Vietnam calls for closer UN-EU cooperation in settling global challenges
Ambassador Dang Dinh Quy, Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the United Nations (UN), has called for closer cooperation between the UN and the European Union (EU) on various issues, including mediation, confidence-building and the promotion of multilateralism.
Ambassador Dang Dinh Quy, Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the United Nations (Photo: VNA).
New York (VNA) - Ambassador Dang Dinh Quy, Permanent Representative of Vietnam tothe United Nations (UN), has called for closer cooperation between the UN and theEuropean Union (EU) on various issues, including mediation, confidence-building andthe promotion of multilateralism.
Addressing the UN Security Council's meeting on UN-EUcooperation on June 10, Quy said that the strategic cooperation between the twosides has advanced in areas such as peace and security, sustainable developmentand economic growth.
The EU’s significant financial and personnel contributionsto peacekeeping remain vital, he said.
According to the diplomat, no country can solve today’s complex challengeson its own, and it is necessary to seek solutions through multilateralism andpartnerships, in which the UN plays a central role in coordinating internationalefforts, with important support of regional organisations.
He reiterated Vietnam’s successful organisation of a high-level open debate on cooperation between the UN and regional organisations inenhancing confidence-building and dialogue in conflict prevention andresolution in April.
The Vietnamese representative also informed participants ofthe constructive role of ASEAN in promoting peace, stability and development,and affirmed Vietnam’s commitment to fostering fine relations between ASEANand the UN and the EU.
Josep Borrell, EU High Representative forForeign Affairs and Security Policy and Vice President of the European Commission (EC), emphasised the EU’s commitmentto the UN's activities and to rules-based multilateralism.
Focusing on the COVID-19 pandemic, he said that widerlessons must be drawn about the ways in which the health and security of peopleand planet are connected.
The EU, a staunch supporter of vaccine multilateralismand the COVAX facility, plans to donate at least 100 million doses to low- andmiddle-income countries before the end of 2021, he stated, adding that allplayers must lift export restrictions on vaccines and their components.
He suggested the UN Security Council adopt a resolution onthe link between climate change and security and take decisions to support andprotect people living in conflict situations.
Other participants showed support for collaboration betweenthe UN and regional organisations and recognised the role of these organisationsin solving global challenges and promoting and maintaining international peaceand security./.
Ambassador Dang Dinh Quy, Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the United Nations, on June 2 called on the international community to join hands in developing and diversifying assistance to ensure sustainable financial sources for gender equality initiatives and relevant projects of the Sahel.
The UN Security Council (UNSC) sat down on June 3 to discuss the issue of chemical weapons in Syria and unanimously adopted two Resolutions regarding the situation in Sudan and Libya, with Vietnam affirming its consistent stance in support of the non-proliferation and disarmament of weapons of mass destruction, including chemical ones.
Vietnam urges all parties to cooperate and dialogue to address differences regarding FSO Safer, the long-abandoned oil tanker moored off the coast of Yemen, said Nguyen Phuong Tra, Deputy Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the UN during a UN Security Council meeting on June 3.
Ambassador Pham Hai Anh, deputy head of the Vietnamese mission to the United Nations, highlighted strengthening cooperation and dialogue in solving challenges from armed groups and terrorists, creating development opportunities for countries in Central Africa.
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.
Ambassador Dang Dinh Quy, Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the United Nations (Photo: VNA). 
