Vietnam shares others’ concerns about nuclear safety, security in Ukraine: Ambassador
Ambassador Nguyen Trung Kien, Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), has said that Vietnam shares concerns of other countries about nuclear safety and security in Ukraine.
Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant in the city of Enerhodar, Ukraine shelled on March 4, 2022 (Photo: AFP/VNA)
Prague (VNA) – Ambassador Nguyen Trung Kien, Permanent Representativeof Vietnam to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), has said thatVietnam shares concerns of other countries aboutnuclear safety and security in Ukraine.
Addressing an emergency meeting of the IAEA Board ofGovernors, held on March 2-3, Ambassador Kien, as a member of the Board in the2021-2023 tenure, emphasised that IAEA has a function of building a framework and assistingcountries to ensure safety and security in the process of developing nucleartechnology for peaceful purposes, and is also tasked with implementing aninspection mechanism to ensure that countries' nuclear programmes are not formilitary purposes.
On that basis, Vietnam proposes relevant parties comply withtheir obligations under international law as well as strictly implementing theIAEA's standards and guidance on nuclear safety, security and inspection toavoid unfortunate incidents, he stated, affirming that the IAEA is anindependent international organisation in the field of nuclear technologydevelopment and application, so all its activities and decisions should bereviewed and approved on the basis of compliance with its functions and duties.
Speaking at the meeting, IAEA Director General RafaelMariano Grossi said that it is the first time a military conflict is happeningamidst the facilities of a large, established nuclear power programme, which inthis case also include the site of the 1986 accident at the Chornobyl NuclearPower Plant.
The safety and security of nuclear facilities, and nuclearand other radioactive material, in Ukraine must under no circumstances beendangered, he noted.
He called for restraint from all measures or actions thatcould jeopardise the security of nuclear and other radioactive material, andthe safe operation of any nuclear facilities in Ukraine, because any suchincident could have severe consequences, aggravating human suffering andcausing environmental harm.
The IAEA Board of Governors adopted a resolution, initiatedby Canada and Poland, calling for a halt to actions that could potentiallycause a nuclear accident and affect the IAEA’s inspection process./.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) and overseas representative agencies of Vietnam are exerting utmost efforts to protect and assist Vietnamese citizens in Ukraine to weather difficulties, an official has said.
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.
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.
Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant in the city of Enerhodar, Ukraine shelled on March 4, 2022 (Photo: AFP/VNA) 
