Vietnam backs use of nuclear technology for peaceful purposes
Vietnam always supports the use of nuclear technology for peaceful purposes, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Ha Kim Ngoc told a panel discussion themed “Nonproliferation, Nuclear Energy, and Climate Change” chaired by US Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm in New York on August 2.
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Ha Kim Ngoc attends the 10th NPT Review Conference. (Photo: VNA)
New York (VNA) - Vietnam always supports the use of nuclear technologyfor peaceful purposes, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Ha Kim Ngoc told a panel discussion themed “Nonproliferation, Nuclear Energy, and Climate Change”chaired by US Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm in New York on August 2.
The discussion was a side event of the Tenth Review Conference of theParties to the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT).
Ngoc reaffirmed Vietnam's commitments at the 26th UnitedNations Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP 26), especially the goal of achievingnet zero emissions by 2050.
He appreciated potential and benefits of nuclear power, butsaid that the development of nuclear power needs to ensure internationalstandards on nuclear security and safety and compliance with regulations onnuclear inspections.
The official also affirmed that Vietnam hasseriously and fully fulfilled its national obligations to the InternationalAtomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and pledged to continue supporting the agency’scentral role in the use of nuclear technology for peaceful purposes.
On the same day, Ngoc met and workedwith UN Assistant Secretary-General for Strategic Coordination Volker Turk,and heads of delegations from the UK, Kyrgyzstan, Norway, Romania, Slovenia andAustralia to discuss bilateral issues, as well as international and regionalsituations, and priorities to be promoted at this Review Conference andcooperation at multilateral forums, especially at the United Nations.
Ngoc affirmed Vietnam's consistent policy in promoting the balanceof the three pillars of the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons,saying that countries should continue to accelerate the process of completeelimination of nuclear weapons.
He emphasised the right of nations to use nuclear energy forpeaceful purposes, as well as the important role of international law and theUN Charter in Vietnam's foreign policy.
Vietnam is always ready to cooperate and have open dialoguewith other countries at international forums, especially the UN, and hopes thatthey will support its candidacy for the UN Human Rights Council in the 2023-2025term, he added./.
A ceremony to receive financial contributions for the second phase of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)’s Renovation of the Nuclear Applications Laboratories (ReNuAL 2) was held in Seibersdorf, Austria on November 25.
The Vietnamese mission to international organisations and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) on March 10 signed a Country Programme Framework (CPF) for cooperation with the agency on the sidelines of the meeting of the IAEA Board of Governors to define cooperation contents between the two sides in the 2022-2027 period.
Vietnamese officials affirmed the country’s consistent efforts to guarantee nuclear safety and security and to apply atomic energy in service of sustainable development during a recent meeting with representatives of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
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.
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.
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Ha Kim Ngoc attends the 10th NPT Review Conference. (Photo: VNA) 
