Vietnam calls for dialogue, ceasefire to settle Russia-Ukraine conflict

All parties in the ongoing Russian-Ukraine military conflict should cease fighting and reconnect talks to resolve their differences, Ambassador Dang Hoang Giang, Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the United Nations (UN), has urged.

Speaking at the 11th emergency special session of the UN General Assembly on the Russia-Ukraine confrontation on Thursday, Giang said the warring parties should diminish tensions, adopt a ceasefire, and resume dialogues to find long-term solutions to disagreements by considering the legitimate rights and interests of relevant parties, the Vietnam News Agency reported on Friday.

The ambassador also reaffirmed Vietnam’s consistent stance on settling international disputes by peaceful means based on respect for international law, the UN Charter, especially the principle of respect for independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity of nations, non-interference in others’ internal affairs, and non-use of force in international relations.

Giang expressed Vietnam’s concern about impacts of the fighting in Ukraine on local people as well as about many civilians being killed in recent times.

He underlined that Vietnam opposes any acts of attacking civilians and violating humanitarian and human rights laws.

The ambassador emphasized the need to verify recent information in a public, transparent, and objective manner with the collaboration of all parties concerned.

All discussions and decisions by international agencies and organizations must be based on verified and transparent information, with the cooperation of stakeholders and in broad consultation with countries, Giang said.

He asked the UN and the international community to continue encouraging and facilitating efforts to hold dialogues and diplomatic negotiations between relevant parties to seek comprehensive and peaceful solutions.

At the session, the UN General Assembly passed a resolution to suspend Russia's membership in the UN Human Rights Council with 93 votes in favor, 24 against, and 58 abstentions.

After the approval of the resolution, the Russian representative announced his country’s decision to terminate its membership of the 47-member council ahead of its term.

The resolution was adopted after many countries condemned Russia for a recent ‘massacre of civilians’ in the Ukrainian town of Bucha, while Russia denied all accusations and responsibility in relation to the civilian deaths in the town, claiming it had been staged by Ukraine.

This is the UN General Assembly’s third resolution on the Russia-Ukraine conflict since Russia launched its 'special military operation' in Ukraine on February 24.

Earlier on March 24, the General Assembly adopted its second resolution calling on Russia to end its military action in Ukraine and urging the international community to increase humanitarian aid to Ukraine.

The first resolution of the General Assembly was passed on March 2, requesting Russia to withdraw its troops from Ukraine.

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