The Vietnamese delegation, led by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Do Hung Viet, presented its stance on the UPR cycle IV recommendations and shared updates on the human rights situation in Vietnam.

The session attracted attention from approximately 90 representatives from various countries, international organizations, and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) with consultative status at the UN Economic and Social Council, including NGOs from Vietnam.

Deputy Minister Do Hung Viet discussed the severe damages from Typhoon Yagi in Vietnam and the government's swift and decisive response efforts. Vietnam reiterated its steadfast commitment and consistent policy on protecting and promoting human rights, and its respect for the UPR mechanism and the Human Rights Council.

Vietnam's position was developed through thorough consideration and review of the UPR recommendations, with full participation from relevant agencies. A comprehensive plan to implement these recommendations is expected to be developed and carried out with full participation of all stakeholders, in a spirit of dialogue and cooperation.

Vietnam continues to strengthen its legal framework on human rights by enacting and amending several crucial legal documents related to human rights and civil rights.

Despite challenges posed by Typhoon Yagi, Vietnam's economic growth forecast remains positive and stable. Progress in gender equality, empowerment of women, and protection of vulnerable groups continue to advance positively.

Deputy Minister Do Hung Viet also spoke about the amnesty policy in 2024 for thousands of prisoners, facilitating their reintegration and positive contribution to the community.

Representatives from various countries and numerous international and non-governmental organizations praised Vietnam's serious engagement throughout the UPR process, particularly its high rate of accepting recommendations and its structured implementation plans.

Delegates commended Vietnam's impressive efforts and achievements in protecting and promoting human rights, especially in the face of challenges such as pandemics, climate change, and natural disasters.

Delegates acknowledged Vietnam's comprehensive progress in improving institutions, legal frameworks related to human rights, socio-economic development, innovation, sustainable poverty reduction, social security, and rights of vulnerable groups.

Many countries encouraged Vietnam to leverage its experiences and best practices in implementing the UPR recommendations.

The Human Rights Council unanimously agreed to adopt the outcome of Vietnam's UPR fourth cycle report, marking the completion of the fourth review cycle concerning the protection and promotion of human rights in Vietnam and moving into the implementation phase of the accepted recommendations.

The UPR is a unique mechanism of the UN Human Rights Council, in which all UN member states review policies, laws, measures, and outcomes achieved in protecting and promoting human rights.

In January 2024, Vietnam submitted its national report for the fourth UPR cycle to the Human Rights Council and participated in the dialogue session, receiving 320 recommendations from 133 countries.

Following the session on September 27th, Vietnam will move into the phase of implementing the accepted recommendations and prepare for the next reporting cycle.

On September 27th at the UN Headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland, Deputy Minister Do Hung Viet participated in an international symposium on "Integrating Human Rights Education into the Education System: Sharing Experiences and Practical Lessons," co-hosted by Vietnam, the Philippines, Australia, and Italy, and moderated by Ambassador Mai Phan Dung, Permanent Representative of Vietnam to Geneva. The event featured experts and representatives from Vietnam, the Philippines, Australia, and the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Office.

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