Vietnam attends UN Human Rights Council’s 41st session
Women’s rights and climate change were the focus of a discussion within the framework of the 41st session of the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva, Switzerland on June 28.
Ambassador Duong Tri Dung, head of the Vietnamese permanent mission in Geneva (the third from the left ) (Source: VNA)
Geneva (VNA) – Women’s rights and climate change were the focus of adiscussion within the framework of the 41st session of the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva, Switzerland on June 28.
The discussion, carried out on the basis of the implementation of Resolution No. 38/4 on 'Human Rights and Climate Change', waschaired by Vietnam, along with the Philippines and Bangladesh.
Addressing the event, Ambassador Duong Tri Dung, head of the Vietnamesepermanent mission in Geneva, stressed that over 70 percent of theVietnamese population, including women and girls, are suffering from impactscaused by natural disasters and extreme weather phenomena.
In implementing the national strategy on responding to climate change, Vietnam has included measures to enhance women'sresilience to climate change and their involvement in policy making on climatechange adaptation.
Vietnam has also encouraged the participation of non-governmentaland international organisations, and UN agencies in increasing the ability ofwomen in adapting to climate change, Dung said.
He underlined the importance of abiding by commitments of the UN Framework Convention and the Paris Agreement on climatechange, affirming that Vietnam stand ready to promote international cooperationin the field.
The session also heard reports from representatives of many countries andinternational and non-governmental organisations.
Speakers called to promote the leadership role in building global policies onclimate change adaptation, and increase the access to food, health, cleanwater, housing, and education for women and girl, especially in developingcountries.
Participants also shared experience and goodpractices in enhancing the role of women in coping with climate change.
At the event, President of the Marshall Islands Hilda Heine thanked Vietnam,the Philippines and Bangladesh for their efforts in promoting women’s rights,while former President of Ireland Mary Robinson highly valued Resolution 38/4and the organization of the discussion on the theme.
The 41st session of the UN Human RightsCouncil is taking place fromJune 24 - July 12. Within the framework of the event, Vietnam will attend asession to pass outcomes of the third universal periodic review cycle, and coordinatewith member countries of the Climate Change Core Group to build a draft resolution on impacts ofclimate change on the enjoyment of the rights of people with disabilities. -VNA
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.
The Ministry of Labour, Invalids, and Social Affairs (MoLISA) held a conference in Hanoi on November 9 to discuss progress in human rights work during 2018 and the implementation of relevant recommendations in line with the second cycle of the Universal Periodic Review (UPR).
Vietnam has reported its outstanding achievements in guaranteeing human rights in its third-cycle Universal Periodic Review (UPR), said Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Le Thi Thu Hang
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 Tri Dung, head of the Vietnamese permanent mission in Geneva (the third from the left ) (Source: VNA) 
