VGP – PM Nguyen Xuan Phuc on June 4 cabled a message of congratulations to Mr. James Marape upon his election as PM of the Independent State of Papua New Guinea. … [Read more...] about Congratulations to Papua New Guinea’s newly-elected PM
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India awaits results from world’s biggest election
Indian election officials in Bangalore erect a banner with the list of constituencies at a counting centre on the eve of vote-tally day, when the roughly 600 million ballots cast in the world's biggest election are to be counted. — AFP/VNA Photo NEW DELHI — India began yesterday the mammoth process of counting the roughly 600 million votes cast in the world's biggest election, with results due later in the day. Exit polls had pointed to a victory for Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Hindu nationalist government, but the opposition are clinging to hopes of a win. After an exercise not short of staggering statistics, the votes cast in purportedly the world's most expensive democratic exercise -- costing more than US$7 billion, experts say – were set to be counted in just one day. If there is a clear trend, this should be evident by around midday (0630 GMT). But if the result is close India's 1.3 billion people may have to wait a lot longer to know the … [Read more...] about India awaits results from world’s biggest election
Vietnam gets new jersey ahead of first Asian Cup 2019 game
The new home kit of Vietnam's national men football team. Photo courtesy of Grand Sport After winning AFF Cup title last year, Vietnamese men's football team are set to don new jerseys in 2019. The new dress kits, designed by Grand Sport, will have the traditional red and golden colors at home, while the away outfit will be in white. Both kits will have the dynamic arrow pattern. As usual, the national flag of Vietnam will be 3D printed on the left side of the chest, while the right side will carry the apparel logo. The back of the collar will also have a small golden star. The sleeves will be etched with small details, using laser technology. The away kit in white. Photo courtesy of Grand Sport This jersey is also made from a new type of fabric that brings "ultimate comfort optimum ventilation, tuned breathability and lightweight mobility," said the Bangkok-based sports clothing company. Vietnamese players Nguyen Quang Hai, Doan Van Hau, Bui Tien Dung (defender), Luong Xuan … [Read more...] about Vietnam gets new jersey ahead of first Asian Cup 2019 game
Malaysian PM hopes new king can be elected soon
Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Muhammad V (centre) salutes honour guards during the opening of the Parliament sitting in Kuala Lumpur July 17, 2018. (Source: https://www.malaymail.com) Kuala Lumpur (VNA) - Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad expressed his hope that the new king (Yang di-Pertuan Agong) would be elected as soon as possible. Mahathir said the election needs to be expedited because he has to have an audience with the king on certain matters. Malaysia’s national news agency Bernama reported on January 7 that PM Mahathir made his wish after opening the Terengganu office of Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia (PPBM). He said the government accepts the decision of the Sultan of Kelantan, Sultan Muhammad V, to step down as it is in accordance with the constitution. Asked about Sultan Muhammad V’s successor, Mahathir said that the government would not interfere in the matter and the final decision lay with the Conference of Rulers. In a related … [Read more...] about Malaysian PM hopes new king can be elected soon
Trump, Obama tout clashing visions of U.S. as elections near
Trump, Obama tout clashing visions of U.S. as elections near U.S. President Donald Trump attends a campaign rally, ahead of midterm elections, at Pensacola International Airport in Florida, U.S., November 3, 2018 – PHOTO: REUTERS WASHINGTON (REUTERS) - Republican Donald Trump and Democrat Barack Obama made duelling election appearances on Sunday, offering sharply different views on the country’s problems but agreeing on the high stakes for voters in the final 48 hours of a tight campaign. With opinion polls showing dozens of tight U.S. congressional and gubernatorial races in Tuesday’s election, the current and former presidents said the results would determine what kind of country Americans live in for the next two years. “This election will decide whether we build on this extraordinary prosperity we have created,” Trump told a cheering crowd in Macon, Georgia, warning that Democrats would “take a giant wrecking ball to our economy.” … [Read more...] about Trump, Obama tout clashing visions of U.S. as elections near