 51st National Day
The Ho Chi Minh City Union of Friendship Organization (HUFO) and the Vietnam-Singapore Friendship Association in Ho Chi Minh City yesterday celebrated the 51st anniversary of Singapore National Day (on August 9th, 1965- 2016). Vice Chairman of Vietnam- Singapore Friendship Association in Ho Chi Minh City Mr. Dinh Khac Duy reported at the anniversary that the association has collaborated with Singaporean agencies in the chapter to organize many political, diplomatic events and culture & sport exchange programs.Consulate General of Republic of Singapore in Ho Chi Minh City Mrs. Leow Siu Lin said: "Singapore is currently the Vietnam's ninth largest trading partner, and ranked first among foreign investors in Ho Chi Minh City with total investment capital of US$ 9, 4 million by June, 2016".Last year, around 418, 000 Vietnamese tourists arrived in Singapore, and 236, 000 Singaporean people traveled in Vietnam. More than 15, 000 Vietnamese officials participated in training courses of … [Read more...] about HCMC celebrates Singapore’s 51st National Day