Vietnam reaffirms support for UN Secretary-General’s role, efforts
Ambassador Dang Hoang Giang, Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the United Nations (UN), on February 6 stressed the necessity to devote national and international resources to peace, development and human.
Ambassador Dang Hoang Giang, Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the United Nations, speaks at the plenary. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) - AmbassadorDang Hoang Giang, Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the United Nations(UN), on February 6 stressed the necessity to devote national and internationalresources to peace, development and human.
Attending the 77th UN General Assembly (UNGA77)’s plenary on Secretary-General António Guterres’s priorities in 2023, the UNGA77 Vice President also called on the international community to join efforts toimplement the sustainable development goals (SDGs), the 2030 Agenda and otherglobal commitments and priorities, through respecting the UN Charter andinternational law.
It is important to address conflicts by peaceful means,boost multilateral cooperation, strengthen financial support and reform of theinternational financial system, ensure resources for sustainable development,and pay more attention to climate change and justice, he emphasised.
The diplomat also reaffirmed the country’s backing for theUN Secretary-General’s role and efforts, and its commitment to maintainingclose collaboration with other UN member states.
Guterres expressed his concerns about the complicatedlydeveloping world situation, with multi-dimensional challenges from the lingeringeffects of the COVID-19 pandemic, competition among powers, conflicts in manyregions, poverty, inequality, and climate change.
He emphasised that in the coming time, the internationalcommunity needs to strengthen coordination of actions, make efforts to findcreative solutions, on the basis of the UN Charter and international law topromote sustainable development, and prevent and resolve conflicts for thebenefits of the future generations./.
Among Vietnam’s pledges as part of its election to the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC), it is encouraging that the country prioritised upholding its commitments and obligations under the international human rights treaties, of which Vietnam has ratified seven out of nine, according to UN Resident Coordinator in Vietnam Pauline Tamesis.
Countries should cooperate with one another and make active and practical contributions to the maintenance of peace, stability, and legal order at sea, Vice Spokeswoman of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Pham Thu Hang said on December 10.
Ambassador Dang Hoang Giang, Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the United Nations (UN), had a meeting on January 16 with UN Secretary-General’s Special Representative on Violence against Children Najat Maalla M’jid who updated Giang on the outcomes of her recent visit to Vietnam and discussed measures to promote bilateral cooperation in the time to come.
Vietnam supports the expansion of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) in terms of both permanent and non-permanent members, with the fair representation of groups of nations, especially underrepresented ones, taken into account, Ambassador Nguyen Phuong Tra, Deputy Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the UN, has said.
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Univers said in a statement that the new centre will serve as a hub for innovation, bringing together digital intelligence and climate ambition to accelerate Sarawak's transition toward a low-carbon, tech-enabled economy.
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The desk will serve as a service centre providing market intelligence, business licensing guidance, facilitating business cooperation, identifying potential investment projects, and harmonising regulatory policies between the two parties.
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim noted that the Asia-Pacific region accounted for half of global energy consumption and 60% of greenhouse gas emissions in 2024. Despite this, regional countries, including eight of ten ASEAN member states, remain committed to climate goals, including net-zero emissions and tripling global renewable capacity by 2030.
The new halal cooperation arrangement will streamline halal certification and product assurance processes, making it easier for New Zealand exporters to access the Indonesian market.
VAMAF President Datuk Shaharuddin Omar shared the plan at the association’s 103rd anniversary ceremony, noting support from the Vietnam Veterans Association. The initiative is expected to open new markets for Malaysian Halal products and improve livelihoods for its members.
Ambassador Dang Hoang Giang, Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the United Nations, speaks at the plenary. (Photo: VNA) 
