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Vietnam is to raise its exports of agricultural products by $1bn this year, despite calling time on a trend of rising rice shipments.

Lee Hsien Loong's visit is to foster cooperative economic relations with Vietnam.

Top Asia officials will gather in the Philippines to discuss the lessons of the global economic crisis, and policy responses.

Following the lead of HCM City, Hanoi began officially receiving unemployment forms to provide insurance solutions for workers on January 6.

Dubai added yet another feat to its repertoire of skyscrapers launching a 72-floor tower structure declared the world's tallest hotel.

Natalie Tjahja has one simple aim: "When I give happiness to the children, when I see the smile, it's just so beautiful."

Vietnam attaches great importance to developing relations with traditional friends, including Mongolia, said Party General Secretary Nong Duc Manh.

“Avatar” movie has opened to rave reviews and Megastar Cineplex believes it could rake in US$1 million in Vietnam by the middle of the month.

Ministries and localities should make full use of all chances to complete socio-economic development goals in 2010.

Luong Hoai Nam was immediately taken into custody upon his arrival at Noi Bai Airport.

Vietnam's Petrolimex has sealed a one-year term purchase deal of fuel oil with Russian major LUKOIL.

Cambodia hosted a friendly boat race with Vietnam and Thailand in its Koh Kong Province.

“Our fast-growing economy enables us to improve our military with more advanced weapons,” said PM Nguyen Tan Dung.

Vietnam strives to achieve the national goal of primary education universalisation for children in all provinces and cities by 2015.

A forum on ASEAN-China Free Trade Area (ACFTA) was held in Nanning city, Guangxi province, China on January 7.

Film screening and discussion with director will highlight Vietnamese history and viewpoints to the U.S, professors say.

Vietnam has invited President Barack Obama to visit the Southeast Asian country later this year for a regional summit.

A group of poets and artists in Duy Xuyen district, Quang Nam, are making a collection of 1,000 calligraphic poems printed on 1,000 metres of silk.

A two-month comprehensive check on road transport vehicles to ensure traffic safety and order for the upcoming Tet holiday was launched on January 1.