Vietnam contributes to UN Human Rights Council with meaningful messages: official
Vietnam’s activities within the framework of the ongoing 50th session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) will help the country mobilise international support for its candidacy for the council’s membership for the 2023-2025 term, Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs Do Hung Viet has said.
Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs Do Hung Viet (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Vietnam’s activities withinthe framework of the ongoing 50th session of the United NationsHuman Rights Council (UNHRC) will help the country mobilise international supportfor its candidacy for the council’s membership for the 2023-2025 term, AssistantMinister of Foreign Affairs Do Hung Viet has said.
Viet, who led the Vietnamese delegation to theevent, told the Vietnam News Agency (VNA)'s resident correspondent in Geneva, Switzerland, that the country has engaged inspecific initiatives, especially those on climate change and the right to food,and issues regarding gender equality.
Vietnam’s advocacy to dialogue and cooperation hasdrawn the attention of other countries, he said, adding that Vietnam shared itsexperience in climate change response, COVID-19 combat and post-pandemicrecovery to ensure social welfare and rights of its citizens in health care,economy, social affairs and education.
The country promotes women’s role in families, willcontinue to prioritise commitments to gender equality and women’s empowerment,and stands ready to cooperate with countries in this regard, he affirmed.
Mentioning a photo exhibition on ethnic groups andreligions in Vietnam on the sidelines of the session, Viet stressed that thephotos capture the harmonious life of 54 Vietnamese ethnic groups, as well astheir freedom of belief and religion.
Visitors at the exhibition (Photo: VNA)
The exhibition sent a message that Vietnam nowopens its door to international friends and tourists after a hiatus due to the CVOID-19 pandemic, he added.
According to Viet, Vietnam’s speeches and messagesat the council aimed to promote mutual understanding and respect, enhancedialogue and cooperation, and promote efforts to ensure human rights for all.
Within the framework of the session, the Vietnamesedelegation met with the UNHRC President and Vice President, the UN High Commissionerfor Human Rights and the Director General of the UN Office in Geneva, and manyambassadors and representatives of countries in Geneva.
At these meetings, the foreign countries andinternational organisations lauded Vietnam’s achievements over the past time,especially its efforts in dealing with difficulties and challenges induced byCOVID-19 to better ensure human rights.
They shared the view that the harmony between the 54ethnic groups and religious communities has helped Vietnam reap such socio-economicachievements, and expressed their belief that once elected as a UNHRC member,Vietnam will raise its voice to constructively and responsibly contribute tothe council’s activities, as well as international efforts in protecting andpromoting human rights, Viet said./.
As a candidate for the membership of the UN Human Rights Council (HRC) for 2023 - 2025, Vietnam will continue prioritising the commitments to promote gender equality and women empowerment, an official has said.
Vietnam took part in several activities held at the UN headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland, on June 28 to share its efforts, achievements and commitment to human rights in responding to climate change, preserving national identity, and ensuring the freedom of religion and belief.
It is necessary for the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) to have members that have shown and are ready to act as a bridge for cooperation and dialogue like Vietnam, especially in the context of complicated developments in the world, and differences between countries and groups of nations, said President of the UNHRC Federico Villegas.
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.
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.
Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs Do Hung Viet (Photo: VNA) 
Visitors at the exhibition (Photo: VNA) 
