Latin American media have praised Vietnam for successfully hosting the Signing Ceremony and High-level Conference of the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime (known as the Hanoi Convention), calling it a historic milestone in international cooperation to ensure global cybersecurity.
Vietnam was elected to the UNHRC for the 2026-2028 term on October 14 (New York time), with 180 votes - the highest among Asia-Pacific candidates competing for seats in this body. The 2026-2028 term will officially begin on January 1, 2026.
The re-election not only carries great symbolic value but also affirms the correct, proactive, and responsible foreign policy that Vietnam has been pursuing during its process of integration into the world.
Regarding Vietnam’s candidacy for re-election to the UNHRC for the 2026-2028 term, Dung said Vietnam enters the election with a proactive, confident and responsible attitude, based on a solid foundation of the process of consistently implementing commitments to promote and protect human rights, both domestically and internationally.
Featuring more than 50 artistic photos, most of which were taken by Vietnam News Agency (VNA) photographers, the exhibition reflects the country’s strong and consistent commitment to promoting and protecting human rights globally through dialogue, cooperation, and mutual understanding.
Successfully completing its 2023-2025 tenure provides an important foundation for Vietnam to further enhance its reputation and create favourable momentum for its re-election to the UNHRC in the 2026–2028 tenure.
The policy reflects Vietnam’s tradition of humanity and compassion, as well as the Party and State’s leniency toward convicted prisoners who have sincerely repented, made outstanding contributions to rehabilitation, and expressed the desire to reintegrate into society as law-abiding and useful citizens.
The second round of amnesties in 2025 involves the largest number of eligible inmates in history, reflecting the significance of the National Day anniversary, said Permanent Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Hoa Binh.
Vietnam remains committed to a comprehensive approach to human rights, balancing civil and political rights with economic, social, cultural, and environmental rights. The Government consistently respects and protects citizens’ right to freedom of religion and belief while focusing on the development of ethnic minority regions to ensure equality, inclusion, and "no one left behind.”
Vietnam always stands ready to engage in frank and constructive discussions with the US on remaining differences to enhance mutual understanding, contributing positively to the development of the Vietnam – US comprehensive strategic partnership for peace, cooperation, and sustainable development.
Throughout the 59th session of the UNHRC, Vietnam’s delegation demonstrated a proactive, constructive, and responsible approach—engaging in dialogue, contributing to resolutions, and co-sponsoring major initiatives.
Granting couples and individuals the right to decide when to have children, how many to have, and the spacing between births, in line with their health, living conditions, work, study, and caregiving capacities, is fully aligned with the principles of the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD), to which Vietnam is a committed signatory, said the UNFPA Country Representative in Vietnam.
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son commended the AICHR’s contributions over the past 15 years and expressed confidence in its continued role in advancing the realisation of the ASEAN Community Vision 2045 and other regional cooperation strategies.
Vietnam, which is committed to peace and placing the well-being of its people above others, has consistently placed human rights at the core of its development strategy.
Vietnam not only provides updates on its progress but also shares practical experiences, contributing to global discussions on common concerns. These efforts have been met with positive feedback from international partners, reinforcing Vietnam’s standing and credibility at multilateral forums, including the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC).
PM Pham Minh Chinh's activities in Brazil, Vietnam's economic performance in the first half of 2025, and the country advancing to the final round of the 2026 AFC Women’s Asian Cup are among news highlights last weekend.
Considering the dialogue an opportunity to introduce Vietnam’s efforts and achieved results, the Vietnamese delegation will participate in the session with an open, sincere, cooperative, and constructive spirit.
The event underscored Vietnam’s proactive role in advancing human rights in the context of climate change, helped strengthen its network of partners, and shared practical lessons with the international community.
The regional workshop on gender lens perspective on business and human rights in ASEAN from June 30 to July 1 features five discussion panels, including one chaired by Vietnam’s representative to AICHR, Nguyen Thanh Trung, focusing on mainstreaming gender perspectives into policies, processes, mechanisms, and business operations.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has approved a master plan on implementation of recommendations accepted by Vietnam under the fourth cycle of the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC).