(VOVWORLD) - The Vietnamese government cares about Vietnam’s expat community. It is accelerating COVID-19 vaccination, not only for citizens but also for foreigners living and working here, in an effort to achieve herd immunity as soon as possible.

(VOVWORLD) - Leading the Vietnamese People's Army to victory at Dien Bien Phu in 1954 assured General Vo Nguyen Giap’s place in the hearts of the Vietnamese people and his reputation worldwide as a brilliant general. His military prowess and noble character won him the respect of the global community. Western countries, even former foes of Vietnam, take their hats off to General Giap and his legendary victories. On his 110th birth anniversary, August 25, VOV would like to share some of the world community’s plaudits for General Giap.

(VOVWORLD) - General Vo Nguyen Giap is a prominent military leader and politician of Vietnam. When he was assigned to build revolutionary bases and forces in the northern province of Cao Bang from 1941 to 1944, he left a deep impression on the local people. He is forever a General of the people and a part of the local history.

(VOVWORLD) - The International Army Games 2021 began in Moscow, Russia on Monday drawing 280 teams from 44 countries. The Vietnam People’s Army team have been intensively trained to compete for national pride.

(VOVWORLD) - After visiting Singapore from Sunday to Tuesday, US Vice President Kamala Harris departs for a three-day visit to Vietnam starting today. This is her first overseas trip as Vice President, illustrating the US’s long-term commitment to multifaceted cooperation with Southeast Asia.

(VOVWORLD) - August 25, 2021, will mark the 110th birth anniversary of Vietnam's legendary General Vo Nguyen Giap. On this occasion, Austrian scholar Patrick Horvath, PhD, wrote an article on General Giap and the relatinship between Austria and Vietnam.

(VOVWORLD) - National Assembly Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue is attending the virtual 42nd General Assembly of the ASEAN Inter-Parliamentary Assembly (AIPA-42) which opened on Monday. Chairman Hue’s participation affirms Vietnam’s determination to boost cooperation with AIPA members and ASEAN countries.

(VOVWORLD) - As the COVID-19 pandemic spreads in HCM City, the Government and local authorities have worked out measures to curb the pandemic. In addition to ensuring social security, the city will continue to implement strict social distancing and accelerate testing to detect infections as soon as possible.

(VOVWORLD) - The COVID-19 pandemic is slowing economic growth and affecting all other aspects of life. During this difficult period, particular attention is being given to poor people, vulnerable people, and ethnic minority people.

(VOVWORLD) - Global attention was paid to the UN Security Council’s open debate on August 9 on strengthening maritime security. Vietnam’s views and initiatives won public plaudits and appeared to reflect the shared view of most senior leaders and representatives of Security Council members and UN organizations.