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Vietnam joins efforts to push signing of High Seas Treaty

Thirty-five nations that have signed or officially deposited their instruments of ratification or approval took part in the event, which was within the framework of the ongoing third United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3) in Nice, France.

PM meets with leaders of countries, int'l organisations on UNOC 3 sidelines

At the meetings, the leaders of the countries and international organisations appreciated the role and position of Vietnam, expressing their desire to strengthen cooperation with Vietnam in various fields.

PM Pham Minh Chinh meets UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres in Nice

The UN Secretary-General affirmed that meetings with Vietnamese leaders, including PM Chinh, at international conferences have become a tradition in the partnership between UN and Vietnam.

PM co-chairs Deltas of the World Summit, urges action against climate threats

Deltas cover just 0.65% of the Earth’s land but support 4.5% of its population and produce 6% of global food output.

Vietnam’s journey toward comprehensive reproductive rights

With technical support from UNFPA, FP2030 and strong collaboration with partners, Vietnam is accelerating efforts to ensure that every pregnancy is by choice, not by chance.

PM stresses need to focus resources on three main areas for protection of oceans

For Vietnam, with its more than 3,000km of coastline, PM Chinh affirmed that the sea is not just a geographical concept but a symbol of national identity and the soul of the Vietnamese people.

Vietnam puts forward female associate professor for international maritime court

Associate Professor Nguyen Thi Lan Anh is Vietnam’s first-ever nominee for ITLOS judge for the 2026–2035 term.

Vietnam reaffirms support for UN efficiency improvement

Ambassador Dang Hoang Giang has reaffirmed Vietnam’s active and longstanding participation in UN reform efforts, notably through its pioneering adoption of the “Delivering as One” approach.​

Vietnam to host UN cybercrime treaty signing in October

President Luong Cuong invites global leaders to Hanoi for a major milestone in international cybercrime cooperation.

UN hails Vietnam’s AI vision in Resolution 57 as model for inclusive progress

Vietnam’s ambitious artificial intelligence (AI) strategy, as outlined in Resolution 57 of the Politburo, has been hailed by international and domestic experts as a historic and visionary move toward inclusive, human-centric innovation.

UN Special Envoy proposes road safety solutions in Vietnam

Commenting on Vietnam’s traffic regulations, Todt observed that penalties, primarily fines, remain relatively lenient. Beyond stricter laws, the key lies in changing public behaviour and ingrained driving habits, he said.

Global leaders to gather in Vietnam for milestone P4G summit on green transition

Vietnam will host the P4G Summit in Hanoi, welcoming the UN Deputy Secretary-General and several prime ministers as the country affirms its commitment to sustainable green development.

Vietnam to host 2025 global summit on green growth and sustainable development

For the first time, Vietnam will host the P4G Summit, reaffirming its global leadership in climate action and sustainable transformation.

Vietnam urges two-state solution amid Israel-Palestine conflict

Amid escalating violence between Israel and Palestine, Vietnam has called for a two-state solution, urging compliance with international humanitarian law to protect civilians.

Free Vietnamese language class launched for children in New York

A free Vietnamese language class has been launched for children from the Vietnamese community in New York and neighbouring areas, with teachers from Columbia University participating in the initiative.

Vietnam registers Tonkin Gulf sea boundaries with the UN under UNCLOS

The UN confirms Vietnam has submitted its nautical chart and baseline coordinates for the Tonkin Gulf, reinforcing its maritime boundaries under the 1982 UNCLOS.

VN presents report at Convention on Rights of Persons with Disabilities session

Vietnam’s Party and State highly prioritise the rights of the disabled as seen in the implementation of a system of support policies to ensure favourable conditions for the group to equally exercise their rights.

Vietnam committed to supporting nuclear weapon-free world: Ambassador

Vietnam was among the first countries to sign the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons on September 22, 2017, and later became the 10th country to ratify the agreement on May 17, 2018.

Vietnam, UNODC unveil cybercrime convention signing in Hanoi

Vietnamese Ambassador to Indonesia Ta Van Thong described the convention as a historic milestone in crime prevention and criminal justice and the first global treaty tackling the multifaceted challenges of online crime.

Vietnam co-sponsors UN resolution on 80th anniversary of end of WWII

Established to prevent future conflicts, the UN has set key principles governing international relations and advanced the global decolonisation process.