Vietnam firmly committed to multilateralism, international solidarity
Ambassador Dang Hoang Giang, Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the United Nations (UN), affirmed Vietnam’s strong support for multilateralism and its continued efforts to make meaningful and substantive contributions to consolidating global and regional multilateral institutions.
Ambassador Dang Hoang Giang, Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the United Nations (UN), speaks at the debate. (Photo: VNA)
New York (VNA) - Vietnam calls on 𓆉the international community to reaffirm and strengthen its commitment to multilateralism, Ambassador Da🌱ng Hoang Giang, Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the United Nations (UN) has said.
Addressing the UN Security Council’s ministerial-level open debate on “Practicing Multilateralism, Reforming and Improving Global Governance” in New York on February 20, Giang expressed concern over the growing trend of unilateral actions in international relations, which undermine the multilateral system that has served as the foundation for maintaining international peace and security for the past eight decades.
Upholding international law and strictly adhering to the fundamental principles of the UN Charter, particularly the prohibition of the threat or use of force and the peaceful resolution of disputes, are essential prerequisites for ensuring peace, stability, sustainable development, and the enjoyment of human rights, he said.
Giang stressed the need for bold reforms of multilateral institutions to enhance the voice and participation of developing countries, ensuring the representativeness and democratic nature of these institutions.
He affirmed Vietnam’s strong support for multilateralism and its continued efforts to make meaningful and substantive contributions to consolidating global and regional multilateral institutions, particularly the UN and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).
These efforts deeply reflect Vietnam’s commitment to international solidarity and cooperation, serving the interests of the Vietnamese people while contributing to a more peaceful, prosperous, and just world for all.
In his remarks, UN Secretary-General António Guterres noted the importance and urgency of advancing multilateral solutions to today’s global challenges, including climate change, inequality, and security threats such as nuclear conflict and terrorism.
Most delegates highlighted international law and the UN Charter as a solid foundation for maintaining international peace and security and for building a strong multilateral system capable of effectively addressing global challenges./.
In a move to usher Vietnam into a new era of growth and prosperity, Vietnam should double down on its global integration efforts and strengthen its commitments to multilateralism, according to Vietnamese representative in Switzerland and foreign former officials.
Party General Secretary and State President To Lam attended the 19th Francophonie Summit in Paris on October 5 and delivered a key speech. He affirmed the irreplaceable role of multilateral mechanisms, highlighting the contributions of the International Organisation of La Francophonie to global issues and frameworks.
Ambassador Dang Hoang Giang, Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the United Nations (UN), stressed the importance of putting people at the centre of multilateral cooperation, at the UN Security Council (UNSC)’s ministerial-level open debate in New York on July 16.
Ha expressed his hope that cooperation in science and technology, agriculture, and natural resources would emerge as new focal points and engines of growth in Vietnam–China relations.
Giang said he believes that building on the solid foundation nurtured over the past half-century and the strong determination of both nations, the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership will continue to grow in a more robust, comprehensive, and extensive manner, thus bringing more practical benefits to the two nations' people.
Highlighting the transformative potential of the draft law in revitalising Vietnam’s railway industry, Hoang Van Cuong, a deputy of Hanoi, expressed his support for Article 39, which empowers the Prime Minister to issue a list of railway-related goods and services to be assigned or ordered from domestic enterprises for production.
According to the Ministry of Public Security, Hoan, formerly Deputy Minister of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs, is under investigation for allegedly taking bribes in connection with a case involving the Hoang Long Construction and Manpower Supply JSC and related units.
Chairing a national conference on the organisation of the examination on June 18, the PM highlighted the historical significance of the examination, as the restructuring of provincial-level administrative units is underway and the two-tier local administration model is set to officially begin operations on July 1.
Right on the same day, the ministry issued its highest-level travel warning, urging Vietnamese citizens not to travel to Israel or Iran, and advised those already in these countries to swiftly consider evacuation or relocation plans.
From the struggles against colonialists and imperialists to the period of Doi moi (renewal) and international integration, the Vietnamese revolutionary press has always played a pioneering role on the ideological and cultural front, he said.
The Party leader's working session with the standing boards of the Party Committees of HCM City, Ba Ria – Vung Tau and Binh Duong, the VNA General Director's remarks on the occasion of the 19th OANA General Assembly, the launch of new NIC - Google initiatives aimed at bolstering AI entrepreneurship and digital literacy in Vietnam are among news highlights June 18.
Vietnam and Indonesia reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation in combating terrorism as it remains a threat to peace, security, and stability across their respective nations, the broader region, and the international community.
The Vietnamese representative also emphasised the shared responsibility of relevant parties to build trust, enhance cooperation, and jointly manage the risks of conflict, thus safeguarding long-term peace and stability in the East Sea.
The National Assembly on June 18 passed the law amending and supplementing a number of articles of the Law on Product and Goods Quality, with 408 out of 420 participating deputies voting in favour, accounting for 85.36% of the total.
The Party leader asked the new HCM City to embrace a multi-centre and integrated urban ecosystem where each development pole functions as a link complementary to and intelligently connected with each other in a harmonious whole.
The resolutions issued by the PM as well as ministries and ministry-level agencies reassign responsibility for 346 administrative procedures - 18 from district to provincial levels, 278 to commune level, and 50 eliminated.
Legislators are due to pass several amended laws, including the Law amending and supplementing several articles of the Law on Economical and Efficient Use of Energy, and the Law amending and supplementing several articles of the Law on Product and Goods Quality.
Vietnamese localities' readiness to implement the two-tier local administration model, the evacuation of 18 Vietnamese citizens from Iran, Petrovietnam's 11th ranking in the 2025 Fortune Southeast Asia 500 are among news highlights on June 17 evening.
The General Secretary underlined the resolve to achieve a growth rate of at least 8% in 2025, laying the groundwork for double-digit growth in the following period. He noted that these are mandatory targets, with no alternative path to success.
Restructuring and improving the quality of officials, civil servants, and public employees is no longer a choice, but an urgent requirement to transition from administrative management to governance in service of the people.
The Vietnamese Embassy in Israel has advised Vietnamese people living there to proactively prepare and seek ways to leave the country via land border crossings, especially toward Jordan or Egypt, when security and safety conditions allow.
