On September 20, 1977, the 32nd session of the UN General Assembly in New York adopted a resolution admitting Vietnam to the United Nations. (Photo: VNA Archive)
On September 20, 1977, the 32nd session of the UN General Assembly in New York adopted a resolution admitting Vietnam to the United Nations. (Photo: VNA Archive)
Vietnamese flag is raised at the United Nations Headquarters on September 20, 1977, marking Vietnam’s official admission to the organisation. (Photo: VNA Archive)
Vietnamese flag is raised at the United Nations Headquarters on September 20, 1977, marking Vietnam’s official admission to the organisation. (Photo: VNA Archive)
As a responsible UN member, Vietnam has actively participated in efforts to promote and protect human rights, receiving international recognition for its contributions. (Photo: VNA)
As a responsible UN member, Vietnam has actively participated in efforts to promote and protect human rights, receiving international recognition for its contributions. (Photo: VNA)
General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam and President To Lam meets with UN Secretary-General António Guterres in New York on the afternoon of September 24, 2024 (local time) on the occasion of attending the 79th session of the UN General Assembly and working in the United States. (Photo: Lam Khanh - VNA)
General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam and President To Lam meets with UN Secretary-General António Guterres in New York on the afternoon of September 24, 2024 (local time) on the occasion of attending the 79th session of the UN General Assembly and working in the United States. (Photo: Lam Khanh - VNA)
Vietnamese peacekeepers have continued to contribute to UN peacekeeping missions, bringing their professional expertise and sense of responsibility to the field. In the photo: Three Vietnamese police officers serving with the UN peacekeeping mission in South Sudan receive UN Peacekeeping Medals in October 2023. (Photo: VNA)
Vietnamese peacekeepers have continued to contribute to UN peacekeeping missions, bringing their professional expertise and sense of responsibility to the field. In the photo: Three Vietnamese police officers serving with the UN peacekeeping mission in South Sudan receive UN Peacekeeping Medals in October 2023. (Photo: VNA)
Vietnam took part in UN Security Council discussions on the protection of civilians in armed conflict, contributing to international efforts to promote peace and security. In the photo: A UN Security Council meeting in New York in July 2021. (Photo: Huu Thanh - VNA)
Vietnam took part in UN Security Council discussions on the protection of civilians in armed conflict, contributing to international efforts to promote peace and security. In the photo: A UN Security Council meeting in New York in July 2021. (Photo: Huu Thanh - VNA)
On the evening of June 7, 2019 (Vietnam time), the President of the United Nations General Assembly announced that Vietnam had been elected a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council for the 2020-2021 term. Vietnam received 192 of the 193 votes cast by UN member states. (Photo: Published by VNA)
On the evening of June 7, 2019 (Vietnam time), the President of the United Nations General Assembly announced that Vietnam had been elected a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council for the 2020-2021 term. Vietnam received 192 of the 193 votes cast by UN member states. (Photo: Published by VNA)
On September 4, 2026, the UN General Assembly adopted the resolution “International Decade of Culture for Sustainable Development (2027-2036)”, proposed and promoted by Vietnam together with a core group comprising Cyprus, Italy, Laos, Qatar and Saint Kitts and Nevis. In the photo: Ambassador Do Hung Viet, Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the United Nations, introduces the resolution. (Photo: VNA)
On September 4, 2026, the UN General Assembly adopted the resolution “International Decade of Culture for Sustainable Development (2027-2036)”, proposed and promoted by Vietnam together with a core group comprising Cyprus, Italy, Laos, Qatar and Saint Kitts and Nevis. In the photo: Ambassador Do Hung Viet, Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the United Nations, introduces the resolution. (Photo: VNA)
President Luong Cuong holds talks with UN Secretary-General António Guterres in October 2025. (Photo: Lam Khanh - VNA)
President Luong Cuong holds talks with UN Secretary-General António Guterres in October 2025. (Photo: Lam Khanh - VNA)
Vietnam, in collaboration with the United Nations, hosted the signing ceremony for the Hanoi Convention, providing a platform for dialogue, cooperation and confidence-building in the fight against cybercrime. In the photo: Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and UN Secretary-General António Guterres meet the press during the United Nations Convention Against Cybercrime Signing Ceremony & High-level Conference. (Photo: VNA)
Vietnam, in collaboration with the United Nations, hosted the signing ceremony for the Hanoi Convention, providing a platform for dialogue, cooperation and confidence-building in the fight against cybercrime. In the photo: Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and UN Secretary-General António Guterres meet the press during the United Nations Convention Against Cybercrime Signing Ceremony & High-level Conference. (Photo: VNA)
Energy transition and renewable energy development are important steps towards cutting emissions, protecting the environment and advancing sustainable development. In the photo: Phuoc Thai solar power complex in Khanh Hoa province. (Photo: Huy Hung - VNA)
Energy transition and renewable energy development are important steps towards cutting emissions, protecting the environment and advancing sustainable development. In the photo: Phuoc Thai solar power complex in Khanh Hoa province. (Photo: Huy Hung - VNA)
Ecosystem restoration is essential to reversing environmental degradation, protecting biodiversity and strengthening resilience to climate change. In the photo: Lush mangrove forests along Tam Giang Lagoon in front of villages in Quang Loi commune, Hue, help protect the local ecosystem, trap sediment and support livelihoods, while also creating attractive destinations for visitors. (Photo: Ho Cau - VNA)
Ecosystem restoration is essential to reversing environmental degradation, protecting biodiversity and strengthening resilience to climate change. In the photo: Lush mangrove forests along Tam Giang Lagoon in front of villages in Quang Loi commune, Hue, help protect the local ecosystem, trap sediment and support livelihoods, while also creating attractive destinations for visitors. (Photo: Ho Cau - VNA)
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11

Vietnam an active, responsible member of United Nations

Since joining the United Nations on September 20, 1977, Vietnam has played an increasingly active role in UN activities and made substantive contributions in a wide range of areas, from the UN Security Council and Human Rights Council to peacekeeping, marine and ocean affairs, environmental protection and sustainable development.