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Vietnam among leading countries in global digital transformation

According to UN Under-Secretary-General Amandeep Singh Gill, Vietnam is in the group of leading countries in digital transformation, with the digital economy component growing two to three times faster than the rest of the economy.

Vietnam calls on countries to soon sign, ratify Hanoi Convention

VN has called on countries that have yet to sign or ratify the Hanoi Convention to soon complete the procedures so that it can enter into force promptly and deliver practical benefits to the international community in combating cybercrime.

Vietnam supports UN Security Council’s substantive reform

Vietnam has voiced the country’s support for substantive reform of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) to enhance the body’s representativeness, effectiveness and efficiency.

Vietnam, UN pledge to deepen cooperation on global technology governance

Vietnam considers capacity-building and greater self-reliance in science, technology, innovation and digital transformation a strategic priority, said Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Dang Hoang Giang.

Vietnam joins high seas treaty, opening new frontiers for ocean sustainability

Vietnam’s early ratification of the new High Seas Treaty signals a strong national commitment to ocean conservation and multilateral cooperation.

UN official: Vietnam is now a global frontrunner in digital transformation

With a strategic focus on AI and infrastructure, Vietnam rises on the global digital map

Vietnam, IAEA review national nuclear power infrastructure

Vietnam is working with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) on a comprehensive review of its national nuclear power infrastructure, an important step in preparing for the Ninh Thuan nuclear power project and similar projects in the future.

VN attends IMO Assembly’s 34th session, strengthens int’l maritime cooperation

Deputy Minister of Construction Nguyen Xuan Sang led a working delegation of Vietnam to attend the 34th session of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) Assembly (A34) and held meetings with relevant agencies in the maritime sector.

Vietnam’s Geneva Mission bridges localities with green finance

Increasing environmental standards, traceability requirements, and emissions assessments in major markets present both challenges and opportunities for VN localities to enhance production capacity and integrate more deeply into global value chains.

Vietnam, UNICEF celebrate five-decade cooperation

The Government and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) jointly held a ceremony in Hanoi on November 26 to mark 50 years of Vietnam–UNICEF cooperation and 35 years since the country ratified the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC).

UNICEF eyes partnership with HCMA in policy research on child rights

The two sides agreed on the direction of future cooperation, concentrating on policy research and consultation, personnel training, digital transformation and child-related data, as well as joint organisation of international workshops and seminars.

Vietnam commits to a world free of nuclear testing: Ambassador

Vietnam strongly supports the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty (CTBT), saying it is an important pillar of the global disarmament and non-proliferation regime.​

UNESCO General Conference adopts draft resolution proposed by Vietnam

A draft resolution recommending the launch of an “International Decade on Culture for Sustainable Development” was unanimously adopted at the 43rd session of the UNESCO General Conference held in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, on November 8.

Vietnam attends Second World Summit on Social Development in Qatar

A Vietnamese delegation led by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Nguyen Minh Hang attended the Second World Summit for Social Development 2025 that was held in Doha, Qatar, from November 4-6.

Vietnam, UNDP boost international cooperation on ethnic affairs

The MoU with UNDP demonstrates Vietnam’s proactiveness and responsibility in sharing practical experience in ethnic affairs, and promoting dialogue, understanding, and cooperation for sustainable, humane development.

Vietnam resolves to promote gender equality through legal reform: report

The Government has shown unwavering determination in promoting equal rights between women and men through the improvement of its legal system, according a report launched by the Ministry of Home Affairs and the UN Women in Hanoi on October 31.

Vietnam, international community call for end to embargo against Cuba

Vietnam will steadfastly support Cuba in protecting its independence, sovereignty, self-determination, and development rights, said Minister Counsellor Nguyen Hoang Nguyen, Chargé d’Affaires at the Vietnamese Delegation to the UN.

CMC’s cybersecurity ecosystem launches at landmark UN cybercrime convention

Following the signing of the UN Cybercrime Convention, CMC launches a full-stack security ecosystem to safeguard Vietnam’s data sovereignty.

VN proposes establishment of UN training centres on cybercrime investigation

VN has proposed that the United Nations and its Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) set up regional training centres on cybercrime investigation and electronic evidence to enhance countries’ capacity in combating the growing threat of online offences.

Solutions proposed to fast-track enforcement of Hanoi Convention

Deputy Minister of Public Security Sen. Lieut. Gen. Pham The Tung and Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Nguyen Minh Vu co-chaired a high-level debate within the Signing Ceremony and the High-Level Conference of the UN Convention against Cybercrime.