Vietnam supports reforms to make UN stronger, more effective
Vietnam strongly supports upgrading the United Nations into a stronger and more effective organisation that can fulfill its vital role of meeting the interests and concerns of member states and the international community, said Nguyen Phuong Tra, Deputy Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the UN, on March 10.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres. (Photo: Xinhua/VNA)
New York (VNA) – Vietnam strongly supports upgrading the United Nations into a stronger and more effective organisation that can fulfill its vitalrole of meeting the interests and concerns of member states and theinternational community, said Nguyen Phuong Tra, Deputy PermanentRepresentative of Vietnam to the UN, on March 10.
The official madethe statement during the UN General Assembly’s fifth consultation on “OurCommon Agenda” themed “Enhancing International Cooperation”.
Thisprocess should be open, based on wide consultations, and led by member states. Therefore, there should be a better mechanism for improving inputs ofthe UN, including its bodies and agencies, Tra suggested.
Thediplomat added success of the UN also depends on the improvement of theinstitutions and working methods, stressing that meaningful reform should ensure widestpossible participation from a variety of actors while maintain theinter-governmental nature of the organization.
Tra also reaffirmedVietnam's strong commitment to furthering the bold agenda put forth in thereport and that the country looks forward to concrete steps and plan ahead witha view to contributing effectively to the common work of the UN and the internationalcommunity.
Accordingto the UN, "Our Common Agenda" is an agenda of action, designed to strengthen andaccelerate multilateral agreements – particularly the 2030 Agenda – and make atangible difference in people’s lives.
The agenda contains recommendations across four broad areas for renewed solidaritybetween peoples and future generations, a new social contract anchored in humanrights, better management of critical global commons, and global public goodsthat deliver equitably and sustainably for all./.
Vietnam stands ready to work closely with other member states and stakeholders to uphold the principles of the UN Charter and international law, and strengthen the efficiency and effectiveness of the Human Rights Council through dialogue, cooperation and mutual respect, said a Vietnamese representative.
Vietnam hopes the United Nations (UN) will continue supporting the country in its national construction and development, and in realising common goals of the international community, said Ambassador Dang Hoang Giang, the new Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the UN.
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A diplomat of Vietnam underlined the importance of ensuring equality and justice in climate change response, with climate finance commitments being fully implemented on the basis of common but differentiated responsibility.
Ha expressed his hope that cooperation in science and technology, agriculture, and natural resources would emerge as new focal points and engines of growth in Vietnam–China relations.
Giang said he believes that building on the solid foundation nurtured over the past half-century and the strong determination of both nations, the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership will continue to grow in a more robust, comprehensive, and extensive manner, thus bringing more practical benefits to the two nations' people.
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According to the Ministry of Public Security, Hoan, formerly Deputy Minister of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs, is under investigation for allegedly taking bribes in connection with a case involving the Hoang Long Construction and Manpower Supply JSC and related units.
Chairing a national conference on the organisation of the examination on June 18, the PM highlighted the historical significance of the examination, as the restructuring of provincial-level administrative units is underway and the two-tier local administration model is set to officially begin operations on July 1.
Right on the same day, the ministry issued its highest-level travel warning, urging Vietnamese citizens not to travel to Israel or Iran, and advised those already in these countries to swiftly consider evacuation or relocation plans.
From the struggles against colonialists and imperialists to the period of Doi moi (renewal) and international integration, the Vietnamese revolutionary press has always played a pioneering role on the ideological and cultural front, he said.
The Party leader's working session with the standing boards of the Party Committees of HCM City, Ba Ria – Vung Tau and Binh Duong, the VNA General Director's remarks on the occasion of the 19th OANA General Assembly, the launch of new NIC - Google initiatives aimed at bolstering AI entrepreneurship and digital literacy in Vietnam are among news highlights June 18.
Vietnam and Indonesia reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation in combating terrorism as it remains a threat to peace, security, and stability across their respective nations, the broader region, and the international community.
The Vietnamese representative also emphasised the shared responsibility of relevant parties to build trust, enhance cooperation, and jointly manage the risks of conflict, thus safeguarding long-term peace and stability in the East Sea.
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The Party leader asked the new HCM City to embrace a multi-centre and integrated urban ecosystem where each development pole functions as a link complementary to and intelligently connected with each other in a harmonious whole.
The resolutions issued by the PM as well as ministries and ministry-level agencies reassign responsibility for 346 administrative procedures - 18 from district to provincial levels, 278 to commune level, and 50 eliminated.
Legislators are due to pass several amended laws, including the Law amending and supplementing several articles of the Law on Economical and Efficient Use of Energy, and the Law amending and supplementing several articles of the Law on Product and Goods Quality.
Vietnamese localities' readiness to implement the two-tier local administration model, the evacuation of 18 Vietnamese citizens from Iran, Petrovietnam's 11th ranking in the 2025 Fortune Southeast Asia 500 are among news highlights on June 17 evening.
The General Secretary underlined the resolve to achieve a growth rate of at least 8% in 2025, laying the groundwork for double-digit growth in the following period. He noted that these are mandatory targets, with no alternative path to success.
Restructuring and improving the quality of officials, civil servants, and public employees is no longer a choice, but an urgent requirement to transition from administrative management to governance in service of the people.
The Vietnamese Embassy in Israel has advised Vietnamese people living there to proactively prepare and seek ways to leave the country via land border crossings, especially toward Jordan or Egypt, when security and safety conditions allow.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres. (Photo: Xinhua/VNA) 
