Minister Counsellor Nguyen Hai Luu, Deputy Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the United Nations, made the statement at the sixth plenary meeting of the IGN process on UNSC reform held on Monday at the UN Headquarters in New York.
The Vietnamese diplomat reaffirmed Vietnam’s support for expanding both permanent and non-permanent membership categories while ensuring equitable geographical representation, particularly by increasing the participation of countries from Africa and the Asia-Pacific.
He stressed the need to advance more in-depth discussions on issues that have already garnered broad consensus, especially the reform of the UNSC’s working methods to enhance transparency, accountability, and effectiveness. Building on areas of agreement would help narrow differences, strengthen mutual understanding, and create a foundation for substantive progress in the reform process, Mr. Luu said.
Vietnam reiterated its commitment to participating in the IGN process in a constructive, cooperative, and responsible manner, while standing ready to work closely with member states and the co-chairs to advance meaningful UNSC reform that serves the common interests of the international community.
