Minister-Counsellor Nguyen Hoang Nguyen, deputy permanent representative of Vietnam to the United Nations was speaking at a high-level open debate of the United Nations Security Council, examining the situation in the Middle East, particularly in Palestine, held from April 28–30 at the United Nations headquarters in New York., USA.

Nguyen reaffirmed Vietnam’s opposition to military attacks against sovereign states, particularly those not directly involved in the conflict, and condemned hostile acts targeting UN personnel and facilities.

He also extended condolences to the United Nations, relevant governments, and families of peacekeepers killed in recent attacks on the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL).

Vietnam holds that civilians and essential civilian infrastructure must be protected at all times, in accordance with UN Security Council Resolution 2573 (2021), he said.

Regarding the Strait of Hormuz issue, Minister-Counsellor Nguyen Hoang Nguyen reiterated Vietnam’s stance that safety, security, and freedom of navigation and overflight must be ensured in line with international law, particularly the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS).

The Vietnamese representative also called on the international community not to let recent developments overshadow the Palestinian issue, reaffirming consistent support for the Palestinian people’s right to self-determination and backing the State of Palestine’s full membership in the United Nations.

Vietnam reiterated its support for a two-state solution based on pre-1967 borders, in accordance with international law and relevant UN resolutions, he said.

During the open debate, participants discussed recent developments in key flashpoints such as the Gaza Strip, the West Bank, southern Lebanon, and the Strait of Hormuz.

Most delegations called for compliance with international law, adherence to ceasefire agreements, and continued diplomatic efforts to achieve lasting peace, while emphasising the urgency of safeguarding maritime security and minimising disruptions to global trade and energy supplies.

Vietnam calls for de-escalation, maritime security in Middle East

VOV.VN - Vietnam has called for restraint, peaceful dispute settlement, and stronger efforts to ensure maritime security amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, particularly in the Strait of Hormuz.