Vietnam updated with experience on joining UN Security Council.
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Diplomats and experts gathered at an international conference “Vietnam and the UN Security Council: Standing for the candidacy and Participating in the 2020-2021 term” held on March 30, 2018 by the Diplomatic Academy in collaboration with KAS Country Representative in Vietnam.
Deputy Minister of the Vietnamese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Dang Dinh Quy, expressed his hope that Vietnam, with its potential and experience, could be selected and well assume the role of a non-permanent member.
The Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs stressed that Vietnam has been nominated for the UN Security Council for the term 2020-2021. The continued candidature for a seat on this important council for the second time after the successful term of 2008-2009 demontrates Vietnam’s resolve in the pursuit of a peaceful foreign policy for national independence, cooperation and development.
Swedish Ambassador Olof Skoog, Head of the Swedish mission at the Security Council, stated that the international community had high expections for Vietnam. However, regarding the preparation for the Non-Permanent Member role in the UN Security Council, Ambassador Skoog advised, it is important that Vietnam understand the issues on the agenda and organize a flexible system that is ready to handle unexpected events around the world.
Vietnam should not underestimate what a Non-Permanent Member can do. In particular, for the candidacy process, Vietnam should organize support and maintain uniformity in the UN Security Council delegation system.
Many delegates shared their experiences on how a Non-Permanent Member could leave a lasting impression on the UN Security Council. According to the Security Council Expert from the Australian Foreign Ministry, Michael Bliss, a Non-Permanent Member should take advantage of every opportunity when holding the rotating presidency of the Security Council. In addition, Non-Permanent Members should be a participant in any hot issues raised by the UN Security Council, and at the same time stimulate new issues. This is considered a challenge, but also an opportunity to help Non-Permanent Members leave their mark for the whole term.
