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Vietnam Secures UN Human Rights Council Re-election with Top Votes

10/17/2025

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Vietnam was re-elected to the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) for the 2026-2028 term, winning Asia-Pacific group’s highest vote.
Dang Hoang Giang, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, said the achievement reflects global confidence in Vietnam's human rights policies.
Vietnam plans to focus on eight priority areas, including climate change, gender equality, and education.
Beginning January 1, 2026, Vietnam aims to enhance its role in addressing global human rights challenges.

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Vietnam was re-elected to the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) for the 2026-2028 term, winning Asia-Pacific group’s highest vote.
Dang Hoang Giang, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, said the achievement reflects global confidence in Vietnam's human rights policies.
Vietnam plans to focus on eight priority areas, including climate change, gender equality, and education.
Beginning January 1, 2026, Vietnam aims to enhance its role in addressing global human rights challenges.