A sideline discussion on the role of online platforms in protecting children and adolescents from cybercrime took place in Hanoi on October 25, drawing representatives from government agencies, international organisations, technology platforms, and the creator community.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh had a meeting in Hanoi on October 25 with United Nations (UN) Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, who said the UN will continue to accompany Vietnam in the country's new stage of development.

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres left Hanoi on the evening of October 25, concluding his official visit to Vietnam and attendance at the opening ceremony of the UN Convention against Cybercrime (Hanoi Convention).

Vietnam has proposed that the United Nations and its Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) set up regional training centres on cybercrime investigation and electronic evidence to enhance countries’ capacity in combating the growing threat of online offences.

Deputy Minister of Public Security Pham The Tung has highlighted the importance of strengthening international cooperation in combating cybercrime, stressing that global coordination and joint action are vital as the world enters the digital era driven by rapid technological advances.

Ernst Noorman, Ambassador-at-large for Cyber Affairs of the Netherlands, spoke highly of Vietnam’s efforts in hosting the signing ceremony of the UN Convention against Cybercrime (Hanoi Convention), as the event demonstrated the country’s strong commitment to tackling global cyber threats.

VOV.VN - Representatives from 65 countries have signed the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime (Hanoi Convention), affirming their commitment to transform the historic document into concrete global action to enhance cooperation, safeguard human rights, and build a safer, more trustworthy digital environment.

VOV.VN - Vietnam strongly supports multilateralism and global cooperation, Party General Secretary To Lam told United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres during a meeting in Hanoi on October 25.

VOV.VN - The signing of the UN Convention against Cybercrime (Hanoi Convention) in Hanoi is described as not only a major diplomatic occasion but also a historic turning point in global efforts to ensure cybersecurity and strengthen multilateralism, heard a joint press briefing in Hanoi.

VOV.VN - Vietnamese Party General Secretary To Lam met with Lao Party General Secretary and President Thongloun Sisoulith in Hanoi on October 25, who attended the signing ceremony of the UN Convention against Cybercrime as an honourary guest.