(VOVworld) – The spokesperson for the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights made inaccurate and false remarks at recent gatherings in Hanoi and HCM city under the pretext of environmental protection following the mass deaths of fish along Vietnam’s central coast. The remarks questioned Vietnam’s respect for and protection of its citizen’s rights and freedoms.

(VOVworld)- The US missile defense shield in Europe, which has just been activated after a decade of planning, adds more conflicts to the existing differences between the West and Russia. Despite Russia’s objection and the historic nuclear deal struck recently between world powers and Iran, the US move may threaten peace in the region.

(VOVworld)- Hectic preparations for the elections of the 14th National Assembly and People’s Councils are underway in citizen reception offices all over Vietnam. Efforts are being made to settle complaints and petitions and educate the citizens on their right to vote.

(VOVworld) – Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc is leading a senior Vietnamese delegation to attend a commemorative summit in Russia marking the 20th anniversary of the ASEAN-Russia dialogue relationship. The visit is a demonstration of Vietnam valuing its relations with Russia and ASEAN-Russia relations and the role of bilateral and multilateral forums in the new global context.

(VOVworld) – The Canada-EU Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), signed in 2014, has not been ratified due to differences over a number of legal issues, which has hindered economic cooperation opportunities and affected two-way trade.

(VOVOworld) - The first global anti-corruption summit in London has initiated several measures to combat corruption. These chime with global leader’s determination in the fight but implementation is not easy.

(VOVworld)- There are 9 days left until the Election Day. This will be the second time Vietnam has conducted simultaneous elections for National Assembly deputies and People’s Council deputies.

(VOVworld) – Efforts are being made to help people understand their right and obligation to vote in the elections for the 14th National Assembly and People’s Councils.

(VOVworld) - Brazil's Senate is debating whether President Dilma Rousseff should face a full impeachment trial on charges of illegally manipulating finances to hide a growing public deficit ahead of her re-election in 2014. If a majority votes in favour, Ms Rousseff will be automatically suspended from office. VOV comments on Brazil’s worst political crisis in recent history and its potential impact on Brazil’s economy.

(VOVworld) – Vietnam’s election of deputies to the 14th National Assembly and People’s Councils at all levels for the 2016-2021 term will be held on May 22. Vietnamese voters will have the opportunity to elect the most competent candidates, who are also morally sound, to represent their needs and aspirations.