Vietnam confident to shoulder international responsibilities
United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres has described Vietnam as an important factor contributing to peace and stability in the region, which showed the country’s increasingly high international role and position.
Vietnamese officers before departing for UN peacekeeping mission (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) ♈– United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres hasdescribed Vietnam as an important factor contributing to peace and stability inthe region, which showed the country’s increasingly high international role andposition.
Vietnamhas shown its strong commitments to striving to build trust and dialogues,serving as a bridge seeking peaceful solutions to conflicts worldwide, he said,adding that its fulfillment of tenure as a non-permanent member of the UNSecurity Council for 2020-2021 is a solid evidence. AVietnamese delegation is also attending the third UN Chiefs of Police Summit inNew York from August 30-September 3 to convey a message that Vietnam is willingto join the international peacekeeping missions. United Nations Under-Secretary-General forPeace Operations Jean-Pierre Lacroix thanked Vietnam for its activecontributions to the UN peacekeeping activities. Itis willingness and high sense of responsibility when working for the internationalcommunity that helped Vietnam earn seats at important multilateral organisationssuch as the UN Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO), the Postal Operations Council (POC) of the Universal Postal Union, and the International Law Commission, hesaid. It was also a driving forcefor Vietnam to represent the Asia-Pacific to bid a seat at the UN Human Rights Council for the 2023-2025 tenure, showing its confidence to shoulder importantinternational responsibilities. Countriesworldwide also highly valued Vietnam’s great contributions to ASEAN’sdevelopment. Guterreshailed Vietnam’s proposal to lift ASEAN-UN ties to a greater height to furtheruphold the spirit of unilateralism. Commentingon Vietnam’s external relation achievements, PermanentRepresentative of Belgium to the UN Ambassador Philippe Kridelka affirmedthat Vietnam has strong voices and trust of the world, especially in Asia,Africa, Europe, and America. Speakingat a ceremony marking the 77th anniversary of National Day of Vietnam, manyrepresentatives of governments and international organisations expressed appreciationfor the country’s position and cooperation. Deputy StateSecretary of the Hungarian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade Stifter Adam emphasised thatVietnam is the most important partner of Hungary in Southeast Asia.
President Nguyen Xuan Phuc speaks at the High-Level Session of the 76th UN General Assembly (Photo: VNA)
Vietnam’sactive, proactive and responsible participation on international arena hasshown a new country that is confident and willing to shoulder internationalresponsibilities for peace and sustainable development, said VietnamesePresident Nguyen Xuan Phuc./.
Three months after their deployment to the African town of Abyei on the UN peacekeeping mission, Vietnam’s Engineering Unit Rotation 1 has achieved significant results in improving infrastructure and living conditions for local people.
Ambassador Dang Hoang Giang, Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the UN, held a working session with President of the 77th session of the UN General Assembly (UNGA) Csaba Kőrösi on August 19 to discuss UNGA’s working priorities as well as Vietnam’s issues of concern.
United Nations (UN) Under-Secretary-General for Management Strategy, Policy and Compliance Catherine Pollard has hailed Vietnam's positive contributions in many aspects to the UN’s operations, including those from Vietnamese individuals that are working for UN agencies.
Deputy Prime Minister Vu Duc Dam hailed outgoing United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Resident Representative Caitlin Wiesen for her initiatives and contributions to supporting Vietnam in promoting socio-economic development and international integration, during a reception for her in Hanoi on August 26.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh stressed that the emulation and commendation work is a vital driver, fostering patriotism, dedication, and collective momentum in the run-up to the 11th National Patriotic Emulation Congress, Party congresses at all levels, and the 14th National Party Congress.
Emphasising the need for sustainable, long-term collaboration, National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man called on Japanese investors not only to bring in capital but also to share expertise and modern technology, especially in areas such as green transformation, the circular economy, and advanced corporate governance.
President Luong Cuong's activities during his state visit to Angola, the celebration of the financial sector's 80th traditional day, and the Foreign Ministry's flag-hoisting ceremony marking the 58th founding anniversary of ASEAN are among news highlights on August 8.
