FM stresses importance of multilateral diplomacy in nation’s new development stage
Vietnam's successes and imprints at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) as its non-permanent member in the 2020-2021 term have contributed to affirming that the Party and State's policy of upholding multilateral diplomacy is absolutely sound, thus strengthening the foundation for the country to continue pushing forward the implementation of this policy in the new period, Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son has said.
The press conference held on April 1, 2021 to inform about the month Vietnam served as President of the UN Security Council (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) - Vietnam's successes and imprints at the UnitedNations Security Council (UNSC) as its non-permanent member in the 2020-2021term have contributed to affirming that the Party and State's policy ofupholding multilateral diplomacy is absolutely sound, thus strengthening thefoundation for the country to continue pushing forward the implementation of thispolicy in the new period, Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son has said.
According to Son, through the success of the tenure as anon-permanent member of the UNSC and other important foreign affairsachievements, the Vietnamese people increasingly trust in the sound foreignpolicy of the Party and State, and the international community expects Vietnam to continue making more important contributions tosolving global and regional problems.
After three years of implementing the 12th-tenureParty Central Committee Secretariat’s Directive 25 on promoting and enhancingmultilateral diplomacy by 2030 – the Party’s first document on this issue, the workhas been deployed strongly and synchronously and seen many importantmilestones. Notably, Vietnam has fulfilled many important internationalresponsibilities such as its roles as a non-permanent member of the UNSC in the2020-2021 tenure, the ASEAN Chair in 2020, as well as the successful organisationof many major international conferences such as the World Economic Forum -ASEAN Summit in 2018 and the US-Democratic People’s Republic of Korea Summit in2019.
Representatives of Vietnam and other UNSC members attend a discussion on the Yemen situation in May 2021 (Photo: VNA)
In addition, Vietnam has been elected with a high number ofvotes to various prestigious organisations and agencies of the UN such as theInternational Law Commission, the Board of Governors of the InternationalAtomic Energy Agency, the UNESCO Executive Board, the Postal Operations Councilof the Universal Postal Union.
The outstanding results have contributed to the overallachievements of Vietnam's foreign policy after 35 years of Doi Moi (Renewal),contributing to raising the international position and prestige that Vietnamhas never had before, thus helping inspire national pride, and expand theinternational community's support for the country's renewal cause.
The diplomat affirmed that, along with other important foreign affairsactivities, assuming the role of a non-permanent member of the UNSC hascontributed to consolidating a stable and favourable external situation for thenation building and safeguarding cause, expanding and deepening relations withmany important partners, especially UNSC member states. Vietnam has also asserted itsposition and prestige as a faithful friend, a reliable partner, and an active andresponsible member of the international community, and has received the consensusand support of all members of the UNSC and international friends.
Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son (Photo: VNA)
Through the two-year term, Vietnam can learn from numerousvaluable lessons. The first is the sound settlement of the relationship between independence,self-reliance and international solidarity and cooperation; between nationalinterests and international obligations and responsibilities on the basis of fundamental principles of the UN Charter and international law. The second is thepromotion of the nation's tradition of diplomacyand President Ho Chi Minh's diplomatic ideology. The third lesson is skillfulcombination between position and power, between multilateral and bilateraldiplomacy, and between political, economic and cultural diplomacy. And thefourth is the importance of training competent diplomats, FM Son added./.
In 2021, Vietnam has continued acting as an active and responsible member of the international community as seen in its performance in many multilateral cooperation mechanisms.
Joining hands with the international community today is a new Vietnam that is confident and willing to shoulder international responsibilities for peace and sustainable development, President Nguyen Xuan Phuc said in a message on the occasion of Vietnam’s successful completion of its tenure as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) in 2020-2021.
“Vietnam has achieved all set targets with some aspects succeeding beyond expectation”, stated Ambassador Dang Dinh Quy, Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the UN, during an interview granted to Vietnam News Agency on the occasion of Vietnam’s completion of its term as a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council (UNSC) in 2020-2021.
