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Vietnam’s Election to the UNHRC - Great Responsibility yet Important Opportunity

14:57 | 11/12/2022

Vietnam’s election to the UNHRC for the period 2023-2025 presents a great responsibility but also an important opportunity to redouble efforts in protecting and promoting economic, social, cultural, civil and political rights in line with international human rights standards.

Vietnam News Today (Dec. 11): PM Chinh’s Visit to Take Vietnam-Netherlands Ties to New Heights

09:20 | 11/12/2022

Vietnam News Today (Dec. 11): Vietnam logs 408 new Covid-19 cases on December 10; PM Chinh’s visit to take Vietnam-Netherlands ties to new heights; Vietnam prioritises upholding international commitments to human rights; Ho Chi Minh City sets growth target of 7.5-8% for 2023.

'I am Sure Vietnam will Continue to Share Values Relating to the Rights of Women and Children'

07:43 | 14/11/2022

“For Vietnam, the advantages greatly outweigh the disadvantages especially as they relate to women and children… Vietnam has much to share and I am hoping that they continue to focus on the rights of women and children,” said Rad Kivette - CEO of VinaCapital Foundation, in an interview with VietnamTimes.

Vietnam News Today (Oct. 13): Vietnam Blockchain Summit 2022 to Take Place on October 19-20

06:00 | 13/10/2022

Vietnam News Today (Oct. 13): Vietnam, Bangladesh boost co-operation to contribute to UNHRC; Vietnam to make active contributions to CICA: Ambassador; Vietnam strives to contribute to common values of human rights; Vietnam Blockchain Summit 2022 to take place on October 19-20.

Vietnam Gains Int’l Trust Thanks to Responsible Contributions: Researcher

06:48 | 10/10/2022

Vietnam has gained a position and reputation in the international arena thanks to its contributions to the international community.

Vietnam News Today (Oct. 7): Vietnamese Achievements in Ensuring Human Rights Undeniable

05:51 | 07/10/2022

Vietnam News Today (Oct. 7): 1,130 new Covid-19 cases recorded on October 6; Vietnamese achievements in ensuring human rights undeniable; E-retailing to grow 20% this year; Phu Quoc voted among top 10 best islands in Asia.

Vietnam News Today (Sep. 23): Vietnam - 'Rising Star' in Startup Investment

08:22 | 23/09/2022

Vietnam News Today (Sep. 23): Over 1,900 new Covid-19 cases logged on September 22; Vietnam rejects false claims from international human rights organizations; Vietnam: 'rising star' in startup investment; Vietnamese universities, foreign partners co-launch over 400 training courses.

UN Women Hails Vietnam’s Efforts in Developing Draft Law for Gender Transformation

10:24 | 28/08/2022

The event offers an opportunity for transgender people and their families to share their experiences and difficulties in the daily life, while making recommendations for the draft law regarding transgender rights.

Vietnam's Commitment to Human Rights in Responding to Climate Change

17:08 | 31/07/2022

Vietnam has paid special attention to ensuring human rights during climate change response.

Vietnam Promotes Rights of Persons with Disabilities: Minister Counsellor

14:24 | 17/06/2022

Vietnam has always attached importance to promoting and protecting the rights and interests of persons with disabilities in the principles of equality and non-discrimination.

Vietnam's Impressive Multilateral Diplomacy in Human Rights

14:32 | 10/02/2022

2021 is a dynamic year for Vietnam at multilateral forums on human rights.

Vietnam's Achievements in Human Rights Diplomacy

08:39 | 15/01/2022

In 2021, Vietnam's diplomacy in human rights earned outstanding achievements

Responding to Gender-Based Violence - Urgent Action to Protect Human Rights

08:02 | 14/12/2021

62.9% of Vietnamese women experienced at least one or more types of violence in their lifetime by their husbands. If we consider the tangible losses (direct costs and lost jobs) and the intangible ones (loss of labor productivity), it is costing Vietnam’s national economy the equivalent of 1.8% of GDP, equivalent to VND 100,000 billion.

UN to Further Support Vietnam in Human Rights Issues

12:33 | 11/12/2021

The United Nations will continue to support Vietnam in human rights issues in the time ahead, Acting UN Resident Coordinator in Vietnam Rana Flowers has affirmed.

Part 2: Recognizing, Respecting, Protecting and Ensuring Human Rights - From Commitment to Action

03:08 | 10/12/2021

Vietnam's Government has decided to run for the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) for the term 2023-2025 with the desire to make a more active, responsible and effective contribution to the joint effort to promote and protect human rights. Vietnam has been unanimously supported by the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) as the Association's only candidate for this position.

Part 1: Humanity- The Center Of Every Policy In Vietnam

08:02 | 09/12/2021

Protecting and promoting human rights is the consistent policy of Vietnam. This policy is reflected throughout the Constitution, laws and socio-economic development strategies and plans as well as the respect and implementation of international obligations and commitments in the field of human rights. Among them, there are recommendations under the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) Mechanism that Vietnam has accepted at the third cycle in 2019.

Vietnam Prioritizes Human Rights in Addressing Climate Change

16:17 | 06/12/2021

The Vietnamese government has been making efforts to respond to natural disasters. This activity continues to affirm Vietnam's policy in ensuring the rights of people, especially vulnerable groups in society.

Protecting Human Rights During Pandemic - Lessons Learned from Canada, Indonesia

11:00 | 06/12/2021

Given the direct and indirect impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic on human rights, the Canadian and Indonesian governments have made timely responses to ensure citizens’ rights based on the country’s socio-economy, international commitments and respect for human rights values. The solutions are practical lessons Vietnam can draw on to better control its pandemic

Poverty Reduction to Ensure Human Rights in Vietnam

07:57 | 02/12/2021

Over the past 30 years, Vietnam has become a successful model in the world in poverty reduction, and is one of the 30 countries applying a multidimensional approach to poverty reduction, a bright spot in ensuring human rights in Vietnam.

Agencies Fight Against Human Trafficking to Ensure Human Rights

10:33 | 01/12/2021

Though having to focus on dealing with the pandemic, the Party, National Assembly, Government, ministries, and localities of Vietnam still prioritize the prevention and combat of human trafficking to ensure security, social order, national safety, and the peaceful and happy life of the people. Vietnam's efforts and commitments in the prevention and combat of human trafficking have been internationally recognized and appreciated.