Ambassador Mai Phan Dũng of Việt Nam reaffirmed the country’s commitment to disarmament and non-proliferation at the Conference on Disarmament (CD) in Geneva. He urged member states to cooperate and initiate inclusive discussions to address global security challenges. Việt Nam supports regional efforts towards establishing nuclear-weapon-free zones and aims for effective implementation of related treaties.
Ambassador Mai Phan Dũng, Permanent Representative of Việt Nam to the Conference on Disarmament (CD) in Geneva, reiterated Việt Nam’s unwavering commitment to supporting global disarmament and the non-proliferation of nuclear weapons. Speaking at the high-level session in Switzerland from February 24-26, he emphasized the importance of the CD as the leading multilateral forum for disarmament efforts.
Ambassador Dũng highlighted Việt Nam’s proactive involvement in the CD and its contributions to disarmament treaties. He pointed out that Việt Nam has chaired the CD three times and is a signatory to significant treaties on nuclear disarmament, including the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons (TPNW), established through CD negotiations.
Addressing concerns regarding global security challenges, Dũng urged CD member states to recognize and build upon recent progress, such as the establishment of working groups for substantive discussions. He called for a renewed sense of responsibility and political will among member states, promoting cooperation and inclusive dialogue to overcome standing stalemates in disarmament efforts.
As a member of ASEAN, Việt Nam supports regional disarmament initiatives and aims to foster nuclear-weapon-free zones globally. The ambassador reiterated the importance of effectively implementing the Treaty on the Southeast Asia Nuclear-Weapon-Free Zone (SEANWFZ) and expressed Việt Nam’s readiness to assist nuclear-armed states in signing and acceding to the treaty.
In summary, Việt Nam’s commitment to disarmament and non-proliferation was strongly advocated by Ambassador Mai Phan Dũng at the CD in Geneva. He emphasized the importance of cooperation among member states to address global security challenges and advance disarmament goals, highlighting both regional and international frameworks. Việt Nam’s active participation and leadership in such dialogues reflect its dedication to fostering a safer world free from nuclear threats.
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