President Nguyen Xuan Phuc has delivered a message following Vietnam’s fulfillment of its term as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC)
Vietnam has completed all the goals set out in the 2020-2021 term with the cooperation of colleagues from other member countries of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the United Nations Ambassador Dang Dinh Quy has said.
Stronger efforts and determination are required to achieve and surpass the set targets, especially in the eradication of makeshift and dilapidated houses nationwide, the acceleration of public investment disbursement, and the implementation of nationally important transport projects, PM Pham Minh Chinh noted.
The trip will be made at the invitations of Chinese Premier Li Qiang and WEF President and CEO Børge Brende, according to an announcement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Long spoke highly of the dynamic, positive, and comprehensive development of Vietnam – Russia relations in recent years. He affirmed that the Vietnamese Party and State place great importance on further strengthening the comprehensive strategic partnership with Russia in a substantive and effective manner, in line with the development needs of both nations.
At the conference, participants reported that the Government has so far issued 28 decrees on the delegation of responsibilities and powers between the central Government and two-tier local administrations. Several localities have already piloted the new governance model.
Reality is the ultimate benchmark for success, he said, urging drafting agencies to work out policies that foster development, reduce bureaucratic hurdles, and respect practical conditions.
Under the official dispatch signed on June 20, ministers, heads of ministerial-level agencies, and chairpersons of provincial and municipal People’s Committees are requested to concentrate efforts on implementing core measures to ensure the smooth operations of the new administrative framework.
The Party chief underscored the need for the press to innovate relentlessly, evolve to keep pace with the country's development, transform into a truly professional, humanistic, and modern sector that serves the cause of the Party, the State, and the people on the path to national construction and development.
The UN Secretary-General praised Vietnam’s remarkable achievements in socio-economic development and international integration in recent years, noting that the country has emerged as a model in implementing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), promoting international peace and security, and engaging in key UN processes.
Nghia affirmed that this is a milestone of special significance, affirming and honouring the the Vietnamese revolutionary press’s glorious tradition of 100 years of serving the revolutionary cause of the Party, serving the Fatherland, and serving the people.
The Party and State of Vietnam always attach great importance to and give top priority to the development of Vietnam–China relations. Vietnam is ready to work with the Chinese Party and State to further deepen the Comprehensive Strategic Cooperative Partnership and promote the building of the Vietnam-China community with a shared future that carries strategic significance.
Under the leadership of President Ho Chi Minh and the CPV, President Cuong said, the press has been a steadfast force on the ideological and cultural front, rallying the masses to pursue national aspirations.
NA Chairman Tran Thanh Man stressed the need to accelerate the application of artificial intelligence and smart teaching equipment, innovate teaching and assessment methods, and further improve the quality of formal education.
He also pledged that the NA will promote its ongoing supervision, making sure that every promise must lead to results, and every commitment must bring about real changes.
Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hong Dien welcomed the proposals put forward by the US side and reiterated Vietnam’s request for consideration of key areas of interest, including reciprocal tariff policies and access for Vietnamese key export products to the US market.
Deputy PM Le Thanh Long proposed countries promote shared values, including building trust, sincerity, and solidarity among nations and peoples; fostering cooperation spirit and responsible behaviour as well as upholding international law and the UN Charter; and placing people at the centre and as the goal, the key player, and the driving force of all policies.
The show, together with a grand parade to be held silmutaneously at Ba Dinh Square in Hanoi, will celebrate the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution, the National Day, and the General Staff of the Vietnam People’s Army (VPA).
In particular, in April 2023, the two sides successfully carried out a joint operation that dismantled a major organised, transnational drug trafficking ring involving both Vietnamese and Cambodian suspects.
The Vietnamese Embassy in Israel is closely coordinating with relevant local agencies to stay informed and provide the utmost support possible for Vietnamese nationals.
The press conference held on April 1, 2021 to inform about the month Vietnam served as President of the UN Security Council (Photo: VNA) 
Representatives of Vietnam and other UNSC members attend a discussion on the Yemen situation in May 2021 (Photo: VNA) 
Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son (Photo: VNA) 
