Foreign Ministry's spokeswoman Le Thi Thu Hang. (Source: VNA) Hang made the statement at the ministry’s regular press conference in Hanoi on April 5th, in response to reporters’ queries regarding some human rights organisations voicing their condemnation of the trial on April 5th, 2018 for six defendants accused of “trying to over throw the people’s administration”. She said Vietnam rejected the inaccurate and subjective information provided by these organizations, affirming that “in Vietnam, there are neither so-called “prisoners of conscience” nor arrests of people who have freely expressed their own opinions.” Like in other countries worldwide, in Vietnam, all violations of law will be strictly handled in line with legal regulations, the spokesperson said. Hang emphasised that Vietnam’s efforts and achievements in ensuring and promoting human rights over the past years have been widely acknowledged by the international … [Read more...] about Vietnam affirms consistent policy of ensuring human rights
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Vietnam will work harder to ensure human rights: ambassador
Addressing a panel discussion within the framework of the 37th session of the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) in Geneva on February 28, Ambassador Dung affirmed that Vietnam has seriously implemented international human rights commitments. He cited the country’s completion of a national report on the implementation of the International Convention against Torture and the International Convention on Civil and Political Rights. Vietnamese Ambassador Duong Chi Dung Vietnam has also materialised recommendations accepted in line with the UNHRC’s second-cycle universal periodical review, the ambassador added. He highlighted Vietnam’s priorities and initiatives at the UNHRC such as introducing the annual resolution on climate change and human rights and organising international seminars regarding the protection of vulnerable groups’ human rights. On the sidelines of the 37th session, the Vietnamese mission organised a seminar on the role of … [Read more...] about Vietnam will work harder to ensure human rights: ambassador
Advocating dialogue and cooperation in human rights
(VOVworld) – Vietnam has concluded its 2014-2016 term on the UN Human Rights Council. Vietnam has advocated dialogue and cooperation in human rights and enhanced efficiency, transparency, and balance in the UNHRC. The UN Headquarters in New York Vietnam was elected to the 2014-2016 term of the UN Human Rights Council on November 12, 2013, receiving184 of 192 votes. It was an important event in implementing Vietnam’s external policy of independence, self-reliance, and international integration. An active and responsible member Although this was the first time Vietnam was elected to the UNHRC, it has worked actively and responsibly with other countries to deal with challenges to human rights. At annual UN summits on Human Rights, Vietnam pledged to protect and promote human rights and contribute to resolving human right issues worldwide. Vietnam has implemented the Universal Periodic Review, the most important mechanism of the UN Human Right Council. Vietnam is a … [Read more...] about Advocating dialogue and cooperation in human rights
Bản in : Vietnam attends UN human rights session for first time
Vietnam attended the 27th annual session of the United Nations Human Rights Council that wrapped up in Geneva, Switzerland on September 26, marking its first presence at the gathering since its membership last year. During the three-week sitting, the top UN human rights watchdog ratified 32 resolutions and decisions, and four president’s statements. Leading the Vietnamese delegation, Ambassador Nguyen Trung Thanh, head of the Permanent Mission of Vietnam to Geneva delivered a speech, on behalf of ASEAN, at the opening session, and other discussions. He confirmed that the Vietnamese government is determined to protect and promote human rights, and join global efforts in this regard. The Vietnamese side offered feedback on many issues, including the rights of children and women, gender equality and teaching of history. It co-sponsored three draft resolutions on the children’s right to entertainment, the promotion of human rights via sports and Olympics, and girls’ … [Read more...] about Bản in : Vietnam attends UN human rights session for first time
Bản in : Vietnam active at Human Rights Council’s 30th session
The Vietnamese delegation took an active part at the just-concluded 30 th Session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (HRC) in Geneva, Switzerland, contributing opinions to annual debates, thematic sessions and dialogues as well as talks on the session’s draft resolutions. Ambassador Nguyen Trung Thanh, Head of Vietnam’s Permanent Mission to the UN, the World Trade Organisation and other international organisations in Geneva, delivered a number of important speeches at final debates on October 1-2, which focused on how to ensure and promote human rights and the needs for technical support in regional countries, including Cambodia, Sri Lanka and Myanmar. The diplomat commented on the efforts and commitments of relevant countries, stressing their need for cooperation and support, thus calling on the international community to engage in sincere dialogue and provide effective assistance for those countries. He also reiterated Vietnam’s viewpoint that cooperation … [Read more...] about Bản in : Vietnam active at Human Rights Council’s 30th session