ASEAN, UN review progress of cooperation projects
NDO/VNA - Ambassador Nguyen Hai Bang, Vietnam’s Permanent Representative to ASEAN, on September 1 attended the virtual Interface between the Committee of Permanent Representatives to ASEAN (CPR) and the United Nations (UN) Delegation.
Bulgaria to hold presidential election on Nov.14
Bulgaria will hold a presidential election on Nov. 14, parliament decided on Thursday, amid prolonged political uncertainty in the Balkan country.
New Zealand says fall in COVID-19 cases shows Delta lockdown working
New Zealand reported a drop in new COVID-19 infections on Thursday, which authorities said was a sign that a nationwide lockdown was helping to limit spread of the infectious Delta variant.
Australian doctors warn health system may 'capsize' when COVID-19 curbs ease
Australian doctors on Thursday warned the country's hospitals are not ready to cope with the government's reopening plans, even with higher vaccination rates, as some states prepare to move from a virus suppression strategy to living with COVID-19.
Covid 19 New Variant What Do We Know about C 1 2 and Mu
Genetics researchers who have been watching for new coronavirus variant C.1.2 say it possesses mutations within the genome similar to those seen in variants of interest, like Delta while WHO is monitoring Mu varient identified in Colombia in January.
Pakistan frets over security threats from neighbouring Afghanistan
There is growing concern among Pakistani officials about security in neighbouring Afghanistan, as the Taliban tries to form a government and stabilise the country following the departure of US and other foreign forces.
Indian growth jumps in April-June, helped by looser pandemic curbs
India's economy rebounded in the April-June quarter even while a devastating second wave of COVID-19 swept the country, with growth of over 20% compared to a year earlier driven by a surge in manufacturing and higher consumer spending.
US climate envoy Kerry visits Japan, China for talks on emissions
US climate envoy John Kerry arrived in Tokyo for talks on Tuesday with Japanese Prime Minister Suga Yoshihide and other officials on cooperation on carbon emissions and cutting support for fossil fuels, especially coal, before heading to Tianjin.
Turkey's Erdogan holds talks with de facto UAE leader
Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan has spoken by phone with the UAE's de facto ruler, Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Erdogan's office said on Tuesday, in a fresh sign of improving ties between the regional rivals.
Palestinian president meets with Israeli defense minister
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas met with Israeli Defense Minister Benny Gantz in the West Bank city of Ramallah on Sunday, officials said.
German region plans tougher restrictions for unvaccinated
At least one region in Germany is planning to impose tougher restrictions on people who are not vaccinated against COVID-19 as the country faces a fourth wave of the pandemic, a state official was quoted as saying on Sunday.
Thailand to have 140 million doses of COVID-19 vaccines this year
Thailand expects to have 140 million doses of coronavirus vaccines this year as the country ramps up inoculation to fight its biggest wave of infections, which shows some signs of easing, a government spokesman said on Sunday.