Vietnam backs UN Secretary General’s efforts to ensure international peace
Ambassador Dang Dinh Quy, head of the Vietnamese mission to the United Nations, on May 21 chaired the first online informal meeting between ambassadors of the 10 non-permanent member countries of the United Nations Security Council (E10) and UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres.
A meeting of the UN Security Council in New York (Photo: AFP/ VNA)
NewYork (VNA) – Ambassador Dang Dinh Quy, head of the Vietnamese missionto the United Nations, on May 21 chaired the first online informal meetingbetween ambassadors of the 10 non-permanent member countries of the UnitedNations Security Council (E10) and UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres.
Theambassadors and Guterres exchanged views on matters regarding the agenda of theUN Security Council (UNSC), covering the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic.
Guterressaid the UN and its Peacekeeping Operations (PKO) have shifted prioritiestowards helping countries cope with the pandemic, with specific activities.
Manycountries and parties have responded to his call for global unconditionalceasefire, he said, adding that, however, some conflicts still developcomplicatedly.
Hehighlighted the E10’s significant role in pushing ahead with specific measuresin order to maintain international peace and security, and cited pragmatic anddiverse initiatives proposed by the countries when they hold the UNSC monthlypresidency.
Thecountries lauded efforts of the UN Secretariat and Guterres to help countriescope with the pandemic.
Theambassadors said many of the UN Chief’s proposals and initiatives arepractical, contributing to coordinating international cooperation, improvingpublic awareness of pandemic impacts, and mobilising resources, especially forthe areas hardest hit by the epidemic, thus supporting millions of people whoare experiencing the humanitarian crisis.
Forhis part, Quy affirmed that Vietnam, together with the E10 and other UNSCmember countries will back the UN Secretary General’s efforts to maintaininternational peace and security, cope with the pandemic and promotesustainable development.
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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.
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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.
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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.
A meeting of the UN Security Council in New York (Photo: AFP/ VNA) 
