(VOVWORLD) -The International Court of Justice (ICJ) in The Hague, Netherlands, last week issued its advisory opinion on the obligations of States in respect of climate change after a two-year-long process, with Vietnam making proactive contribution throughout the process.
 The session announces the International Court of Justice's advisory opinion on the obligations of States in respect of climate change. (Photo: VNA) |
As a key member of the core group of 18 countries, Vietnam engaged in advocating for the UN General Assembly’s Resolution N.77/276, requesting for the ICJ’s advisory opinion. Following the resolution's adoption, Vietnam fully participated in all procedural steps for the first time, from submitting written proposals to presenting directly at the court’s hearings.
Vietnam presided over various conferences and discussions to support Asia-Pacific developing nations to prepare their legal inputs, thereby promoting their collective voice in this crucial legal process.
In its statements and written briefs, Vietnam consistently respected international law, underscoring that all nations share a collective responsibility to prevent and mitigate climate change in accordance with related international treaties.
It called for recognition of the rights of the most climate-vulnerable countries, accounting for historical emissions and national capacities, ensuring adherence to principles of equity and common but differentiated responsibilities in climate response.