According to the National Hydrology Meteorology Forecast Center, the system was at around 10.5 to 11.5 degrees north latitude and 111.5-112.5 degrees east longitude in the middle of the East Sea this morning. In next 24 hours, the zone is able to move the northwestward and turn into a tropical depression. Ho Chi Minh City and many places of the Southern region will experience torrential downpours. … [Read more...] about Low-pressure zone forms in middle of East Sea
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Vietnam condemns China’s illegal moves, confirms respect for international law in East Sea
“In this spirit, along with other ASEAN countries, Vietnam hopes that all countries – including ASEAN partner countries – would make efforts to the contributions of peace and stability in the East Sea, as well as the settlement of disputes via dialogues and other peaceful measures in accordance with international law, the common interests and aspirations of countries in the region and of the international community,” Hang said. … [Read more...] about Vietnam condemns China’s illegal moves, confirms respect for international law in East Sea
US discusses with Philippines, Malaysia on East Sea
On the same day, Pompeo had a phone call to Malaysian Foreign Minister Hishammuddin Hussein to discuss strong US-Malaysia Comprehensive Partnership as well as the two countries’ shared respect for international law and the rules-based maritime order in the East Sea. … [Read more...] about US discusses with Philippines, Malaysia on East Sea
Typhoon Sinlaku heads toward north-central and northern delta regions
Accordingly, relevant localities have been asked to remain updated on events surrounding the storm, evacuate residents from dangerous areas, prepare scenarios for the possible risks of flashfloods, landsides, and severe flooding, whilst calling on all fishing vessels operating at sea to seek shelter. The typhoon is expected to make landfall in the south of the northern delta, with localities such as Thanh Hoa, Ninh Binh, and Nam Dinh being hit, whilst directly affecting northern provinces around Quang Tri, with heavy downpours expected to occur over the coming days. … [Read more...] about Typhoon Sinlaku heads toward north-central and northern delta regions
Vietnam maintains ASEAN cooperation process despite pandemic: Indonesian ambassador
Hanoi (VNA) – As rotating ASEAN Chair 2020, Vietnam has made great efforts to ensure the bloc’s cooperation activities take place in a timely manner amid the COVID-19 pandemic, affirmed Indonesian Ambassador to Vietnam Ibnu Hadi. Granting an interview to the Vietnam News Agency on the occasion of the 53rd founding anniversary of ASEAN (August 8, 1967-2020), Ambassador Ibnu Hadi stressed that since its establishment, ASEAN has grown tremendously and significantly in terms of positive significant development. “During its cause of development, a lot of progresses have been achieved in terms of political and security with its Treaty of Amity and Cooperation (TAC). This is like a tool created by ASEAN to contribute to the peace and stability of the world and our region,” he noted. Emphasising the importance of TAC, which was signed on February 24, 1976 by ASEAN member countries, he said the treaty is now joined by 40 countries, including the five permanent … [Read more...] about Vietnam maintains ASEAN cooperation process despite pandemic: Indonesian ambassador
