The Belgian Chamber of Representatives approved a resolution in support of victims of Agent Orange/dioxin in Vietnam with absolute vote on October 5, 2023 (Photo: VNA)

At the plenary session, federal parliamentarian André Flahaut, who in December 2021 submitted to the Belgian Federal Parliament a resolution on supporting Vietnamese victims of Agent Orange/dioxin, emphasized nearly 50 years since the war ended, despite declarations and agreements, the consequences of Agent Orange in Vietnam have remained unresolved.

Ms. Els Van Hoof, Chairwoman of the Foreign Affairs Committee of the Belgian Chamber of Representatives, said that it is necessary to protect victims of Agent Orange as millions of Vietnamese people are exposed to Agent Orange/dioxin and are still facing the long-term effects of the toxic.

She affirmed that Vietnam is a partner of Belgium, so the country's support in dealing with the consequences of Agent Orange/dioxin in Vietnam is necessary. She also said that the adoption of this resolution is meaningful as Belgium and Vietnam celebrate the 50th anniversary of establishing diplomatic relations (1973-2023) this year.