Vietnam affirms to promote rule of law at national, international levels
Ambassador Dang Hoang Giang, Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the United Nations (UN), on October 7 affirmed Vietnam’s commitments to promoting the rule of law at the national and international levels while attending a debate on this issue chaired by the UN’s Sixth Committee (Legal).
Ambassador Dang Hoang Giang, Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the United Nations (Photo: VNA)
New York (VNA) – Ambassador Dang Hoang Giang, PermanentRepresentative of Vietnam to the United Nations (UN), on October 7 affirmed Vietnam’scommitments to promoting the rule of law at the national and internationallevels while attending a debate on this issue chaired by the UN’s SixthCommittee (Legal).
Giang stressed that in the context of many complicatedconflicts taking place in the world, international law and the basic principlesof the UN Charter have always been the basic foundation of the internationalsystem.
He called on countries to respect the principle of peacefullysolving international disputes and upholding the role of internationalarbitration bodies in the peaceful settlement of disputes as well as promotingthe rule of law at the international level.
It is necessary to promote the rule of law in differentregions, and Vietnam is making efforts with ASEAN countries to build apeaceful, stable and prosperous Southeast Asia.
He emphasised that Vietnam maintains concerns aboutrecent complicated developments in the East Sea, as these actions reduce trustamong countries, increase tensions and affect peace, security and stability inthe region.
The Vietnamese diplomat called on all parties concerned toabide by international law, especially the 1982 UN Convention on the Law of theSea (UNCLOS), with full respect for diplomatic and legal processes.
On the occasion of the 40th anniversary of the adoption ofUNCLOS, Ambassador Giang stressted that Vietnam, as a founding member of the UNCLOSGroup of Friends, and nearly 120 other member countries are actively working toenhance the understanding about and compliance with the convention - animportant international document known as the “Constitution of the Oceans” andthe legal framework for all activities at sea.
He also affirmed that Vietnam is carrying out judicialreforms, and strengthening the legal system to build a rule-of-law state, andwill work closely with the UN and other partners to promote and ensure strongeradherence to the rule of law at the national and international levels.
At the debate, participants agreed that the rule of law anddevelopment were closely related and played an essential role in realisingsustainable development goals, ensuring human rights and maintaininginternational peace and security, contributing to the implementation of thecommon agenda based on the principle of respecting national sovereignty./.
President Nguyen Xuan Phuc had a working session with the Central Public Security Party Committee and the Party Civil Affairs Committee of the Ministry of Justice on July 7 to collect ideas to complete a draft strategy on building and perfecting a rule-of-law socialist state until 2030 with a vision to 2045.
President Nguyen Xuan Phuc chaired a meeting in Hanoi on July 11 between the standing board of the steering committee for the strategy on building and perfecting a rule-of-law socialist State till 2030 with a vision towards 2045, and the Government’s Party Civil Affairs Committee.
President Nguyen Xuan Phuc on July 14 chaired meetings between the standing board of the steering committee on the strategy on building and perfecting a rule-of-law socialist State until 2030 with a vision to 2045, and the Party Delegations of National Assembly (NA) and the Vietnam Fatherland Front (VFF).
The steering committee for the strategy on building and perfecting a rule-of-law socialist State till 2030 with a vision towards 2045 held a working session with the Party Delegations of the Vietnam Lawyers Association (VLA) and the Vietnam Bar Federation (VBF) in Hanoi on July 15 to collect feedback on the project.
At the conference, participants reported that the Government has so far issued 28 decrees on the delegation of responsibilities and powers between the central Government and two-tier local administrations. Several localities have already piloted the new governance model.
Reality is the ultimate benchmark for success, he said, urging drafting agencies to work out policies that foster development, reduce bureaucratic hurdles, and respect practical conditions.
Under the official dispatch signed on June 20, ministers, heads of ministerial-level agencies, and chairpersons of provincial and municipal People’s Committees are requested to concentrate efforts on implementing core measures to ensure the smooth operations of the new administrative framework.
The Party chief underscored the need for the press to innovate relentlessly, evolve to keep pace with the country's development, transform into a truly professional, humanistic, and modern sector that serves the cause of the Party, the State, and the people on the path to national construction and development.
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.
Nghia affirmed that this is a milestone of special significance, affirming and honouring the the Vietnamese revolutionary press’s glorious tradition of 100 years of serving the revolutionary cause of the Party, serving the Fatherland, and serving the people.
The Party and State of Vietnam always attach great importance to and give top priority to the development of Vietnam–China relations. Vietnam is ready to work with the Chinese Party and State to further deepen the Comprehensive Strategic Cooperative Partnership and promote the building of the Vietnam-China community with a shared future that carries strategic significance.
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.
Ambassador Dang Hoang Giang, Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the United Nations (Photo: VNA) 
