The fact that 72 UN member states signed the convention in Hanoi demonstrated strong global commitment to and support for the first international legal instrument on cooperation in combating cybercrime.
Ghada Waly, outgoing Executive Director of the UN Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), has praised Vietnam’s proactive and constructive participation in negotiation and preparations for the signing ceremony of the UN Convention against Cybercrime recently held in Hanoi.
The prompt implementation of the Hanoi Convention, with the participation of civil society and the private sector, is considered a key factor in effectively dealing with challenges posed by cybercrime, said the Permanent Mission of France to the UN.
The Signing Ceremony and High-Level Conference of the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime (Hanoi Convention), has successfully concluded with 72 signatories from various regions of the world. International delegates shared with the Vietnam News Agency their impression at the event’s successful organisation and commended Vietnam’s efforts in fostering global cooperation against cybercrime.
After two days of dynamic and productive sessions on October 25–26, the Signing Ceremony and High-Level Conference of the United Nations Convention on Cybercrime (Hanoi Convention) has concluded in Hanoi, marking a historical milestone and ushering into a new era of global cooperation in the digital era.
The Signing Ceremony and High-level Conference of the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime (Hanoi Convention) took place on October 25-26 in Hanoi, leaving a deep impression and marking the beginning of a new era of global cooperation in the digital age.
Vietnam values its traditional friendship and multifaceted cooperation with Ecuador and is determined to advance bilateral relations in a more substantive and effective manner for the benefit of both peoples.
According to the UN’s official site news.un.org, 72 countries have signed the Hanoi Convention so far, including 64 at the plenary signing, a move praised by UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres as a historic step toward a safer digital world.
The signing ceremony for the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime is not merely a legal formality but also a pivotal platform for dialogue, cooperation, and exchange among governments, international organisations, and the private sector.
The United Nations Convention against Cybercrime (Hanoi Convention) is expected to provide a robust legal framework that enables countries to cooperate more effectively in preventing and prosecuting human trafficking and online fraud while safeguarding the rights of individuals, especially migrants, said Kendra Rinas, Chief of Mission of the International Organisation for Migration (IOM) in Vietnam.
International community has highlighted the signifiance of the UN Convention against Cybercrime (Hanoi Convention) Signing Ceremony & High-level Conference in Hanoi on October 25-26, and praised Vietnam for its role as host.
The top legislators agreed to further strengthen parliamentary ties by enhancing the supervisory role of their legislatures in implementing agreements reached during Chairman Man’s official visit to Uzbekistan in April 2025. They emphasised the importance of parliamentary friendship groups and specialised committees in fostering mutual understanding and professional exchanges between legislators of both countries.
Affirming that Vietnam and Poland still have significant potential and room to enhance cooperation, particularly between the law enforcement agencies in the fight against crime, Quang expressed his pleasure that the Vietnamese Ministry of Public Security and the Polish Ministry of Digital Affairs will sign a Memorandum of Understanding on cybersecurity cooperation during this visit.
More than 70 countries have signed the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime, known as the Hanoi Convention, in Hanoi, marking the first time the international community has established a legally binding framework to combat cybercrime, local media reported.
Vietnam’s hosting of the signing ceremony of the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime (Hanoi Convention) marks a major step in its efforts in global integration on cybersecurity and financial security, underscoring the country’s determination to strengthen its defences against money laundering and other high-tech crimes.
Vietnam's hosting of the signing ceremony of the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime (Hanoi Convention) has strengthened the country’s position as a responsible and trusted partner in promoting a safer, more inclusive global digital environment.
The PMs also highlighted the strong development of Vietnam–Cambodia–Laos relations, marked by high political trust and close cooperation across all fields. They noted that the three countries have maintained the regular exchange of high-level delegations, effectively implemented cooperation mechanisms, and deepened their defence - security collaboration.
Hanoi – the “City for Peace” – once again became a global forum for trust and collaboration, a vivid testament to Vietnam’s growing role in advancing the UN’s goals of peace, security, and development.
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 not only acted as a professional and responsible host but also embodied a spirit of cooperation and knowledge-sharing.
