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Vietnam attends Global Civilisation Dialogue Ministerial Meeting in Beijing

A delegation from the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, led by Deputy Minister Ho An Phong, attended the Global Civilisation Dialogue Ministerial Meeting, which opened in Beijing, China on July 10.

Population ordinance amendment a milestone for human rights in VN

Vietnam is making considerable achievements in population policy, particularly in enabling everyone to take control of their own reproductive health and bodily autonomy.

UN Human Rights Committee praises VN's progress in civil and political rights

Vietnam received positive recognition for ratifying 7 of 9 core human rights treaties and enhancing laws on anti-discrimination, gender equality, and anti-corruption.

Vietnam attends 47th session of UNESCO World Heritage Committee

UNESCO was founded on November 16, 1945, and Vietnam officially became a member of the organisation in July 1976, marking one of the country’s important steps in the process of global integration.

Vietnam leads UNHRC discussion on food systems, climate adaptation

The event underscored Vietnam’s proactive role in advancing human rights in the context of climate change, helped strengthen its network of partners, and shared practical lessons with the international community.

Vietnam strengthens cooperation with UN Commission on Int’l Trade Law

Secretary of the United Nations Commission on International Trade Law (UNCITRAL) Anna Joubin-Bret praised Vietnam's active participation in UNCITRAL working groups, particularly during its first term from 2019-2025.

Vietnam highlights commitment to gender equality at Global Women’s Summit

Vice President Vo Thi Anh Xuan underscored Vietnam's notable progress in promoting gender equality and women’s empowerment in recent years, affirming the country's consistent commitment to these priorities.

Vietnam hands over chairmanship of Asia-Pacific Group in Vienna to India

During its six-month term, Vietnam chaired and actively participated in a number of prominent activities, reaffirming the APG’s proactive and constructive engagement in multilateral mechanisms and the United Nations.

VN promotes consensus adoption of budget for UN peacekeeping mission in Abyei

This marks the second resolution on which Vietnam has successfully coordinated negotiations at the Fifth Committee of the UNGA's 79th session.

UN photo exhibition spotlights Vietnam’s cultural values and human rights

Geneva event highlights Vietnam’s progress and diversity from June 30 to July 9.

Vietnam to present five key messages at human rights dialogue in Switzerland

On July 7-8 in Switzerland, Vietnam will hold a dialogue with the United Nations Human Rights Committee.

New milestone marked in Vietnam's ocean cooperation

For the first time, a Vietnamese representative, Permanent Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Nguyen Minh Vu, was elected the chair of the meeting, marking an important milestone in Vietnam’s engagement in global maritime affairs.

Vietnam elected Chair of UNCLOS member conference for first time

Vietnam makes history at the UN by assuming leadership of the 35th UNCLOS meeting in New York.

With IAEA’s support, VN is ready to pursue its first nuclear power plant

With its own capabilities and the close, experienced partnership of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Vietnam is well-positioned to pursue its first nuclear power plant that meets the highest international safety standards.

Vietnam calls for swift global action to address Gaza, Middle East crises

Minister Counselor Nguyen Hoang Nguyen reaffirmed Vietnam’s principled and consistent stance on the Palestine issue, calling for an immediate and lasting ceasefire across the entire Gaza Strip.

Vietnam pledges to promote gender equality at UN meeting

VN proposed priorities: narrowing digital divide, strengthening women’s leadership in digital economy and AI governance, and mobilising sustainable financing for gender equality initiatives in line with each country’s national priorities, context.

Vietnam stresses rule of law at 15th annual East Sea conference

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.

Vietnam joins efforts to push signing of High Seas Treaty

Thirty-five nations that have signed or officially deposited their instruments of ratification or approval took part in the event, which was within the framework of the ongoing third United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3) in Nice, France.

PM meets with leaders of countries, int'l organisations on UNOC 3 sidelines

At the meetings, the leaders of the countries and international organisations appreciated the role and position of Vietnam, expressing their desire to strengthen cooperation with Vietnam in various fields.

PM Pham Minh Chinh meets UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres in Nice

The UN Secretary-General affirmed that meetings with Vietnamese leaders, including PM Chinh, at international conferences have become a tradition in the partnership between UN and Vietnam.