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Vietnam opens aspiration registration, ready to protect citizens in the Middle East

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The situation of Vietnamese people in the Middle East was informed by Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Pham Thu Hang at the regular press conference on the afternoon of March 19.

Ministry of Foreign Affairs speaks out about Chu Dang Khoa's arrest in South Africa for rhino horn smuggling

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According to the direction of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Vietnamese Embassy in South Africa is continuing to closely coordinate with South African functional agencies to handle the case.

Iran demands UAE compensation for supporting attacks

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Iran accused the UAE of supporting its attacks, demanded compensation for damages and emphasized responsibility under international law.

Russian oil pours into Southeast Asia, breaking record amidst Hormuz congestion

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Russian oil is pouring massively into Asia, with Southeast Asia being the largest destination in March, as the Strait of Hormuz is squeezing supply.

Thailand elects Mr. Anutin as 32nd Prime Minister

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On March 19, Mr. Anutin Charnvirakul was officially elected by the National Assembly as the 32nd Prime Minister of Thailand.

US intelligence reveals damage to Iranian nuclear facilities

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The head of the US Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) announced the damage to 3 Iranian nuclear facilities after many days of being sceptical by the US media.

Uncertain future of 500,000 dogs raised for meat in Korea

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About 500,000 dogs, which are raised for meat in the dog meat industry in Korea, are facing an uncertain future before the deadline in February 2027.

cocaine consumption explodes, illegal drug market reaches record level

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The United Nations report shows that production and consumption of cocaine - a drug - are skyrocketing, reaching an unprecedented level globally.

Mr. Trump talks about a commitment to end the Russia-Ukraine conflict within 24 hours

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President Donald Trump said the commitment to end the Russia-Ukraine conflict within 24 hours of taking office was just a "sms", admitting that this had many bottlenecks.

Hun Sen takes on new assignment amid tensions with Thailand

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Mr. Hun Sen will take on the role of Senior Logistics General, responsible for supervising and ensuring logistics for Cambodian forces stationed at the Thai border.

Prime Minister proposes 5 pioneers to build a rich and strong Asia

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Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh proposed "5 pioneers" to build a century of prosperity, prosperity and sustainable development in Asia.

Low pressure forecast to strengthen into storm Flossie this weekend

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Invest 95E is expected to strengthen into Typhoon Flossie, causing heavy rain this weekend.

NATO countries agree to increase defense spending to 5% of GDP by 2035

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NATO member states have agreed to increase defense spending to 5% of gross domestic product (GDP) per year by 2035.

The EU's biggest threat is not Russia

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Russia is not the biggest threat to the European Union (EU), according to Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban.

Mr. Trump declares when the US and Iran will resume nuclear negotiations

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President Trump said the US will begin nuclear talks with Iran next week to find a long-term solution.

Russia adjusts gas payment mechanism in rubles

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Russia extended the deadline for rubles for gas payments through banks other than Gazprombank until October 1.

Ukraine has difficulty accessing US patriot air defense systems

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President Donald Trump said the US needs a patriot system for itself but did not rule out the possibility of supplying Ukraine.

Investigation into Thai Prime Minister's call to Hun Sen begins

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The National Anti-Corruption Commission of Thailand confirmed the initial investigation into the Thai Prime Minister's phone call with Mr. Hun Sen.

Potential lifebuoy for Russian gas

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Russia is quietly preparing to explode in liquefied natural gas production, boosting domestic consumption amid reduced Russian gas exports.

Mr. Donald Trump talks about similarities in the US bombing of Iran's nuclear facility

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US President Donald Trump compared the airstrike on the Iranian nuclear facility to the act of ending the conflict with an nuclear bomb at the end of World War 2.