Vietnam actively contributes to UNHRC’s 39th session
Vietnamese Ambassador Duong Chi Dung stressed the need for the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) to continue fostering constructive cooperation and dialogue when attending the UNHRC’s 39th session which closed in Geneva on September 28.
Geneva (VNA) – Vietnamese Ambassador Duong Chi Dung stressed theneed for the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) to continue fosteringconstructive cooperation and dialogue when attending the UNHRC’s 39th session which closed in Geneva on September 28.
Dung, who is head of the VietnamPermanent Mission to the UN, the World Trade Organisation and otherinternational organisations in Geneva, participated in various discussionsessions on different matters.
At the 39th session,which opened on September 10, the UNHRC discussed common issues related togender equality, rights of women, children, and people with disabilities, cleanwater and hygiene, the rights to development, and discrimination prevention.
Participants looked into thehuman rights situation in several nations such as Myanmar, Venezuela, Syria,South Sudan and Burundi, while exchanging views on measures to intensifytechnical assistance in ensuring and promoting human rights in Sudan, Yemen,Congo, Central Africa and Somalia.
A total of 24 resolutions wereadopted at the session, of which 14 passed by consensus and the remaining bymajority votes.
The Vietnamese delegation hadcontributed ideas to building many draft resolutions and co-sponsored theresolution on boosting technical cooperation and building capacity in the fieldof human rights.
The delegation also showed apositive and responsible attitude towards the UNHRC’s common works on thespirit of dialogue and cooperation.
The next session of the councilis scheduled to take place in March 2019 in Geneva.-VNA
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The Vietnamese delegation has actively contributed to the discussions at the 38th session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC), which wrapped up on July 7 in Geneva, Switzerland after three weeks of sitting.
The 15th round of the annual dialogue on human rights between Vietnam and Australia took place in Hanoi on August 28 in the spirit of frankness, constructiveness and mutual respect.
The 39th session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) opened in Geneva, Switzerland, on September 10, attended by representatives of 47 member countries, more than 100 observer states and international and non-governmental organisations.
Head of the Permanent Delegation of Vietnam to the United Nations, Ambassador Dang Dinh Quy has highlighted the country’s contributions to the global organization over the past four decades, ahead a visit by Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc to New York for the high-level General Debate of the 73rd session of the UN General Assembly (UNGA 73).
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.
Ambassador Duong Chi Dung (Source: VNA) 
