(VOVWORLD) - Vietnam Seas and Islands Week is being held from June 1-8, with widespread participation by localities to affirm their commitment to sustainable marine economic development, environmental protection, and safeguarding national maritime sovereignty.

(VOVWORLD) - The question and answer session at the ongoing National Assembly (NA) meeting will span 2.5 days, starting Tuesday. Issues to be covered include natural resources and the environment; industry and trade; auditing; and culture, sports, and tourism. This regular parliamentary activity reflects the responsibility of NA deputies to their voters.

(VOVWORLD) - Recent statistics released by global economic and financial organizations show that the global economy is recovering faster than they had projected, thanks to growth drivers in the US and China and visible changes in Europe.

(VOVWORLD) - Today, May 31, is World No Tobacco Day, themed "Protecting children from the impacts of the tobacco industry". In Vietnam, since the Law on Tobacco Control took effect a decade ago, the smoking rate among adult men has decreased an average of 0.5% annually, now standing at 40%. Alongside efforts to reduce smoking, Vietnam has introduced numerous measures to shield children from the harmful effects of tobacco.

(VOVWORLD) - This year’s Humanitarian Month of May has amplified the efforts of the Red Cross at all levels, focusing on assisting the most vulnerable in society.

(VOVWORLD) - May 27th marked a decade since Vietnam first sent forces to participate in UN peacekeeping operation, realizing the Vietnamese Party and State’s policy of international integration and external policy on defense. Over the past decade, Vietnam’s participation in peacekeeping missions has elevated its status in the international arena.

(VOVWORLD) - Mong ethnic families growing tea in Suoi Giang commune, Van Chan district, Yen Bai province, are enjoying a bumper season. After months of winter sleep, the tea trees have absorbed the morning dews and sunlight on high mountains to sprout and bud and produce high quality tea leaves.

(VOVWORLD) -French President Emmanuel Macron made his first state visit to Germany on May 26-28. The visit aims to strengthen the leading role of the German-French duo in Europe, at a time when Europe is facing unprecedented challenges from both inside and outside.

(VOVWORLD) - Residents in Hanoi, Hai Phong, Ho Chi Minh City, and Binh Duong are being encouraged to exchange beer cans, unused books, milk cartons, and straws for attractive gifts. This initiative is part of Eco Event 2024, organized by the environmental organization Tagom in collaboration with six AEON Mall shopping centers nationwide. It aims to promote waste sorting at the source, waste recycling, and environmental awareness.

(VOVWORLD) - The Ho Chi Minh Communist Youth Union launched the 2024 Summer Youth Volunteer Campaign in Hai Phong city on Sunday. The launch ceremony was connected online to Tuyen Quang, Dak Lak, and Hau Giang provinces.