Vietnam calls for int’l efforts to stop violence in Myanmar

Addressing an Arria formular meeting on Myanmar at the UN Security Council on April 9, Ambassador Dang Dinh Quy, head of the Vietnamese Delegation to the UN, stressed the burning need to ensure life, security and safety for all and provide immediate humanitarian assistance without obstruction for those in need, especially disadvantaged groups in society.

He urged Myanmar’s stakeholders to refrain from acts of violence, conduct dialogue and reconciliation according to the will and aspirations of the people, for peace and stability in the region.

The diplomat said that the international community should make a constructive contribution to help Myanmar prevent violence, promote an environment conducive to dialogue and reconciliation, and respect the principles of Myanmar’s independence, sovereignty, territorial integrity and unity. He voiced support for the role of the UN Secretary-General’s Special Envoy on Myanmar and called on the parties to facilitate the envoy’s visit to Myanmar.

The ambassador affirmed Myanmar is a member state of ASEAN and the regional bloc stays ready to help the country in a peaceful and constructive way through relevant mechanisms. He requested on the international community to support ASEAN’s efforts and consult its stance regarding the issue at UNSC meetings.