Hanoi: Vietnam has voiced deep concern over the prolonged conflict between Russia and Ukraine and its devastating consequences, called for an immediate cessation of hostilities, and urged all parties to avoid actions that could escalate tensions. Addressing an emergency special session of the UN General Assembly in New York on February 24 to address the ongoing situation in Ukraine, which marked three years of the Russia-Ukraine conflict, Ambassador Dang Hoang Giang, Vietnam’s Permanent Representative to the UN, stressed the importance of prioritising the protection of civilians and civilian infrastructure while facilitating urgent humanitarian aid for those affected.

According to Vietnam News Agency, the Vietnamese representative highlighted the necessity of adhering to international law and the UN Charter to resolve the conflict through peaceful means. Ambassador Giang reiterated Vietnam’s consistent stance on respecting the sovereignty and territorial integrity of all nations, underlining the significance of a diplomatic solution to the crisis. The call for dialogue and negotiation was emphasized as the only viable path to ensure long-term peace and stability in the region.