Moroccan Ambassador to Vietnam Azzeddine Farhane Asked about the outcomes of the fourth meeting of the Vietnam – Morocco Joint Committee and the fifth political consultation between the two foreign ministries in April in Hanoi, Ambassador Farhane said the two sides shared the same view on regional and global issues of shared concern, and on the settlement of regional disputes via dialogues and negotiations on the basis of respect for countries’ territorial integrity. According to her, both sides expressed the wish to lift political consultation to dialogue level to further discuss issues of mutual concern. On the basis of historical ties, geo-political similarities and economic potential, the two countries believed that they could connect Vietnam with Africa and Morocco with Asia. The ambassador stressed that Vietnam and Morocco adopted a detailed roadmap to reinforce bilateral ties across politics, economy and culture and optimising signed agreements, … [Read more...] about Moroccan ambassador highlights ties with Vietnam
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Raiders practice report: WR Bryant provides highlight catch
By Matt Kawahara Published 7:01 pm PDT, Saturday, July 28, 2018 From the Raiders’ second practice of training camp: LENGTH: 2 ½ hours. The Raiders practiced Saturday at Napa’s Memorial Stadium and opened it to the public. An estimated 6,000 fans attended and enjoyed some interaction with the team. Before stretch, Derek Carr and Rodney Hudson walked toward the bleachers on one side of the field motioning for noise while Bruce Irvin did the same on the other side. Later, quarterbacks threw several balls into the stands. INJURY REPORT: LT Donald Penn (foot), DT Eddie Vanderdoes (knee) and DT P.J. Hall (pectoral strain) remained sidelined while on PUP. Hall worked off to the side with a trainer. NOTABLE ABSENCE: CB Gareon Conley also did not practice. The Raiders did not give a reason and head coach Jon Gruden was not available to media afterward. Conley’s absence is bound to raise some questions given his injury-plagued rookie season. He also missed … [Read more...] about Raiders practice report: WR Bryant provides highlight catch
Shaqiri’s goal highlights Liverpool’s 4-1 win
Chronicle news services Published 5:10 pm PDT, Saturday, July 28, 2018 Two elite European soccer clubs packed ’em in again at Michigan Stadium, and Liverpool’s Xherdan Shaqiri gave the estimated 105,000 fans their money’s worth. Shaqiri scored on a spectacular bicycle kick in the 82nd minute, capping a three-goal second half for Liverpool in a 4-1 win Saturday over Manchester United an International Champions Cup match at Ann Arbor, Mich. Sadio Mane, Daniel Sturridge and Sheyi Ojo also scored for Liverpool. Andreas Pereira scored for Manchester United on a free kick in the first half. Shaqiri also set up the goal by Sturridge that put Liverpool ahead 2-1 in the 65th minute. The 105,000 attendance was about 4,000 less than the Manchester United-Real Madrid match at the the Big House in 2014. •In other International Champions Cup matches, substitute Alexandre Lacazette scored two goals, with captain Mesut Ozil — whose retirement from … [Read more...] about Shaqiri’s goal highlights Liverpool’s 4-1 win
Official highlights cooperation between Vietnam, Japan legislatures
Chinh, who is also a Politburo member and Chairman of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee’s Organisation Commission, welcomed the working visit by the delegation of Japanese lawmakers, considering it a practical activity in a series of exchanges in 2018, especially as the two countries mark 45 years in their diplomatic ties. He highly valued the sound cooperation between the two legislatures, noting that the relationship between the Vietnam-Japan Parliamentary Friendship Group and the Japan-Vietnam Parliamentary Friendship Alliance has been growing well. The Vietnamese National Assembly supports the extensive strategic partnership between the two countries which is developing strongly, comprehensively, and substantively. Additionally, the 45th founding anniversary of the diplomatic ties this year marks an important stage in bilateral relations with numerous achievements obtained in all fields, from politics, economy, and culture, to education and people-to-people … [Read more...] about Official highlights cooperation between Vietnam, Japan legislatures
Texas slayings highlight shortcomings in state parole system
David Warren, Associated Press Updated 3:01 pm CDT, Monday, July 23, 2018 Photo: AP Image 1of/1 CaptionClose Image 1 of 1 FILE - This Tuesday, July 17, 2018, photo provided by the Houston Police Department shows Jose Gilberto Rodriguez, a Texas felon accused in a criminal rampage that killed three people. Rodriguez has been arraigned on capital murder charges in a case that authorities say highlights cracks in the state's criminal justice system. Rodriguez was also denied bond during a hearing Monday, June 23, 2018, in Houston. Investigators say he'd cut off his ankle monitor several days before the first killing. (Houston Police Department via AP) less FILE - This Tuesday, July 17, 2018, photo provided by the Houston Police Department shows Jose Gilberto Rodriguez, a Texas felon accused in a criminal rampage that killed three people. Rodriguez has been ... more … [Read more...] about Texas slayings highlight shortcomings in state parole system