Human rights

Vietnam News Today (July 22): Vietnam Reaffirms Commitment to Human Rights at AMM-59

07:00 | 22/07/2026

Vietnam News Today (July 22): Vietnam, Japan seek to deepen comprehensive strategic partnership; Vietnam reaffirms commitment to human rights at AMM-59; Vietnam climbs global supply chain ladder with robust supply capacity; Vietnamese goods find expanding opportunities in South American market.

Vietnam News Today (Mar. 20): Vietnam and China Navies Launch 40th Joint Patrol in Gulf of Tonkin

07:00 | 20/03/2026

Vietnam News Today (Mar. 20): Vietnam maintains constructive cooperation with EU in combating IUU fishing; Vietnam and China Navies launch 40th joint patrol in Gulf of Tonkin; Vietnam respects and ensures human rights, including freedom of religion or belief; Vietnam–China railway connectivity seen as strategic breakthrough in economic cooperation.

High-Level Segment of 61st Session of the UN Human Rights Council Opens in Geneva

14:31 | 24/02/2026

On February 23, at the United Nations Office in Geneva, Switzerland, the High-Level Segment of the 61st Session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) was officially opened. The event has drawn significant attention from the international community and member state delegations at a time when the global human rights system is facing profound challenges.

Vietnam News Today (Jan. 2): Vogue Ranks Vietnam Among Standout Destinations for 2026

07:00 | 02/01/2026

Vietnam News Today (Jan. 2): Vietnam continues to ensure all human rights for everyone; Vietnam targets double-digit growth in 2026 with massive investment push; ADB Country Director breaks down Vietnam's 2025 success and 2026 prospects; Vogue ranks Vietnam among standout destinations for 2026.

Méndez Principles: Enhancing Legality and Effectiveness of Investigation Process

20:30 | 11/12/2025

Within the framework of the workshop “Introduction to the Méndez Principles: Principles for Effective Interviewing in Investigation and Information Gathering,” held on December 11 in Quang Ninh, experts and international delegates discussed the scientific foundations and potential application of these principles to improve the quality of investigations, in line with Viet Nam’s international commitments.

Promoting Implementation of Convention against Torture through Introduction of Méndez Principles in Investigation and Information Gathering

20:07 | 11/12/2025

On December 11 in Quang Ninh, the Ministry of Public Security, in coordination with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Viet Nam, organized a workshop titled “Introduction to the Méndez Principles - Principles for Effective Interviewing in Investigations and Information Gathering.” The event aimed to continue implementing the Party and State’s guidelines on ensuring human rights and enforcing the United Nations Convention against Torture (CAT).

Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations and Ensuring of Human Rights in Viet Nam

09:38 | 16/11/2025

Human rights, or the rights of the person, are a universal concept, a shared value of humankind and also a fundamental objective of nations in their struggles for peace, democracy, justice and social progress.

Vietnam Re-Elected to UN Human Rights Council: Highest Recognition from International Community

13:16 | 18/10/2025

According to Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Dang Hoang Giang, Vietnam’s re-election as a member of the United Nations Human Rights Council for the 2026-2028 term represents the highest recognition from the international community for the sound policies and orientations of the Party and the State, as well as the nation’s historic achievements over the past 80 years since gaining independence and 40 years of renovation, particularly in the protection and promotion of human rights.

Vietnam’s Humanitarian Progress in Multidimensional Poverty Reduction

07:28 | 28/09/2025

From a country with a household poverty rate of 5.2% in 2021, by 2024 this figure had dropped to just 1.93%. Through preferential credit loans, health insurance cards, vocational training courses, and more, the implementation of multidimensional poverty reduction standards has created better living opportunities for millions of people, while affirming a humanitarian step forward in ensuring human rights in Vietnam.

Vietnam News Today (Aug. 7): President Luong Cuong’s Angola Visit Adds Fresh Impetus to Bilateral Cooperation

07:00 | 07/08/2025

Vietnam News Today (Aug. 7): President Luong Cuong’s Angola visit adds fresh impetus to bilateral cooperation; Party chief calls for stronger Vietnam–India cooperation in various areas; Vietnam posts trade surplus of 10.18 billion USD in seven months; EU and Vietnam renew joint commitment to human rights.

Vietnam Makes Meaningful Contributions at 59th Session of the UN Human Rights Council

11:28 | 14/07/2025

From June 16 to July 8, the 59th Session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) took place in Geneva, Switzerland, drawing the participation of a large number of representatives from countries, intergovernmental international organizations, and non-governmental organizations. The Vietnamese delegation, led by Ambassador Mai Phan Dung, Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the UN, the World Trade Organization, and other international organizations in Geneva, actively engaged in the agenda of the session.

Four Solutions for Vietnam to Further Enhance the Effectiveness of ICCPR Implementation

15:09 | 11/07/2025

"The Vietnamese delegation has delivered a clear message affirming Vietnam’s consistent stance and policy, which places people at the center, both as the goal and the driving force of development." This was the affirmation of Deputy Minister of Justice Nguyen Thanh Tinh in an interview with the press following Vietnam’s fourth dialogue with the Human Rights Committee on the implementation of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR).

Deputy Minister of Justice Nguyen Thanh Tinh: Vietnam Always Values and Strives to Fulfill Its International Commitments on Human Rights

22:01 | 06/07/2025

From July 7 to 8, the Vietnamese delegation, comprising representatives from nine agencies including the Supreme People’s Court, the Supreme People’s Procuracy, the Ministry of Justice, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of Public Security, the Ministry of Home Affairs, the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, the Ministry of Ethnic and Religious Affairs, and the Government Office will attend the dialogue session on the national report on the implementation of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR) at the 144th session of the United Nations Human Rights Committee in Geneva, Switzerland. Deputy Minister of Justice Nguyen Thanh Tinh will lead the delegation. We conducted an interview with Deputy Minister Nguyen Thanh Tinh regarding this important event.

UN Exhibition Highlights Vietnam’s Cultural Heritage and Human Rights Progress

17:08 | 01/07/2025

A photo exhibition titled “Vietnam - Identity, Humanity and Integration” is taking place from June 30 to July 9, 2025 in Geneva, Switzerland. The exhibition aims to promote the image of Vietnam's culture and people while underscoring the country's commitment to the protection and promotion of human rights.

Vietnam Makes Practical and Prominent Contributions to Human Rights Issues

13:03 | 08/04/2025

The 58th regular session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) officially concluded in Geneva, Switzerland, after six weeks of continuous work on April 4 (local time). With a spirit of responsibility and proactiveness, the Vietnamese delegation made practical and prominent contributions to human rights issues of international concern.

Fostering Innovation in Dissemination of External Information of Human Rights

07:31 | 20/12/2024

On the morning of December 19 in Hanoi, the workshop titled 'External Information on Human Rights in the New Situation' was held.

Ha Nam: Over 200 Delegates Join Human Rights Communication Training

12:16 | 14/12/2024

The People’s Committee of Hà Nam Province organized the 2024 training conference on external communication regarding human rights on the afternoon of December 12. The event combined in-person and online formats, connecting the provincial People’s Committee headquarters with local districts, towns, and cities. Over 200 delegates attended the event.

Human Rights in Vietnam: Milestones on the Journey for Humanity