Vietnam always respects, ensures human rights: Russian expert
Vietnam always recognises basic principles and standards of human rights, and stands ready to perfect this through the implementation of reasonable international recommendations, a Russian expert has said.
The article on The Independent, a Russian prestigious international news and political analysis site (Photo: VNA)
Moscow (VNA) – Vietnam always recognises basic principles and standards of human rights, and stands ready to perfect this through the implementation of reasonable international recommendations, a Russian expert has said.
Grigory Trofimchuk said in his May 30 article published on The Independent, a Russian prestigious international news and political analysis site, that the religious life is completely open to people in Vietnam, elaborating that up to 95% of its population practice a belief or religion.
The country is home to 43 religious organisations belonging to 16 religions, with over 26.5 million followers, accounting for 27% of the population; more than 54,000 dignitaries; over 135,000 assistants; and nearly 30,000 places of worship, he noted.
Many types of beliefs, and worship relic sites and objects have been recognised as world heritage by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO), the author said.
Regarding the right to freedom of movement and residence, the expert said the fact that millions of people from all over the world visit the Southeast Asian nation each year is the clearest evidence for this freedom.
Foreigners can come to Vietnam for work or a vacation without any discrimination, of course on the basis of compliance with local law, he said, elaborating adjustments to the Law on Exit and Entry of Vietnamese Citizens and the Law on Entry, Exit, Transit, and Residence of Foreigners in Vietnam in 2023, with many new points more convenient for citizens and foreigners.
Over 90 international treaties signed, along with international agreements on visa exemption for Vietnamese citizens with other countries and territories, border agreements with neighbouring countries, have facilitated the travelling, he continued.
Trofimchuk stressed the diversity of the media landscape in Vietnam, with one national news agency and 72 radio and television agencies, which, he said, proves the rights to freedom of speech, press and information in the country.
Vietnamese leaders are aware that the enhancement of Vietnam's prestige and position in the region and the world, including economic indicators, is inseparable from improving people's lives☂, the expert concluded./.
The cause of reproductive health care and health care for mothers and children - who are vulnerable but play a decisive role in the country's future development - has gained many important achievements, which have been recognised and acknowledged by the international community. This is important evidence of efforts to ensure and promote human rights in Vietnam.
A Vietnamese delegation led by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Do Hung Viet attended a dialogue on Vietnam's national report under the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC)’s fourth cycle of the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) mechanism in Geneva on May 7.
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Do Hung Viet will lead a Vietnamese delegation to a dialogue on Vietnam's national report on human rights protection and promotion under the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC)’s fourth cycle of the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) mechanism on May 7.
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).
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The Vietnamese Embassy in Israel is closely coordinating with relevant local agencies to stay informed and provide the utmost support possible for Vietnamese nationals.
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Party General Secretary To Lam stressed that the Central Public Security Party Committee must be fully aware of the extremely important role of the People's Public Security force in the country's new revolutionary phase, so as to guide each branch and level of the force as the nation undergoes transformation.
Addressing concerns over university education spending, Son explained that as public universities gain greater autonomy, the Ministry of Finance has scaled back recurrent state funding. “Over the past decade, as autonomy has increased, the State's support has steadily declined”, he noted
Lao Minister of Foreign Affairs Thongsavanh Phomvihane affirmed that the presence of Vietnamese press offices in Laos vividly demonstrates the great friendship, special solidarity, and comprehensive cooperation between the two nations, as the press is not only a means of communication but also an important bridge for spreading consciousness about the history, values, and strategic depth of the Laos – Vietnam relationship to the people of both countries and the international community.
The country is willing to participate in collective efforts to promote cooperation and mobilise resources to advance the current priority issues of developing countries, such as trade, investment, infrastructure connectivity, making the most of scientific and technological advances for development, and people-to-people exchanges, Hang said.
During the negotiations, the US highly evaluated Vietnam’s goodwill and efforts, affirmed its appreciation for the bilateral relationship, acknowledged Vietnam’s proposals and concerns, and considered these an important basis for continuing discussions and moving towards a final agreement.
