Socialism plus markets: Vietnam’s chosen path
Three decades ago, Vietnam embarked on what it calls a "renewal" process that brought rapid development after years of war, famine, and poverty.
Vietnam making inroads with Doi Moi and tourism
The Vietnamese government is moving forward under Doi Moi with a set of free-market reforms with a socialist orientation.
Tensions remain high in the South China Sea
Vietnam is moving forward in resolving the dispute using its principle of "Peace and Cooperation," but the U.S. is holding naval exercises in the region.
Brazil Chamber of Deputies votes to impeach Rousseff, but struggle isn’t over
The much anticipated vote on the impeachment of Rousseff took place in a raucous atmosphere of shouting, pushing and posturing.
Venezuela’s socialist government, besieged, finds worldwide support
They are dealing with inflation, difficulties in importing goods, falling oil prices, and worsening economic recession.
Vietnam cares for its veterans
Vietnam spends 25 percent of its national budget providing pensions and social services to the nine million people who are veterans or related to them.
Vietnam places a high value on education
Today, primary education is compulsory and tuition "free," and according to statistics, the national literacy rate in Vietnam has reached 97.3 percent for those aged 15-50.
Colombian prisoner David Ravelo speaks to North Americans
Prisoner David Ravelo presented two reports that offer a local and intensely personal perspective on struggle in Colombia for rights and survival.
French right-wing party in hot water over Panama Papers
We now know that two "allies" of Front National's leader Marine Le Pen, have been named in the Panama Papers.
Left shut out in Peru presidential runoff; only right-wing candidates remain
The April vote was held under conditions of instability and confusion.
