Vietnam suggests holding global forum to promote green technology
(VOVWORLD) - Minister Counsellor Nguyen Hoang Nguyen, Deputy Head of the Permanent Delegation of Vietnam to the UN, on Wednesday stressed that with over 80% of the sustainable development goals (SDGs) behind schedule, countries must strive to fully implement commitments made at the SDG Summit 2023 and the Summit of the Future in 2024 to bring the implementation of the 2030 Agenda back on track.
 Minister Counsellor Nguyen Hoang Nguyen, Deputy Head of the Permanent Delegation of Vietnam to the UN, speak at the debate. (Photo: VNA) |
Speaking at a meeting hosted by the Economic and Financial Committee of the UN General Assembly (UNGA)’s 77th Session, Nguyen said Vietnam will continue to prioritise fulfilling its climate commitments, including the goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, implementing the Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP), and actively participating in the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee on addressing plastic waste.
Nguyen reiterated the proposal by Vietnamese Party General Secretary and State President To Lam at the Summit of the Future, which called for the establishment of a global forum where regional organizations, including ASEAN, can share experiences and promote cooperation on green technology.
Vietnam will continue to priorities fulfilling its climate commitments, including the goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, implementing the Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP), and actively participating in the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee on addressing plastic waste, he affirmed.
During the meeting, participants also urged the international community to strengthen partnerships and support developing countries in responding to climate and environmental challenges as they work towards realizing SDGs.