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• President To Lam Speaks at UN General Assembly, Emphasizes the Importance of ‘Sustainable Development and Human Integrity’
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To Lam Speaks at UN General Assembly, Emphasizes the Importance of ‘Sustainable Development and Human Integrity’

General Secretary and President To Lam highlighted the importance of international cooperation and collaboration in establishing a “peaceful world, sustainable development and human integrity” during his speech at a high-level discussion session of the 79th United Nations General Assembly on Sept. 24. The president also raised concerns over the “risks of authoritarianism and egocentric nationalism” in challenging international laws and eroding multilateral institutions and trust in global cooperation.

His speech resonates with Hanoi’s foreign diplomacy principle of multilateralism and support for international institutions such as the UN. He further emphasized the need for “joint efforts and close cooperation” among all countries worldwide to “end war, eliminate all forms of oppression and exploitation, create peace, build a better world and bring happiness to humanity.” To Lam emphasized that Vietnam shares this vision and commitment with the international community.