UN praises Vietnam’s commitment to multilateralism, int’l law
President of the 79th session of the UN General Assembly Philemon Yang on July 3 commended Vietnam’s development achievements as well as its steadfast stance and commitment to multilateralism, international law, and the UN Charter.
Ambassador Do Hung Viet, Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the UN (L), and President of the 79th session of the UN General Assembly Philemon Yang (Photo: VNA)
New York (VNA) – Ambassador Do Hung Viet, Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the UN, paid a courtesy visit to President of the 79th session of the UN General Assembly Philemon Yang on July 3, during which the latter commended Vietnam’s development achievements as well as its steadfast stance and commitment to multilateralism, international law, and the UN Charter.
At the event, the Vietnamese diplomat congratulated President Yang on the achievements of the 79th General Assembly session amidst mounting challenges confronting multilateralism and the UN itself. Viet stressed that dialogue and mutual respect form the cornerstone to maintain international peace and security while promoting cooperation for sustainable development.
Drawing from Vietnam's historical experience, he expressed desire to make substantive contributions to post-conflict reconciliation and healing efforts. He affirmed Vietnam's readiness to share its expertise and further strengthen its role in building sunstainable peace across the globe.
Yang wished that Viet will have a successful tenure, contributing to improving the country’s images and international standing as well as promoting cooperation and dialogues between UN member states.
Earlier, Viet had meetings with UN Under-Secretary-General for Peace Operations Jean-Pierre Lacroix, UN Under-Secretary-General for Operational Support Atul Khare, UN Under-Secretary-General for Policy Guy Ryder, and UN Under-Secretary-General and High Representative for Disarmament Affairs Izumi Nakamitsu. During the events, he thanked the UN’s support f😼or Vietnam over the recent past while reaffirming the country’s strong commitment to the UN agenda, particularly processes and initiatives aimed at addressing global challenges./.
Ambassador Do Hung Viet underscored Vietnam’s support for integrating child protection across all stages of peace processes and identifying it as a core component of peacekeeping operations.
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.
Ambassador Dang Hoang Giang paid farewell visits to President of the 79th Session of the UN General Assembly Philemon Yang and UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on May 21 and 27, respectively.
The Vietnamese Ministry of National Defence supports deeper cooperation between the two militaries, Minister Gen. Phan Van Giang affirmed, expressing his hope that they will further strengthen effective collaboration, thus contributing to each country's national defence and the Vietnam – Thailand Comprehensive Strategic Partnership in the time ahead.
PM Pham Minh Chinh will have bilateral meetings with leaders of the participating countries and organisations, thereby affirming Vietnam's role, wish, and responsible contributions to this multilateral mechanism while further deepening Vietnam’s cooperation with BRICS members and international organisations.
The Vietnamese Party and State leaders reaffirmed that Vietnam consistently regards the US as one of its strategically important partners, and welcomed the US support for a “strong, independent, self-reliant, and prosperous Vietnam.”
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on July 4 sent a message of congratulations to Kim Min Seok on his appointment as Prime Minister of the Republic of Korea (RoK).
Vietnam values cooperative ties with ASEAN member states, including Thailand, for the sake of peace, stability, and development in the region and the world.
teleSUR President Patricia Villegas stated that throughout its formation and development, teleSUR has always considered reporting on Vietnam one of its top priorities, particularly in regard to its history, culture, people, and the ideology and revolutionary cause of President Ho Chi Minh.
Provincial authorities must promptly allocate additional personnel to communes, wards and special areas which lack professional staff to ensure effective operations, the Party chief said.
This marks Vietnam’s first participation in a BRICS summit as a partner country, affirming its role, aspirations, and responsible contributions to this multilateral mechanism, and helping to further deepen cooperation between Vietnam and BRICS member states.
National Assembly (NA) Chairman Tran Thanh Man has officially endorsed Resolution No. 205/2025/QH15 on piloting the People’s Procuracy's initiation of civil lawsuits to protect the civil rights of vulnerable groups or public interests.
Vietnam’s participation in the BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro at the inviation of Brazilian President Lula da Silva highlights the country's growing global role and sets the stage for deeper future cooperation, stated Vietnamese Ambassador to Brazil Bui Van Nghi ahead of Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh’s trip to Brazil for the summit and bilateral activities from July 4-8.
Becoming a partner country of BRICS is a step that fully aligns with the foreign policy of independence, self-reliance, multilateralisation, and diversification of international relations that Vietnam has steadfastly pursued for nearly four decades.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh is also expected to reaffirm Vietnam's strong commitment to peace, stability, cooperation, and development on this occasion; as well as its desire to deepen ties with Brazil and diversify economic, trade, and investment partnerships with high-potential regions.
Regarding regional matters, particularly the East Sea issue, Ramírez noted that Vietnam and China now have additional platforms to address disputes peacefully via dialogue within the framework of multilateral organisations.
Reaffirming Vietnam’s readiness to share its experience, Xuan reiterated the country’s commitment to being a reliable partner and responsible member of the global community, working together to build an inclusive digital world where all women and girls can fully participate, be protected, and be empowered to achieve comprehensive development.
Vietnam’s becoming a BRICS "partner country" is warmly welcomed, and Brazil expects it to play an active and proactive role in advancing goals related to trade, investment, energy transition, sustainable environmental and social development, enhancing connectivity, and promoting equitable access to innovation.
The event aimed to highlight key achievements over the past decade and offered a platform for exemplary individuals and collectives to share experiences, spread positive examples, and encourage officers, Party members, and soldiers to continue studying and following the late leader’s thought, morality, and lifestyle.
Oliveira expressed his hope that the PM’s attendance at the expanded BRICS summit this year will unlock further cooperation opportunities, particularly in the spheres of science, technology, and innovation.
