Ambassador Dang Hoang Giang, Head of the Vietnamese Permanent Delegation to the United Nations (UN) speaks at the event

Addressing the council’s open debate themed “The situation in the Middle East, including the Palestinian question” held in New York over the past 2 days, Giang condemned all acts of attack on civilians and civil infrastructure, as well as violations of the sovereignty of nations, while expressing concern over biased criticisms and actions that hinder the UN Secretary-General from fulfilling his responsibilities, particularly regarding mediation efforts, humanitarian aid, and promotion of dialogue among the parties involved in the Middle East.

The Vietnamese representative appealed on all parties involved to exercise maximum restraint, engage in dialogue, and adhere to international law, the UN Charter, and relevant UN resolutions. He affirmed support for the crucial role of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) in ensuring uninterrupted humanitarian assistance in Gaza, Lebanon, and other conflict-affected areas.

The diplomat stressed that Vietnam supports all diplomatic efforts to achieve a ceasefire and pursue a long-term and fair solution to the conflict in Gaza and throughout the Middle East based on a two-state solution, which includes the establishment of an independent Palestinian state along the borders prior to 1967, with East Jerusalem as its capital.