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Vietnam striving to teach human rights at all-level educational institutes by 2025

Knowledge about human rights will be put into the curriculum of all the educational institutes by 2025, heard a press briefing by the Ministry of Information and Communications’ Department of External Affairs and Human Rights on November 17.

UN Human Rights Council seat demonstrates int'l recognition of Vietnam's achievements

With its seat in the UNHRC, Vietnam will have opportunities to contribute to promoting all human rights on the basis of impartiality, cooperation and dialogue.

US congratulates Vietnam on UN Human Rights Council seat

Assistant Secretary of State for East Asia and Pacific Affairs Daniel Kritenbrink, during his current visit to Vietnam, extended US congratulations to Vietnam on its recent election as a member of the UN Human Rights Council.

FM: Vietnam to join hands with int’l community to build a world of peace

Vietnam will work alongside the international community to build a world of peace, where all people, states and nations may benefit from the fruits of development and social progress, and where no one is left behind.

Human rights in Vietnam positively recognized by international friends

The truth is that human rights in Vietnam are always guaranteed in the Constitution, legal institutions, focused in State policies and getting better in all aspects of life.

Vietnam’s election to UNHRC affirms efforts in promoting human rights: official

Vietnam’s election to the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) for the 2023-2025 tenure affirms the recognition of Vietnam's position and its effort in promoting and protecting human rights, Deputy Foreign Minister Pham Quang Hieu has said.

Vietnam elected to UN Human Rights Council

Vietnam was elected to the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHCR) for the 2023-2025 tenure on October 11 at the 77th session of the UN General Assembly in New York.

Vietnam rejects some int’l organisations’ prejudices on human rights situation

Vietnam’s consistent policy is to protect and promote the basic rights of people, Spokeswoman of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Le Thi Thu Hang said during the ministry’s regular press conference on September 22.

Vietnam pledges to strengthen effectiveness of HRC through dialogue, cooperation and mutual respect

Vietnam stands ready to work with member states and stakeholders to uphold the principles of the UN Charter and international law, and strengthen efficiency and effectiveness of Human Rights Council through dialogue, cooperation and mutual respect.

People who made 'missteps' in life have a second chance with help from local programs

Returning to his home village after ideological re-education, Ro Chom Brong can now borrow money from banks, learn how to organize production, and earn money to support himself and his family.

Vietnam, Australia hold 17th human rights dialogue

The 17th Vietnam – Australia Human Rights Dialogue was productive and frank, and covered an extensive range of issues, according to a statement issued by the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) on January 13.

Vietnam responds to US-ASEAN summit rumours, not being invited to the US-led Summit for Democracy

Vietnam’s policy is to build “a Socialist democracy in tandem with upholding people’s rights to democracy in all aspects of their social life.”

Programme aims to spur socio-economic development in mountainous areas

Deputy PM Pham Binh Minh has recently signed a decision approving the national target programme on socio-economic development in ethnic minority-inhabited and mountainous areas, with the first phase from now to 2025.

Vietnam working hard to promote human rights

The Vietnamese Government has rolled out various guidelines and policies towards people and human rights protection, heard an international workshop in Hanoi on October 22.

UNHRC adopts Vietnam-proposed resolution on climate change, human rights

The United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) on July 14 wrapped up its 47th session in Geneva, Switzerland, with 27 resolutions adopted, including one regarding climate change and human rights, 

Ambassador affirms Vietnam’s consistent policy on promoting human rights

Ambassador Le Thi Tuyet Mai, Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the UN, the World Trade Organisation, and other international organisations in Geneva, 

Vietnam’s human rights achievements undeniable

Throughout history, Vietnam has always put its people at the centre of every socio-economic development strategy, programme, and project, thereby obtaining considerable and multifaceted achievements in ensuring human rights.

Bringing skills of Vietnam to United Nations Human Rights Council discourse

Vietnam will run for the United Nations Human Rights Council for the 2023-2025 term to spur human rights in the international arena.

Vietnam presents candidature for membership of UN Human Rights Council

Keeping the society safe against pandemics is the best way to ensure each member can fully enjoy their human rights.

Premature release of prisoners on conditions: Preventing recidivism, ensuring human rights

Premature release of prisoners on conditions is an effective measure in preventing recidivism and a humane form of management and education, ensuring human rights.