Vietnam pledges to promote UN’s common agenda: Diplomat
(VOVWORLD) - Ambassador Dang Hoang Giang, head of the Permanent Delegation of Vietnam to the UN, has praised the proposals outlined in the UN Secretary-General’s report ‘Our Common Agenda’ for covering breakthrough initiatives and future orientations important to Vietnam, developing countries, and the world as a whole.
 Ambassador Dang Hoang Giang, head of the Permanent Delegation of Vietnam to the UN, at the a consultation session on March 03, 2022 (Photo: Khac Hieu/VNA) |
Giang spoke at a consultation session held by UN General Assembly on Thursday under the theme “protecting our planet and being prepared for the future”, which focused on proposals on environment, climate, health and support for future generations.
According to the diplomat, initiatives such as the appointment of special envoys for future generations and future laboratories, or an emergency response mechanism to global crises, can help mobilize resources for existing plans if implemented properly.
On health issues, Giang reaffirmed Vietnam's support for the global vaccination plan and assistance for low- and middle-income countries to access medical technology, and for strengthening institutions and finance for the World Health Organisation.
As for climate change, Giang said that at the 26th UN Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP26), Vietnam has committed to achieving net zero emissions by 2050 and will not build new coal power plants.
He expressed support of the UN Secretary General's call for financial assistance and technology sharing for developing countries such as small island nations and those that are facing serious risks.