Beijing (VNA) – The 9 th ASEAN-China Prosecutors General Conference opened in China’s Nanning city, Guangxi province on November 25, under the theme of “ International Cooperation on Fugitive Repatriation and Asset Recovery”.
The Vietnamese delegation to the event was led by head of the Supreme People’s Procuracy Nguyen Hoa Binh.
Delegates at the conference emphasized the need to have the necessary legal framework and the commitment to intensify international cooperation in order to effectively repatriate fugitives and to remove the ill-gotten gains from the criminals.
Speaking at the event, the Vietnamese chief prosecutor hailed the importance of the conference, stressing the need for close cooperation between law enforcement agencies in the fight against crimes, especially transnational crime and cyber crime.
He also pointed out existing obstacles in the field, including the differences in legal and judicial systems among countries, difficulties in proving crime and checking origin of assets, and obstruction caused by different points of view and clashing interests.
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The sixth conference of ASEAN-China Prosecutors General, in Hanoi on Nov. 24-25, will focus on transnational crime, the Supreme People’s Procuracy of Vietnam (SPP) announced at a press briefing on Nov. 19.
Prosecutor General of the Supreme People’s Procuracy Nguyen Hoa Binh answered National Assembly deputies’ queries about human resources development, judicial reforms and the high number of suspended cases at the NA’s ongoing fifth session in Hanoi on June 14.
A delegation from the People’s Supreme Procuracy of Vietnam led by its head Nguyen Hoa Binh attended a working session with the Supreme Public Prosecutors’ Office of Japan on August 5 within the framework of its visit to the country.
Chief Judge of the Supreme People's Court of Vietnam Truong Hoa Binh and his Chinese counterpart Cao Jianming discussed measures to enhance procuracy ties in a pragmatic and effective manner.
The World Bank will provide a 2.1 billion USD financing package for Indonesia, focusing oncreating jobs, stimulating economic growth, and enhancing access to clean energy across the country.
Member states also reviewed progress on six priority areas for 2025, including the development of an underground cable framework, the follow-up agreement to the ASEAN Petroleum Security Agreement (APSA), the launch of the ASEAN Energy Efficiency Database, and the rollout of an investment platform for sustainable building initiatives.
In March, Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra met with Formula 1 chief Stefano Domenicali and said Thailand would commission a feasibility study into hosting a Grand Prix on a Bangkok street circuit from 2028.
The proposed giant sea wall aligns with bilateral cooperation and has been designated a national priority, considering that several regions in Indonesia are experiencing land subsidence of 10–15 centimetres per year.
International flights were cancelled including Jetstar and Virgin Australia flights to cities across Australia, and flights of Air India, Air New Zealand, Singapore's TigerAir and China's Juneyao Airlines.
The partnership aims to strengthen collaboration in the exploration and exploitation of mineral resources, including gold, copper, and manganese, as well as in the development of steel, aluminum, and renewable energy industries.
The Thai cabinet has approved a seven-year EV bus leasing scheme proposed by the Bangkok Mass Transit Authority (BMTA) for the capital, with an estimated cost of 15.35 billion THB (over 470 million USD).
Aircraft are prohibited from flying below 6,000 metres in the vicinity of the volcano, and should also remain alert to the presence of volcanic ash, which can disrupt flights.
Laos declared the transfer of the press management functions of five key media agencies and associated personnel to the Propaganda and Training Board of the Lao People's Revolutionary Party Central Committee.
Univers said in a statement that the new centre will serve as a hub for innovation, bringing together digital intelligence and climate ambition to accelerate Sarawak's transition toward a low-carbon, tech-enabled economy.
The target is to be completely free from plastic waste within two years. This can only be achieved if all parties implement the initiative with strong discipline.
Indonesia is taking new steps to improve protections for fishery workers, amid concerns over low wages, harsh working conditions, and limited access to social welfare.
The 2025 ASEAN- the Republic of Korea (RoK) Connectivity Forum that opened in Jakarta on June 17 reaffirmed a shared commitment to shaping a connected, resilient future by advancing the ASEAN Connectivity Strategic Plan.
The desk will serve as a service centre providing market intelligence, business licensing guidance, facilitating business cooperation, identifying potential investment projects, and harmonising regulatory policies between the two parties.
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim noted that the Asia-Pacific region accounted for half of global energy consumption and 60% of greenhouse gas emissions in 2024. Despite this, regional countries, including eight of ten ASEAN member states, remain committed to climate goals, including net-zero emissions and tripling global renewable capacity by 2030.
The new halal cooperation arrangement will streamline halal certification and product assurance processes, making it easier for New Zealand exporters to access the Indonesian market.
Delegates at the event (Photo:VNA)
