The UN Human Rights Council's UPR mechanism was established in 2008 and is one of the outstanding successes, built on the principles of transparency, fairness, non-discrimination, promoting dialogue and cooperation between countries. With a consistent policy on the protection and promotion of human rights, Vietnam attaches special importance to and always fully and seriously implement its obligations and commitments in line with UPR mechanism, including the implementation of approved UPR recommendations. During cycle three, Vietnam received 291 recommendations from 122 countries and accepted 241 of them. On December 31, 2019, the Vietnamese Prime Minister approved the Master Plan to implement UPR recommendations cycle three, which Vietnam approved in Decision No. 1974/QD-TTg. … [Read more...] about Vietnam promotes and protects human rights in Covid-19 epidemic
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Upgrade work speeds up on HCMC flood-prone street
Xuyen only moved to HCMC two months ago. His main work involves leveling crushed stones, watering and pouring concrete. He often chooses to work the night shift because the salary is higher than the day shift, at about VND500,000 ($21.64) per night. … [Read more...] about Upgrade work speeds up on HCMC flood-prone street
Eighth HCMC Marathon to attract thousands of runners
Mai Ba Hung, deputy director of the HCMC Department of Culture and Sports, said this marathon has been one of the city’s major events to celebrate the New Year. In the Covid-19 context, it also aims to encourage citizens to engage in physical activity more regularly to improve their health. … [Read more...] about Eighth HCMC Marathon to attract thousands of runners