September 20, 1977: Adoption of the resolution recognising Vietnam as a UN member during the opening of the 32nd session of the UN General Assembly in New York. (Photo: VNA)
2018: Soldiers from Vietnam's Level 2 Field Hospital, Unit 1, undergo training before deployment to South Sudan for peacekeeping missions, showcasing Vietnam's commitment to global peace and security. (Photo: VNA)
October 11, 2022: Election of Vietnam to the UN Human Rights Council for the 2023-2025 term during the 77th session of the UN General Assembly in New York, reflecting Vietnam's active participation in promoting and protecting human rights. (Photo: VNA)
October 21, 2022: General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong welcomes UN Secretary-General António Guterres during his official visit to Vietnam, highlighting the strengthening relationship between Vietnam and the UN. (Photo: VNA)
September 20, 2023: Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh delivers a speech at the high-level General Debate of the 78th UN General Assembly in New York, emphasising Vietnam's continued engagement with global issues. (Photo: VNA)
Morning of September 20, 2023: Capacity assessment exercises for UN peacekeepers conducted at the National Training Centre 4 by Vietnam's Ministry of National Defense, in collaboration with Japan's Ministry of Defense. (Photo: VNA)
2023: Survey by the Australian Embassy in Vietnam and UN Women on the implementation of the "Emergency response and recovery support for women at risk of violence severely affected by the fourth wave of COVID-19 in Tien Giang" project, funded by UN Women. (Photo: VNA)
2023: Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and representatives from various countries attend the opening of the World Climate Action Summit during the 28th Conference of the Parties (COP28) to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change in Dubai. (Photo: VNA)
47 years of UN membership: Vietnam's growing role, position on global stage
Since officially joining the United Nations on September 20, 1977, Vietnam has actively contributed to UN activities, playing a significant role in maintaining peace and security while enhancing its international reputation.
