UN agencies’ UPR report contains unobjective contents: Deputy Spokesman
The report of the United Nations (UN) agencies in Vietnam under the 4th cycle of the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) mechanism contains many inaccurate and unverified contents, along with many assessments that are unobjective, unbalanced, and do not accurately and fully reflect the situation, efforts and achievements of Vietnam in protecting and promoting human rights, said Deputy Spokesman of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Doan Khac Viet.
Deputy Spokesman of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Doan Khac Viet (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) - The report of the United Nations (UN) agencies in Vietnamunder the 4th cycle of the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) mechanism containsmany inaccurate and unverified contents, along with many assessments that areunobjective, unbalanced, and do not accurately and fully reflect the situation,efforts and achievements of Vietnam in protecting and promoting human rights,said Deputy Spokesman of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Doan Khac Viet.
At theministry’s regular press conference in Hanoi on April 11, Viet expresseddisappointment at the report despite the UN agencies’ full presence in Vietnamand their long and comprehensive cooperation with various Vietnameseministries, agencies and localities.
According to the deputy spokesman, the process of building Vietnam's 4th cycleUPR National Report was carried out in a serious and comprehensive manner withthe full participation of relevant stakeholders and the UN agencies in Vietnam.
However,the report of the UN agencies was not built in a transparent manner and was notcommensurate with the goodwill of cooperation and the process of building theNational Report of Vietnam; completely failing to reflect the spirit andpractice of cooperation between Vietnam and the UN, as well as the cooperationpriorities that Vietnam and the UN development agencies have agreed upon.
Vietstressed that in the future, cooperation activities between Vietnam and the UNdevelopment agencies in the country need to be deployed in line with thefunctions and tasks of the relevant agencies as well as Vietnam's prioritisedneeds.
Alsoat the press conference, answering a reporter's query about Vietnam's stance onthe continuous military exercises in the East Sea by some countries in recenttimes, Viet said the East Sea is one of the most important waters in theregion, therefore maintaining peace, stability, security, maritime safety andfreedom of aviation and navigation in the East Sea in accordance withinternational law, including the 1982 UN Convention on the Law of the Sea(UNCLOS), is a common goal, interest and responsibility of all nations.
Vietnamrequests that activities of the relevant parties and countries comply withinternational law, especially the 1982 UNCLOS, and also positively contributeto fulfilling the above goals, he said./.
A conference was held in Hanoi on December 8 to update the implementation of Universal Periodic Review (UPR) third cycle recommendations in the fields of labour and society.
With the success in running for a seat at the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) for the 2023-2025 tenure, Vietnam’s efforts to ensure and promote human rights have been recognised globally by the international community.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA), in collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Vietnam, organised an international workshop on “Experience in reporting under the UPR mechanism.”
Vietnam has so far implemented 86.7% of Universal Periodic Review (UPR) third cycle recommendations, and 12.4% of recommendations have been partially completed, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Do Hung Viet said, while chairing the consultation workshop on the draft National Report of Vietnam for the 4th cycle UPR of the UN Human Rights Council in Hanoi on November 24.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh’s working trip conveyed an important message that aligns with the event's theme -the spirit of entrepreneurship for a new era- aiming to maximise international resources in service of national development.
The attendance of the Vietnamese delegation headed by PM Pham Minh Chinh at the 16th Annual Meeting of the New Champions of the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Tianjin carries importance significance, said a researcher on Vietnam.
Party General Secretary To Lam expressed his belief that Australian Ambassador Gillian Bird, with her extensive experience and deep understanding of the region, would make significant contributions to advancing the Vietnam–Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership while receiving the newly appointed diplomat in Hanoi on June 26.
Speaking to reporters on June 26, Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson Pham Thu Hang stated that Vietnam calls all parties involved to seriously comply with the agreement, creating conditions for peace, stability, and development in the region and the world.
The President also identified certain limitations in advisory work that require continued innovation and quality improvement to meet state leadership requirements.
The Law on Participation in United Nations (UN) Peacekeeping Operations establishes the fundamental principles, roles, functions, and operational framework for Vietnam’s engagement in the UN peacekeeping missions.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on June 26 visited the Memorial Hall of the first National Congress of the Communist Party of China (CPC) and Pudong district, a development model in the new era of Shanghai as well as China.
The resolution on tuition exemption and support in the national education system was approved with 440 out of 441 deputies present voting in favour. It takes effect from the date of its adoption and will be applied starting from the 2025–2026 academic year.
An official of HCM City attributed achievements of the two countries' relations to not only efforts by both countries' governments but also perservering support from people's organisations, businesses, and dedicated individuals.
The two sides committed to adopting breakthrough measures to broaden the scope of cooperation and further boost trade turnover in a more balanced and mutually beneficial manner, towards better responding to fluctuations in global trade and contributing to ensuring a stable and sustainable supply chain.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh proposed the city enhance exchanges with Vietnamese localities, particularly Ho Chi Minh City. He called for deeper, result-oriented cooperation in trade, investment, and strategic development — especially in sectors where Shanghai has strengths and Vietnam has demand, such as transport infrastructure, smart and green cities, and innovation.
President Luong Cuong appreciated the ambassadors' contributions to Vietnam's relations with their countries and called for continued efforts to help advance those ties.
PM Pham Minh Chinh called on the SSE and the Shanghai IFC to share their expertise with and provide technical support for relevant Vietnamese ministries and agencies during the process of building Vietnam’s own international financial centre.
According to the resolution, Nguyen Thi Thanh, a member of the Party Central Committee and Vice Chairwoman of the NA, was appointed Standing Vice President of the council and head of its personnel sub-committee.
PM Pham Minh Chinh has expressed his confidence that Asia has all the necessary foundations to continue rising, asserting its role as a pillar and driving force of the global economy.
In his closing speech at the 10th plenum of the Party Central Committee in September 2024, Party General Secretary Lam declared: “With the position and strength accumulated over 40 years of renewal, and with the unity of the entire Party, people, and army, alongside new opportunities under the sound Party leadership, we now possess the essential conditions to enter a new era."
Deputy Spokesman of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Doan Khac Viet (Photo: VNA) 
