Vietnam attends UN Human Right Council’s 34th session
Vietnam made active contributions to the United Nations Human Rights Council’s 34th session in Geneva, Switzerland, on March 23-24, which adopted 42 resolutions and decisions.
Ambassador Duong Chi Dung (C) speaks at a session of the the United Nations Human Rights Council (Source: VNA)
Geneva (VNA) – Vietnammade active contributions to the United Nations Human Rights Council’s 34thsession in Geneva, Switzerland, on March 23-24, which adopted 42 resolutions anddecisions.
In his speech at the session, Ambassador Duong Chi Dung,Head of Vietnam's permanent delegation to the UN, the World Trade Organisationand other international organisations in Geneva, stressed that the Councilneeds to exert efforts to promote dialogues and cooperation, and seek proper measuresto solve existing differences.
The Vietnamese delegation proactively joined the discussion of resolutions anddecisions of the session in the spirit of promoting protection and expansion of the people’s enjoyment of rights, respecting the UN Charter,international law as well as economic and cultural specificitiesand traditions of countries and regions.
The meeting approved 26 draft resolutions anddecisions, relating to attention of the international community such as rightsof labour, culture and cultural diversity, international cooperation on humanright, rights of children, and personal rights in digital era among others.
The council’s members also agreed on 15 other draft resolutions, includingthose on economic-cultural-social and labour rights, and right to food, and situationsin Syria and Iran and occupied Palestinian territories, and terrorism.
The 35th session of the council is slated for June 6-23 in Geneva.-VNA
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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.
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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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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.
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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.
Ambassador Duong Chi Dung (C) speaks at a session of the the United Nations Human Rights Council (Source: VNA) 
