(VOVWORLD) - The leaders of ASEAN countries on Tuesday began the ASEAN Summits and related meetings with partners, including the ASEAN+3 Summit and the East Asia Summit (EAS). The COVID-19 pandemic and fierce competition between major countries have created challenges for ASEAN. The 38th and 39th ASEAN Summits will create opportunities for ASEAN to promote its priorities, values, and central role.

(VOVWORLD) - Vietnam wins title of Asia’s Leading Destination at World Travel Awards 2021.

(VOVWORLD) - During the anti-US war, unnumbered ships transporting weapons, ammunition, and food supplies from the north to the southern front through the HCM Trail at Sea have become a legend. The soldiers have been praised for their bravery, resilience, and sacrifices to fulfill their tasks.

(VOVWORLD) - The National Assembly Standing Committee has approved Resolution 406 to support businesses and people affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. By reducing or waiving corporate income tax, personal income tax, and valued added tax, Resolution 406 aims to help businesses restore their operation and grow.

(VOVWORLD) -2022 will be a time for Vietnam to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic and regain its growth momentum. At the on-going National Assembly session, deputies have proposed solutions to shape Vietnam’s economic future.

(VOVWORLD) - Vietnam began implementing the 2021-2026 Strategy on Gender Equality this year. Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, the government, ministries, and localities are determined to implement the strategy. As a result, women and girl children have received great support to overcome the effects of the pandemic.

(VOVWORLD) - Vietnamese women play an important role in building happy families and promoting socio-economic activities and patriotic emulation movements. During the renewal period, Vietnamese women have more opportunities to bring into play their potential and creativity.

(VOVWORLD) - Addressing the 2nd session of the 15th National Assembly on Wednesday, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh reviewed Vietnam’s major accomplishments, particularly COVID-19 prevention and control. He set out key socio-economic development goals for next year and proposed solutions to recover the economy and maintain growth momentum.

(VOVWORLD) - The Syrian government and opposition groups have agreed to draft a new Constitution with the participation of the UN. Talks on drafting a Constitution organized by the Syrian Constitutional Committee in Geneva are scheduled in one week to lay a comprehensive and long lasting legal foundation for resolving differences among political factions and pave the way for political progress.

(VOVWORLD) - The Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism has issued a plan to stimulate tourism and travel in late 2021 and early 2022. Favorable conditions will be offered for domestic and foreign travelers, who have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 in line with internationally-recognized regulations.