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Vietnam's candidature to UN Human Rights Council for new term announced

The Vietnamese Mission to the United Nations (UN) in New York on December 12 held a ceremony to announce Vietnam's re-election to the UN Human Rights Council for the 2026-2028 term.

Vietnam calls for ceasefire, more humanitarian aid in Gaza

Viet reaffirmed Vietnam's firm support for the Palestinian people in exercising their rights to self-determination and realising their aspirations to become a full member of the UN.

VN pledges more contributions to UN humanitarian relief efforts

Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Đỗ Hùng Việt called on countries and donor partners to respond to the UN Secretary-General’s call to help CERF mobilise sufficient resources to meet humanitarian assistance needs globally.

Quang Nam to host UN international conference on rural tourism

Quang Nam is scheduled to host the UN Tourism’s first Conference on Tourism for Rural Development on December 10, expected to bring together around 300 delegates.

Vietnamese-coordinated resolution on Model Law on Automated Contracting approved

The UN General Assembly’s Sixth Committee has adopted by consensus a resolution negotiated under Vietnam's chairmanship on the Model Law on Automated Contracting (Model Law) drafted by the UN Commission on International Trade Law (UNCITRAL).

Vietnam runs for UN Human Rights Council for 2026-2028 term

Ambassador Dang Hoang Giang, Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the UN on October 22 announced that Vietnam decided to run for membership in the United Nations Human Rights Council for the 2026-2028 term.

Vietnamese PM calls for UN support in disaster response and climate adaptation

At a meeting with UN Secretary-General António Guterres, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh requested continued support from the United Nations in strengthening Vietnam’s disaster resilience and energy transition.

Vietnam to host First UN Tourism Conference on Tourism for Rural Development

The nation is scheduled to host the first UN Tourism Conference on Tourism for Rural Development, with the event scheduled to run from December 9 to December 11 in the central province of Quang Nam.

Vietnam triumphs at UN human rights review: Official

The United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) has approved Vietnam's National Report under the fourth cycle of the Universal Periodic Review (UPR), with the country accepting a record 84.7% of recommendations.

United Nations Human Rights Council approves Vietnam's UPR Report

During its 57th regular session, the United Nations Human Rights Council approved the outcomes of the fourth Universal Periodic Review (UPR) cycle for Vietnam, highlighting the country's ongoing commitment to human rights.

UN Under-Secretary-General for Peace Operations highly values VN's contributions

The number of the Vietnamese personnel in peacekeeping missions is steadily increasing, including both men and women as well as police officers, both in the field and at the headquarters.

Military Engineering Unit Rotation 2 return home from Abyei

Vietnam’s Military Engineering Unit Rotation 2 have successfully accomplished their peacekeeping tasks at the UN Interim Security Force for Abyei (UNISFA) and are now preparing to return home.

Vietnam calls for comprehensive strategy to respond to sea level rise

A Vietnamese diplomat has called for comprehensive and long-term strategies to deal with climate change and sea level rise at a United Nations meeting.

UN Secretary-General António Guterres praises Vietnam’s growing global role

During a meeting with General Secretary and President To Lam, United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres expressed his special affection for Vietnam and praised its growing role and position in the international community.

Cambodia's exit from development triangle unlikely to affect other cooperation

During a meeting in New York, Cambodia’s Deputy Prime Minister confirmed that its withdrawal from the Development Triangle Area would not impact other existing cooperative mechanisms among Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia.

General Secretary and President To Lam advocates for global unity at UN Assembly

At the UN headquarters in New York, General Secretary and President To Lam delivered a compelling message advocating for strengthened multilateralism and collaborative efforts to build a peaceful, stable, prosperous, and sustainable future.

Vietnam and the US: A strategic partnership built on unimaginable progress

In a policy address at Columbia University, General Secretary and President To Lam emphasized Vietnam's commitment to global cooperation and the nation's readiness to contribute to world peace and development.

Party Chief, President To Lam meets PM Modi in New York

During his participation in the United Nations Future Summit and High-Level General Assembly session in New York on September 23, General Secretary and President To Lam met with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Vietnamese President highlights opportunity for global progress at Future Summit

At the UN Future Summit, Party Chief and President To Lam underscored the importance of global solidarity and technological cooperation, urging nations to leverage advancements for the betterment of humanity and future generations.

General Secretary and President To Lam arrives in New York for UN conferences

General Secretary and President To Lam arrived in New York to attend the UN Future Summit and the 79th General Assembly, highlighting Vietnam's contributions to global governance and international cooperation.