Climate change impacts on human rights – Vietnam’s great concern
Vietnam will focus on dealing with climate change impacts on human rights and the rights of people with disabilities in 2016 – the last year of the country’s UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) membership
Geneva (VNA) – Vietnam wil🤪l focus on dealing with climate change impacts on human rights and the rights of people with disabilities in 2016 – the last year of the country’s UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) membership, said Deputy Foreign Minister Ha Kim Ngoc.
In an interview granted to the Vietnam News Agency on the fringes of the UNHRC’s 31 st session in Geneva, Switzerland, from February 29 to March 2, the official said Vietnam has joined a group of countries that play a core role in the issue of climate change impacts on human rights.
The country has also coordinated with Australia and a number of countries and partners to organise a sidelines discussion on working environment for the disabled, he said.
Reviewing the country’s UNHRC membership performance over the past two years, the diplomat affirmed that Vietnam has joined hands with the international community and other UNHRC members to address challenges to human rights globally.
Apart from protecting its national interests, Vietnam has intensified its relations with countries and groups of nations, and introduced its human rights achievements to international friends, Ngoc said.
According to the Deputy FM, Vietnam’s open and constructive attitudes towards the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) as well as its seriousness in realising recommendations have been highly appraised by the international community.
Regarding Vietnam’s plans thereafter its UNHRC membership, he said the country will continue to actualise its commitments to the council in a serious and responsible fashion, including the effectuation of UPR recommendations and preparations for the third UPR cycle in 2018.
Through the UN forum, Vietnam has learnt how to mobilise international support and prepare a contingent of competent officials to partake in other regional and international organisations and forums, Ngoc added.
He reported that efforts are being made for Vietnam’s bid to secure a non-permanent seat in the UN Security Council for 2020-2021.
“We would consider running for the UNHRC membership again at a suitable time,” the Deputy FM said.
Asked about spotlights of the UNHRC’s 31 st session, Ngoc said the event attracted the participation of 90 countries worldwide in various thematic discussions and sidelines meetings.
Delegates compared notes on a range of issues relating to human rights such as impacts of migrant crises, extremism, terrorism and regional conflicts.
Reviewing the operation of the UNHRC since its inception ten years ago, many suggested the council combine its activities with global commitments such as the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the Paris Agreement on climate change, he said.-VNA
Vietnam has been contributing to protecting and advancing the value of human rights in a direct, responsible and constructive manner during its membership of the United Nations Human Rights Council.
Vietnam and Australia jointly organised an international seminar on creating employment opportunities and favourable working conditions for people with disabilities in Geneva, Switzerland, on March 3.
Vietnam has proved itself as an active and responsible member of the United Nations Human Right Council (UNHRC), Deputy Foreign Minister Ha Kim Ngoc said.
Head of Vietnam’s Permanent Mission to the UN and other international organisations Nguyen Trung Thanh moderated a panel discussion on climate change and the right to health.
Under the leadership of President Ho Chi Minh and the CPV, President Cuong said, the press has been a steadfast force on the ideological and cultural front, rallying the masses to pursue national aspirations.
NA Chairman Tran Thanh Man stressed the need to accelerate the application of artificial intelligence and smart teaching equipment, innovate teaching and assessment methods, and further improve the quality of formal education.
He also pledged that the NA will promote its ongoing supervision, making sure that every promise must lead to results, and every commitment must bring about real changes.
Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hong Dien welcomed the proposals put forward by the US side and reiterated Vietnam’s request for consideration of key areas of interest, including reciprocal tariff policies and access for Vietnamese key export products to the US market.
Deputy PM Le Thanh Long proposed countries promote shared values, including building trust, sincerity, and solidarity among nations and peoples; fostering cooperation spirit and responsible behaviour as well as upholding international law and the UN Charter; and placing people at the centre and as the goal, the key player, and the driving force of all policies.
The show, together with a grand parade to be held silmutaneously at Ba Dinh Square in Hanoi, will celebrate the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution, the National Day, and the General Staff of the Vietnam People’s Army (VPA).
In particular, in April 2023, the two sides successfully carried out a joint operation that dismantled a major organised, transnational drug trafficking ring involving both Vietnamese and Cambodian suspects.
The Vietnamese Embassy in Israel is closely coordinating with relevant local agencies to stay informed and provide the utmost support possible for Vietnamese nationals.
The launch of Thanh Nien (Young People) newspaper in 1925, even before the founding of the Communist Party of Vietnam, is considered a testament to President Ho Chi Minh’s strategic foresight and strong belief in the guiding power of the revolutionary media.
New Zealand is currently one of Vietnam’s most important partners in the region, marked by a high level of political trust, strong and reliable defence and security cooperation, and increasingly open economic, trade, and investment ties.
Party General Secretary To Lam stressed that the Central Public Security Party Committee must be fully aware of the extremely important role of the People's Public Security force in the country's new revolutionary phase, so as to guide each branch and level of the force as the nation undergoes transformation.
Addressing concerns over university education spending, Son explained that as public universities gain greater autonomy, the Ministry of Finance has scaled back recurrent state funding. “Over the past decade, as autonomy has increased, the State's support has steadily declined”, he noted
Lao Minister of Foreign Affairs Thongsavanh Phomvihane affirmed that the presence of Vietnamese press offices in Laos vividly demonstrates the great friendship, special solidarity, and comprehensive cooperation between the two nations, as the press is not only a means of communication but also an important bridge for spreading consciousness about the history, values, and strategic depth of the Laos – Vietnam relationship to the people of both countries and the international community.
The country is willing to participate in collective efforts to promote cooperation and mobilise resources to advance the current priority issues of developing countries, such as trade, investment, infrastructure connectivity, making the most of scientific and technological advances for development, and people-to-people exchanges, Hang said.
During the negotiations, the US highly evaluated Vietnam’s goodwill and efforts, affirmed its appreciation for the bilateral relationship, acknowledged Vietnam’s proposals and concerns, and considered these an important basis for continuing discussions and moving towards a final agreement.
The Chairman stressed the need for stricter fiscal discipline, faster digital transformation, and more efficient management of State budget revenues and expenditures.
The ministry has instructed Vietnamese representative agencies in Israel, Iran, as well as those in neighbouring countries, to closely monitor the situation and request local authorities to ensure absolute safety for Vietnamese citizens living, studying, and working in high-risk areas.
Deputy Foreign Minister Ha Kim Ngoc (Source: VNA)
