Paris:UNESCO has expressed expectations for Vietnam to continue its leadership in cultural cooperation initiatives, particularly in the context of the International Decade of Culture for Sustainable Development, which spans from 2027 to 2036.

According to Vietnam News Agency, Lidia Brito, UNESCO's Assistant Director-General for Priority Africa and External Relations, highlighted Vietnam's significant contributions in areas such as education, science, culture, and information. She emphasized the importance of Vietnam's role in multilateral cooperation and praised the 50-year collaborative relationship between Vietnam and UNESCO, describing it as a journey that has been both sustained and increasingly substantive.

Brito's remarks were made during an interview with Vietnam News Agency correspondents in Paris, reflecting on Vietnam's ongoing and future involvement in global cultural initiatives.