Viet Nam Human Rights
Nation-to-nation relations should be based on equality and respect
15/9/19
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc said “relations between nations should be established on the basis of equality and respect for each other’s independence, sovereignty, territorial integrity and legitimate interests.”
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Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc. Photo: VGP
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Phuc stressed the point at a reception of the 74th anniversary of Independence Day of the Socialist Republic of Viet Nam for ambassadors, charge d’affaires and heads of international organizations, in Ha Noi on August 29.
The statement was rolled out in the context that traditional and non-traditional security challenges continue to fiercely emerge, particularly in the Asia-Pacific.
The Vietnamese Government chief continue to say that “disputes should be resolved via peaceful measures in accordance with international law.”
He reiterated the burning aspiration within each of us Vietnamese people, yearning for “independence and freedom” throughout our struggle to reclaim the rights to national independence, self-determination and pursuit of happiness.
“Today, following the footsteps of our forefathers, the Vietnamese people are aspiring for “peace and prosperity”, and confidently striding towards the “stage of glory” to join major powers and friends around the world, thereby realizing the wish of President Ho Chi Minh before his passing 50 years ago,” Phuc said.
He took the occasion to express his sincerest gratitude for warm friendship, valuable support and effective cooperation of partners and friends around the world.
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Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc and his Spouse at the reception. Photo: VGP
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Regarding receent developments in Viet Nam, he said the Vietnamese economy has witnessed encouraging outcomes, with GDP growth reaching 7.08% last year.
The country’s GDP is projected to grow from 6.7-7% this year, higher than the regional and global average, Phuc said.
As of August 2019, accumulated FDI reached an all-time high of around US$355 billion in 29,550 projects from 132 countries and territories.
Meanwhile, total trade turnover in the first 8 months of 2019 amounted to US$350 billion, with a growth of 8.3% and a surplus of 3.5 to US$4 billion, according to the Vietnamese Government chief.
On diplomatic aspect, Viet Nam proactively contributed to regional and world peace by successfully hosting the 2nd US – DPRK Summit in February 2019.
After the National Assembly’s ratification, the CPTPP Agreement came into force in Viet Nam in January 2019 and Viet Nam and the European Union signed the EVFTA and the EVIPA on June 30th, 2019.
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| Ambassadors, charge d’affaires and heads of international organizations to the reception. Photo: VGP |
PM Phuc said Viet Nam will take on dual international responsibilities: the ASEAN Chairmanship and a non-permanent Membership of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) for the 2020 – 2021 tenure.
This is the pride of our nation and also our “aspiration” but it is also weighty responsibility entrusted by the international community, Phuc emphasized.
He took the occasion to extend gratitude towards nations and partners for electing Viet Nam to the United Nations Security Council with a record number of votes.
PM Phuc expects nations and partners to continue cooperating and supporting Viet Nam to fulfill this noble mission./.
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achieving reconciliation with Indigenous peoples through a renewed, nation-to-nation, government-to-government, and Inuit-Crown relationship based on recognition of rights, respect, co-operation, and partnership as the foundation for transformative change.
Indigenous self-government and laws are critical to a country’s future, and that Indigenous perspectives and rights must be incorporated in all aspects of this relationship.
In doing so, we will continue the process of decolonization and hasten the end of its legacy wherever it remains in our laws and policies.
The implementation of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples requires transformative change in the Government’s relationship with Indigenous peoples.
The UN Declaration is a statement of the collective and individual rights that are necessary for the survival, dignity and well-being of Indigenous peoples around the world, and the Government must take an active role in enabling these rights to be exercised.
This approach aligns with the UN Declaration itself, which contemplates that it may be implemented by States through various measures.
The Government will fulfil its commitment to implementing the UN Declaration through the review of laws and policies, as well as other collaborative initiatives and actions.
This review of laws and policies will be guided by Principles respecting the Government’s Relationship
These Principles are a starting point to support efforts to end the denial of Indigenous rights that led to disempowerment and assimilationist policies and practices.
To achieve this change, it is recognized that Indigenous nations are self-determining, self-governing, increasingly self-sufficient, and rightfully aspire
strong indigenous cultural traditions and customs, including languages, are fundamental to rebuilding indigenous nations.
This includes the rights that derive from their political, economic, and social structures and from their cultures, spiritual traditions, histories, laws, and philosophies, especially their rights to their lands, territories and resources.
It is the mutual responsibility of all governments to shift their relationships
this responsibility includes changes in the operating practices and processes of the federal government.
this responsibility includes how they define and govern themselves as nations and governments and the parameters of their relationships with other orders of government.
As we build a new future, reconciliation requires recognition of rights and that we all acknowledge the wrongs of the past, know our true history, and work together to implement Indigenous rights.
This Principle affirms the inherent right of self-government
putting in place effective mechanisms to support the transition away from colonial systems of administration and governance, including, where it currently applies, governance and administration
This principle honours historic treaties as frameworks for living together
The importance of free, prior, and informed consent, as identified in the UN Declaration, extends beyond title lands.
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