Vietnam attends global meeting on SAI's role, climate change action
A delegation from the State Audit Office of Vietnam (SAV) led by Auditor General Ngo Van Tuan attended the global meeting on the engagement of Supreme Audit Institutions (SAI) in assessing government actions related to climate change in New York on March 25-26.
At the meeting on the engagement of Supreme Audit Institutions (SAI) in assessing government actions related to climate change in New York. (Photo: VNA)
New York (VNA) – A delegation from the State AuditOffice of Vietnam (SAV) led by Auditor General Ngo Van Tuan attended the globalmeeting on the engagement of Supreme Audit Institutions (SAI) in assessing governmentactions related to climate change in New York on March 25-26.
At the meeting, which drew leaders of SAIs from 60countries, Tuan highlighted the efforts of the Vietnamese Government inbuilding and issuing policies and national strategies to effectively respond toclimate change and realise international commitments on reducing greenhouse gasemissions.
Vietnam is an active and responsible member of the InternationalOrganisation of Supreme Audit Institutions (INTOSAI) and the Asian Organisationof Supreme Audit Institutions (ASOSAI) Governing Board for the 2021-2024 period. In order to implement commitments stated in the Hanoi Declaration, over theyears, SAV has conducted environmental audits related to environmentalprotection and climate change response, hesaid.
Bruno Dantas, President of the Federal Court of Accounts ofBrazil, the Chair of the INTOSAI, emphasised that solving the problem ofclimate change is not only a common responsibility of countries but also of SAIs as these agencies hold an extremely important positionin promoting action by governments to cope with the phenomenon.
The ClimateScanner initiative under the Strategic Plan2023-2030 and Work Plan 2023-2025 of the INTOSAI Working Group on EnvironmentalAuditing (INTOSAI WGEA) is considered an ambitious project that can contributeto dealing with the climate crisis at both national and international levels,he held, noting that last year, the tool was developed by 17 SAIs.
However, the success of this project depends on thecooperation and participation of SAIs, said Dantas, expressing hishope that delegates will understand the tools and related aspects in detail aswell as the benefits that SAIs and states receive to be able to fully exploitthe potential of this project.
The two-day meeting focused on various issues, including existing initiatives of INTOSAI on climate change response, explorationof the ClimateScanner tool, and the global call for implementation of the ClimateScannerinitiative. On the first day, participants were guided to use ClimateScanner, atool enabling SAIs around the world to promote a global assessment ofgovernment actions related to climate change, in their country.
Auditor General Ngo Van Tuan at the meeting. (Photo: VNA)
The same day, Tuan and Ambassador Dang Hoang Giang, headof the Permanent Delegation of Vietnam to the United Nations, attended ameeting of the UN General Assembly to adopt a resolution of taking June 11every year as the International Day of Play, which was initiated by Vietnam andco-sponsored by 138 countries. The resolution was approved by consensus./.
Auditor General of the State Audit Office of Vietnam (SAV) Ngo Van Tuan met First President of the Cour des Comptes and French Supreme Audit Institution Pierre Moscovici in Paris on September 12, discussing measures to strengthen their cooperation in the audit.
Auditor General of the State Audit Office of Vietnam (SAV) Ngo Van Tuan held a working session with President of the Italian Court of Audit Paulo Carlino in Rome, Italy on September 21.
A delegation from the State Audit Office of Vietnam (SAV), led by Deputy Auditor General Nguyen Tuan Anh, attended the 59th meeting of the Governing Board of the Asian Organisation of Supreme Audit Institutions (ASOSAI) in Busan city, the Republic of Korea (RoK) from September 19-22.
The State Audit Office of Vietnam (SAV) handed over the E-office project to the State Audit Organisation of Laos on March 4, helping the Lao side modernise its operations.
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 launch of Thanh Nien (Young People) newspaper in 1925, even before the founding of the Communist Party of Vietnam, is considered a testament to President Ho Chi Minh’s strategic foresight and strong belief in the guiding power of the revolutionary media.
New Zealand is currently one of Vietnam’s most important partners in the region, marked by a high level of political trust, strong and reliable defence and security cooperation, and increasingly open economic, trade, and investment ties.
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.
The Chairman stressed the need for stricter fiscal discipline, faster digital transformation, and more efficient management of State budget revenues and expenditures.
The ministry has instructed Vietnamese representative agencies in Israel, Iran, as well as those in neighbouring countries, to closely monitor the situation and request local authorities to ensure absolute safety for Vietnamese citizens living, studying, and working in high-risk areas.
Senior Vietnamese leaders on June 19 sent letters of congratulations to New Zealand leaders on the occasion of the 50th founding anniversary of Vietnam – New Zealand diplomatic relations (June 19, 1975 – 2025).
The Party chief attributed the achievements in the first half to the continuous, direct, and comprehensive leadership of the Politburo and the Secretariat of the Party Central Committee, and the close and effective coordination of relevant ministries, sectors and localities.
General Nguyen Tan Cuong, Chief of the VPA’s General Staff and Deputy Minister of National Defence reaffirmed Vietnam’s unwavering gratitude for Cuba’s invaluable support during its struggle for independence and nation-building efforts, and pledged to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with Cuba as it navigates current challenges.
At the meeting on the engagement of Supreme Audit Institutions (SAI) in assessing government actions related to climate change in New York. (Photo: VNA) 
Auditor General Ngo Van Tuan at the meeting. (Photo: VNA) 
