Vietnam quite able to shoulder UNSC non-permanent membership
Vietnam quite able to shoulder UNSC non-permanent membership: diplomats
Many foreign diplomats have expressed their belief that Vietnam will be able to fulfil its responsibility well if it is elected as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) for 2020-2021.
A meeting of the United Nations Security Council in New York (Photo: Xinhua/VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Many foreign diplomats have expressedtheir belief that Vietnam will be able to fulfil its responsibility well if itis elected as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council(UNSC) for 2020-2021.
The 73rd session of the UN General Assembly willconduct a vote on five non-permanent members of the UNSC for 2020-2021 on June7. Vietnam is the only candidate representing Asia-Pacific countries.
As a strongly growing economy in ASEAN, Vietnamis playing an active and effective role in the region and the world, accordingto Indonesian Ambassador to Vietnam Ibnu Hadi.
He added that with its recent achievements, thecountry will continue making effective contributions to peace, stability andprosperous development around the globe.
As a regional neighbour and strategic partner ofVietnam, Indonesia appreciates the country’s candidacy for the seat, thediplomat said, adding that Vietnam is also a trustworthy nation working on thebasis of the international law. It has sent officers to UN peacekeepingmissions, and the country can contribute to many other fields when it joins thecouncil.
Voicing his support for Vietnam’s candidacy,Italian Ambassador Antonio Alessandro said the country has a big chance to beelected.
If elected, it will be able to make contributionsto international forums and play an active role in helping to end conflicts inthe world, fight terrorism and attain international peace and security, headded.
Meanwhile, Parliamentary Vice Minister forForeign Affairs of Japan Norikazu Suzuki said that if Vietnam is elected, itwill be the second time the country acts as a non-permanent member of the UNSC.
Like the first time serving in this post in 2008-2009,the country will prove itself as a responsible nation in maintaining globalpeace and stability. It will also be an important bridge linking ASEAN withother UN member states because the country will also hold the ASEAN Chair in2020, he said.
The official affirmed Japan wishes to coordinatemore closely with Vietnam at international forums and UN organisations, stressingthat it is ready to assist the Southeast Asian nation in carrying outactivities at the UNSC.-VNA
On the threshold of the election of five countries as non-permanent members of the United Nations Security Council slated for June 7, a Japanese high-ranking diplomat has expressed his belief that Vietnam will have a high chance to win the election.
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Vietnam is making meticulous preparations and sharing experience with countries, UN agencies and international research organisations to get ready for participation in the UN Security Council (UNSC) for the 2020-2021 term, Spokeswoman of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Le Thi Thu Hang has said.
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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.
A meeting of the United Nations Security Council in New York (Photo: Xinhua/VNA) 
