(VOVworld)- One of the world’s top concerns in 2012 was security at sea as tensions over sea and island sovereignty arose in the Asia Pacific region, making sovereignty a hot topic at international forums.

(VOVworld) – The draft revision to the 1992 Constitution has been made public on Wednesday for feedback. Vietnamese people of all social strata living inside or outside the country as well as domestic organizations are eligible to put forward ideas to amend 8 articles of the 1992 Constitution including the political regime, human rights, citizens’ basic rights and duties, national defense, and the state apparatus.

(VOVworld) – The victory of the 12 day battle against the US carpet bombing in late December, 1972, went down in Vietnamese history as a miraculous exploit. The victory represented Vietnam’s fighting spirit and brainpower, which helped change the war situation leading to the national unification in the spring of 1975.

(VOVworld) - The Vietnam – Lao Solidarity and Friendship Year concluded successfully after Vietnamese President Truong Tan Sang and Lao Secretary General and President Choummaly Sayasone released a joint-statement at a press conference in Hanoi on December 26th. 2012 saw an array of meaningful events with the participation of all ministries, sectors, and people of the two countries, which have reinforced the Vietnam – Lao traditional and loyal friendship. Hong Van reviews important events this year that enhanced the Vietnam – Lao relationship.

1. 2012- A year of elections and power transitions Russia witnessed a Presidential power transition between Vladimir Putin and Dimitry Medvedev: Putin became Russian President after the Presidential election on March 4, 2012.

Vietnam’s top 10 events of 2012 selected by Radio the Voice of Vietnam (VOV)

(VOVworld)- The Vietnamese government is determined to fulfill next year’s targets despite numerous challenges ahead. Cabinet members showed their determination at the government’s online meeting in the last 2 days discussing socio-economic development and budget implementation tasks for next year.

(VOVworld) - Choummaly Sayasone, General Secretary of the Lao People's Revolutionary Party and President of the Lao People's Democratic Republic will be in Vietnam from Wednesday to Friday at the invitation of Nguyen Phu Trong, General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam. The visit, which takes place at the end of the Vietnam – Lao Friendship Year, is an important event to strengthen the traditional friendship, special unity, and comprehensive cooperation between the two countries.

(VOVworld) - Despite numerous difficulties this year, enhanced cooperation has helped ASEAN gain a lot of achievements and confirmed that consensus is the key to growth, prosperity, peace, and stability. On top of determination and giving priority to community development programs, the bloc has resiliently resolved internal conflicts and overcomed outside challenges. Finding a common voice can break through any barriers and lead to a more united ASEAN in the future. VOV’s Ánh Huyền comments….

(VOVworld) - Vietnamese Catholic followers are jubilantly celebrating Christmas. On this occasion, VOV reporter Thu Hoa brings you a report highlighting Vietnamese Catholic followers’ contributions to the nation.