Vietnamese Ambassador to Thailand Pham Viet Hung praised the Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ meaningful initiative, noting that the ASEAN Family Run was not only a sporting activity but also an opportunity for diplomats and their families to show unity, connection, and solidarity within the ASEAN family.
Politburo member, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on August 8 attended the first congress of the Party Organisation of Tay Ho ward of Hanoi for the 2025–2030 term, during which he called for fresh momentum to turn the ward into a model that takes the lead in all fields.
The size of the economy increased from over 5 billion USD in 1986 to over 476 billion USD by 2024, making Vietnam the fourth-largest economy in Southeast Asia and the 34th largest in the world.
The ASEAN flag-hoisting ceremony is observed by the 10 ASEAN member countries on August 8 every year, aiming to spread and promote the ASEAN identity and affirm the determination to unite and cooperate for the common aspiration of long-term peace and prosperity of Southeast Asian countries under the common roof of the ASEAN Community.
Vice Chairman of the municipal People’s Committee Nguyen Manh Cuong highlighted ASEAN’s nearly six decades of development, during which the region transformed from division to harmony, from confrontation to cooperation, and from poverty to dynamic growth, becoming a global bright spot for regional cooperation.
Thirty years ago, on July 28, 1995, Vietnam’s accession to ASEAN marked a historic strategic decision, opening a new chapter in the country’s integration process and beginning its strong rise.
Ambassador Vu Le Thai Hoang has outlined specific priorities and proposals for cooperation with the UNODA in preparation for the upcoming 11th Review Conference of the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT).
The Vietnamese Party leader's visit is therefore expected to mark a new stage in the development of the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between the two countries, with a focus on such areas as digital transformation, supply chains, semiconductors, clean energy, and maritime security, Choe assessed.
At their meeting, which took place in the Angolan capital of Luanda on August 7 as part of State President Luong Cuong’s ongoing state visit to the African nation, the two officials also agreed to make full use of existing cooperation mechanisms, particularly the Vietnam – Angola Intergovernmental Committee, and step up exchanges of delegations at all levels.
President Luong Cuong's talks with his Angolan counterrpart João Manuel Gonçalves Lourenço, Vietnamese leader's receptions for a delegation from the Japan – Vietnam Parliamentary Friendship Alliance, and the Government's regular meeting for July are among news highlights on August 7 evening.
Over the past five decades, the Vietnam - Angola relationship has grown steadily, marked by political trust and close bonds between their Parties, States, Governments, and peoples, said Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son.
President Luong Cuong called on the two countries to join hands to promote South – South cooperation, contribute to building a fair and equal global political and economic order, safeguard independence and sovereignty, and promote extensive and substantive international solidarity and cooperation.
President Luong Cuong called on the community to remain united, integrate well into local society, adhere to local laws, and continue contributing to both Angola’s development and Vietnam – Angola relations.
Vietnamese President Luong Cuong and Speaker of the National Assembly (NA) of Angola Carolina Cerqueira agreed to continue strengthening political trust, boost high-level delegation exchanges via all channels, including the parliamentary one, and create favourable legal conditions for bilateral cooperation.
Vietnamese State President Luong Cuong and Angolan President João Manuel Gonçalves Lourenço met with the press right after concluding their talks and witnessing the signing of seven cooperation agreements between the two countries in Luanda on August 7.
State President Luong Cuong stressed the fraternal ties between Vietnam and Angola as a shared invaluable asset. It serves as a solid foundation for both countries to enter a new phase of development, further foster political trust and mutual support between the two Parties and States, and deepen the solidarity and mutual understanding between their people.
At the dialogue, both sides expressed satisfaction with the intensive and extensive development of bilateral relationship since it was elevated to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership last year.
Vietnamese officers before departing for UN peacekeeping mission (Photo: VNA) 
President Nguyen Xuan Phuc speaks at the High-Level Session of the 76th UN General Assembly (Photo: VNA) 
