Vietnam shares opinions on parliaments’ role in SDG implementation
Vietnam shared ideas on specific steps that parliaments can take to promote the implementation of sustainable development goals (SDGs), especially Goals No. 16 on peace, justice and strong institutions, and No.13 on climate change, at the United Nations High-level Political Forum on Sustainable Development (HLPF) held in New York from July 16-18.
An overview of the United Nations High-level Political Forum on Sustainable Development (Photo: VNA)
New York (VNA) – Vietnam shared ideas on specific steps that parliaments can take to promote the implementation of sustainable development goals (SDGs), especially Goals No. 16 on peace, justice and strong institutions, and No.13 on climate change, at the United Nations High-level Political Forum on Sustainable Development (HLPF) held in New York from July 16-18.
The Vietnamese delegation, led by Vu Hai Ha, member of the Party Central Committee and Chairman of the National Assembly (NA)'s Committee for External Relations, held that the world has faced many difficulties and challenges, slowing down the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, with many SDGs lagging behind scheduled.
In that context, the promotion of the role of parliaments – an important governance mechanism with close relations with SDG No.16, has a significant meaning in strengthening actions of the parliament in each country as well as the joint efforts of the international community in realising the 2030 Agenda and the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) action strategy on peace, cooperation, and sustainable development.
At a discussion on strengthening adaptation and climate finance for a sustainable and resilient world, Vietnam highlighted that climate change is one of the biggest global challenges, a serious problem for humanity that even has life-or-death impact on some countries and communities in the world.
As a developing country hard hit by climate change, over the recent years, Vietnam has always proactively and actively participated in regional and international agreements and commitments on responding to climate change, affirming the determination to develop a green and sustainable economy, aiming for net zero emissions as committed at the 26th UN Climate Change Conference (COP26).
To effectively respond to climate change, Vietnam suggested that the international community consider it the highest priority in every development policy of each country, and the highest ethical standard of every organisation and individuals.
At the same time, it is necessary to strengthen cooperation on the principle of equality and responsibility among countries, with the effective support and participation of international cooperation mechanisms and organisations, aiming to connect and supplement resources, promote technology transfer, share experiences, and provide technical and financial support.
Vietnam also underlined the need for strengthening legislative work to legalise international commitments agreed upon by countries at UN Climate Change Conferences and related international events.
ꦅ The HLPF is designed to connect parliamentarians to assess efforts towards the SDGs at the global level. It provides an opportunity for parliaments to exchange best legislative practices on sustainable development./.
The Ministry of Planning and Investment (MPI), the United Nations in Vietnam and the German Development Agency (GIZ) jointly held a conference in Hanoi on August 25 to announce the Vietnam Voluntary National Review (VNR) on the implementation of sustainable development goals (SDGs) and a political dialogue towards 2023 SDG Summit.
Vietnam will exert more efforts in implementing sustainable development goals (SDGs), Ambassador Dang Hoang Giang told the High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development of the UN Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) on July 19.
The United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) convened a meeting in New York on July 7 to seek measures to speed up the implementation of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and strengthen their partnership.
State President Luong Cuong’s trip once again reaffirmed the Party and State’s foreign policy of independence, self-reliance, diversification and multilateralisation of relations. It also reflected the strong trend of enhanced cooperation among countries of the Global South in shaping a new, more multipolar, fair and equitable world order.
The outcomes of Party General Secretary To Lam's visit will serve as a driving force and source of inspiration for the two countries to inherit, promote, and elevate their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, contributing to the national construction and development cause in each country, and to peace, cooperation, and development in the region and the world.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on August 9 inspected the construction site of the new Phong Chau bridge, and surveyed a planned route for the Lao Cai – Hanoi – Hai Phong railway section running through the northern province of Phu Tho.
Across print, broadcast, and online platforms, Angolan media portrayed State President Luong Cuong's visit as a warm and historic occasion, strengthening bilateral ties and boosting Vietnam’s presence in Africa through the AU.
The 500kV Lao Cai – Vinh Yen power transmission line has a total investment of over 7.41 trillion VND (282.5 million USD), and a total length of 229.5 km, passing through 31 communes in the two provinces, and comprising 468 transmission tower foundations.
The visits reflected the elevated position of Vietnam’s foreign policy in the new era—aimed at not only advancing ties with key regional partners like Egypt and Angola but also delivering a strategic message about Vietnam’s commitment to deepening relations with African nations as a whole.
At their talks and meetings, President Cuong and Angola’s top leaders affirmed that the close brotherhood and traditional friendship are a valuable shared asset and a solid foundation for the two nations to advance into a new phase of development.
The ruling People’s Movement for the Liberation of Angola (MPLA) attaches great importance to the friendship, solidarity, and comradeship with the Communist Party of Vietnam, and voiced her Party’s wish to further deepen and expand relations between the two sides for the benefit of the Vietnamese and Angolan people.
Vietnam pledges to do its utmost to build an ASEAN of solidarity, consensus, and unity in diversity, and to foster a fast and sustainable development path for ASEAN, grounded in science, technology, and innovation, said Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh.
Party General Secretary To Lam called on the criminal police force to accelerate the application of science, technology, artificial intelligence, and digital transformation in criminal investigation tasks such as crime prevention, detection, tracking and verification, ensuring that no area remains out of their reach.
Many Koreans living, studying, and working in Hanoi see the upcoming state visit to the Republic of Korea (RoK) by Party General Secretary To Lam as an opportunity to generate strong synergy in economic cooperation, people-to-people exchanges, and cultural understanding.
The achievements of the five decades of Vietnam–Angola cooperation provide a strong and enduring foundation, as well as momentum for the two sides to consolidate, expand, and bring their partnership into a new phase of development.
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.
