At the UNSC open debate (Photo: VNA) He noted that inequalities and exclusion can driveor exacerbate the underlying root causes of conflicts.
“We all know that very few conflicts end simply withthe signing of a peace agreement,” he said, pointing out that damaged infrastructure,lack of essential services and few development opportunities can jeopardizepost-conflict recovery efforts.
It is thus essential to address the underlying rootcauses of conflict. The Council must continue to uphold the Charter and workwith other UN entities in accordance with their respectivemandates.
Ambassador Dang Dinh Quy, Vietnam's Permanent Representative to the United Nations (Photo: VNA)
Regional organisations play a complementary role inmaintaining international peace and security, he added, citing the role of theAssociation of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).
Meanwhile, the implementation of the 2030 Agenda forSustainable Development continues to be the utmost priority, and moreinnovative finance should be considered to support its implementation.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres said the COVID‑19 pandemic has amplified misery and inequalities,with 120 million more people being pushed into poverty, billions lackingsocial protection, health care and job protection to cope with the biggestrecession the world has seen since the Second World War.
Pointing out vaccine gap between countries, whichhas hindered recovery efforts, he said there is a need to invest in thedevelopment of all people, equally, and prioritise women in peace building,
Trust must be built through national institutionsthat include and represent all people, anchored in human rights and the rule oflaw, he said, calling for institutions resilient to corruption and abuse ofpower, and policies and laws specifically protecting vulnerable groups.
In all societies, especially those experiencingconflict, diversity of culture, religion and ethnicity should be viewed as apowerful benefit, rather than a threat, he said, adding “Without full inclusion and equality, peaceis a job half done.”/.
Meanwhile, the implementation of the 2030 Agenda forSustainable Development continues to be the utmost priority, and moreinnovative finance should be considered to support its implementation.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres said the COVID‑19 pandemic has amplified misery and inequalities,with 120 million more people being pushed into poverty, billions lackingsocial protection, health care and job protection to cope with the biggestrecession the world has seen since the Second World War.
Pointing out vaccine gap between countries, whichhas hindered recovery efforts, he said there is a need to invest in thedevelopment of all people, equally, and prioritise women in peace building,
Trust must be built through national institutionsthat include and represent all people, anchored in human rights and the rule oflaw, he said, calling for institutions resilient to corruption and abuse ofpower, and policies and laws specifically protecting vulnerable groups.
In all societies, especially those experiencingconflict, diversity of culture, religion and ethnicity should be viewed as apowerful benefit, rather than a threat, he said, adding “Without full inclusion and equality, peaceis a job half done.”/.
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