Vietnam consults on Nuclear Non Proliferation Treaty Review Conference
VOV.VN - At recent meetings, representatives of countries and international organizations have hailed Vietnam’s role as Chair of the 2026 Nuclear Non Proliferation Treaty (NPT) Review Conference, especially amid a complex international security environment.
From November 24-25 in Vienna, Austria, Ambassador Do Hung Viet, Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the United Nations and President-designate of the 11th Review Conference (RevCon11) of NPT chaired consultations with regional groups, member states, and relevant international organizations based in Vienna, including the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
These consultations aimed to prepare the agenda and process for the 2026 NPT Review Conference, forming part of Vietnam’s comprehensive consultation plan leading up to the conference scheduled for April 2026.
During the visit, Ambassador Do Hung Viet and Ambassador Vu Le Thai Hoang, Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the United Nations and other international organisations in Vienna, met with NPT member states from the Non-Aligned Movement, Eastern Europe, Western Europe, and other countries.
They also held bilateral consultations with China, Russia, France, and Argentina. Ambassador Do Hung Viet engaged with IAEA leadership, spoke at a roundtable hosted by the Vienna Center for Disarmament and Non‑Proliferation (VCDNP), and participated in an experience-sharing event organized by the United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research (UNIDIR) to prepare for the 2026 Review Conference.
At these meetings, representatives applauded Vietnam’s appointment as Chair, particularly given the challenging international security context. Many countries encouraged Vietnam to adopt a balanced, constructive, and practical approach in its chairmanship and emphasized close coordination to achieve substantive outcomes. Member states reaffirmed the value of the NPT and the review process in maintaining global peace, security, and promoting sustainable development.
The consultations involved in‑depth discussions on priorities and agenda items across all three pillars of the treaty: nuclear disarmament, non‑proliferation, and peaceful uses of nuclear energy. Several countries highlighted key issues, including the Middle East as a nuclear‑weapon‑free zone, emerging technological challenges, and the need to enhance technical cooperation and IAEA effectiveness.
During the consultations, Ambassador Do Hung Viet stressed that Vietnam’s role as Chair represents a concrete contribution to international peace and security. He affirmed that the consultations would continue to promote constructive dialogue, encourage cooperation, compromise, and innovation, and ensure open, fair, substantive, and transparent proceedings. He urged all member states and the international community to maximize efforts to foster positive discussions and achieve meaningful outcomes, thus reinforcing each pillar of the treaty.
International partners, organizations, and NGOs applauded the Chair’s attentive and proactive approach and expressed readiness to cooperate closely to contribute to the success of the 2026 Review Conference.
As part of the visit, Ambassador Do Hung Viet and Ambassador Vu Le Thai Hoang also toured IAEA laboratories focused on peaceful nuclear applications.
IAEA experts reaffirmed their commitment to supporting developing countries in implementing and expanding nuclear applications for sustainable development, particularly in health, agriculture, and environmental sectors. They also recognized Vietnam’s efforts and contributions to date and expressed a desire to bolster cooperation with Vietnamese research institutions and relevant agencies to further promote peaceful nuclear applications in Vietnam and the region.
Vietnam chairs African Regional Consultation for 2026 NPT Review Conference
Ambassador Do Hung Viet, Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the United Nations and President-designate of the 11th Review Conference (RevCon11) of the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT), chaired a regional consultation for African member states from November 20–22, in Ethiopia.
Ambassador visits Japan to prepare for 11th NPT RevCon
Ambassador Do Hung Viet, Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the United Nations and nominated President of the 11th Review Conference (RevCon) of the Parties to the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT), is paying a working visit to Japan from August 4 to 7.
