The Ministry of Foreign Affairs held an international press conference in Hanoi on April 15 to announce Vietnam's National Report under the United Nations Human Rights Council’s fourth cycle of the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) mechanism.

Vietnam has the potential to become a global symbol of happiness, blending rapid economic growth with cultural preservation and social equity, says Professor Ha Vinh Tho.

Bac Giang Province has made remarkable strides in socio-economic development and human rights protections, as highlighted during a 2024 training conference on human rights organized by provincial and government leaders.

The report of the United Nations (UN) agencies in Vietnam under the 4th cycle of the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) mechanism contains many inaccurate and unverified contents.

Vietnam’s election to the UN Women Executive Board highlights its achievements in gender equality and its commitment to global collaboration.

Major changes to labor policies, wage structures, and civil service recognition will take effect in April 2024, signaling adjustments in state-owned enterprises and broader labor management practices.

Vietnam has ascended eight places from 115th to 107th position in the latest Human Development Index (HDI) rankings, solidifying its position among developing countries with a high HDI.

Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son has called on countries to support Vietnam's bid for re-election as a member of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) for the 2026-2028 tenure.

Foreign Ministry’s spokeswoman Pham Thu Hang has conveyed Vietnam's regret and urged the US not to include Vietnam in the Special Watch List for religious freedom.

Spokeswoman for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Pham Thu Hang on January 11 refuted the accuracy of the information about Vietnam’s human right commitments posted on the website of the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights.

Vietnam has so far this year had six outstanding initiatives at all three regular meetings of the council, which received the support and co-sponsorship of many countries and international organisations, according to Ambassador Le Thi Tuyet Mai.

Vietnam has so far implemented 86.7% of Universal Periodic Review (UPR) third cycle recommendations, and 12.4% of recommendations have been partially completed.

What is more impressive is that some EM groups with a population of fewer than 1,000 have had a say in the legislative body.

The Government has issued Decree No. 09/2023/ND-CP detailing the implementation of the model of organizing labor activities, guiding career and vocational training for prisoners outside prison.

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism is working on a draft circular on criteria, quality standards, economic-technical norms and guidance on the implementation of models on prevention and control of domestic violence.

November 25 is designated by the United Nations as the "International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women and Girls".

All districts, cities and towns in Phu Tho Province has implemented the model of "Prevention and combat of crimes against children".

Ambassador Dang Hoang Giang highlighted Vietnam’s consistent policy, efforts and achievements in promoting and protecting human rights during nearly 4 decades of renovation and its people-centered approach.

On October 4, the Human Rights Steering Committee of Dien Bien province coordinated with the Government's Standing Office on Human Rights to organize a training conference on human rights work.

The United Nations Committee on Social, Humanitarian and Cultural Issues convened its 78th session at the United Nations headquarters in New York (USA) on October 3.