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Vietnam begins term as UN Women Executive Board member

Ambassador Dang Hoang Giang, head of Vietnam's permanent mission to the United Nations (UN), on February 10 attended the annual session of the UN Women Executive Board as a newly elected member for the 2025-2027 term.

Ambassador Dang Hoang Giang, head of Vietnam's permanent mission to the United Nations (UN), delivers a speech at the meeting. (Photo: VNA)
Ambassador Dang Hoang Giang, head of Vietnam's permanent mission to the United Nations (UN), delivers a speech at the meeting. (Photo: VNA)

New York (VNA) - Ambassador Dang Hoang Giang, head of Vietnam's permanent mission to the United Nations (UN), on February 10 attended the annual session of the UN Women Executive Board as a newly elected member for the 2025-2027 term.

This first session of 2025 focused on enhancing operational efficiency and shaping the 2026-2029 strategic plan. Delegates acknowledged progress in gender equality but highlighted ongoing challenges, including conflicts, humanitarian crises, violence, discrimination, climate change impacts, social injustice and resource constraints. The slow progress in achieving the 2030 Agenda was also a key concern.

Addressing the session, Ambassador Giang underscored the importance of assessing achievements, drawing lessons, and formulating timely solutions. He emphasised the need for greater female participation in science, technology, and innovation through STEM education for girls and a global framework to connect women in these fields.

The ambassador called for more efficient resource allocation for essential areas such as health and education, gender impact assessments, and transparent budgeting to drive substantive progress. He stressed targeted measures, including gender quotas, leadership training, and policies supporting work-life balance to enhance women's roles in decision-making.

Ambassador Giang also highlighted Vietnam’s efforts in gender equality, citing a high percentage of female lawmakers and scientists, as well as the country’s early adoption of a National Strategy on Gender Equality for 2020-2031. Vietnam reaffirmed its commitment to working with UN Women and fellow board members to advance gender equality and accelerate progress on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), ensuring no one is left behind, he noted.

The UN Women Executive Board, comprising 41 member states, plays a crucial role in shaping policies and programmes to promote gender equality and empower women and girls worldwide. Vietnam was elected as a member for the 2025-2027 term and will officially assume its role on January 1, 2025./.

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