Vietnamese Ambassador to the United Nations Đặng Hoàng Giang visited the UN Archives and Records Management Section. — VNA/VNS Photo

NEW YORK — A delegation from Việt Nam's Permanent Mission to the United Nations (UN), led by Ambassador Đặng Hoàng Giang, has visited the UN Archives and Records Management Section to explore valuable documents related to the UN’s history and Việt Nam's journey to joining the organisation.

The visit was part of a series of activities marking the 80th anniversary of the United Nations, the 80th anniversary of Việt Nam's National Day (September 2, 1945), and 48 years of Việt Nam–UN relations.

During the tour, UN experts provided an overview of the UN’s formation and development, as well as key milestones in Việt Nam–UN relations, including events that took place before Việt Nam's official admission to the organisation in 1977.

A highlight of the exhibition was a collection of original documents, including official letters and diplomatic notes from the Government of Việt Nam in different periods, alongside UN reports and resolutions related to Việt Nam's struggle for national liberation, and documents reflecting the broad international support Việt Nam received during its resistance wars. Notable agreements featured in the exhibit included the 1954 Geneva Accords, the 1973 Paris Peace Accords, and documents on Việt Nam's path to UN membership.

Among the standout items were records of exchanges between President Hồ Chí Minh and UN representatives in 1945, marking the early days of both the newly founded Democratic Republic of Việt Nam and the UN itself. Also on display was the official letter of application for UN membership, signed by Prime Minister Phạm Văn Đồng on August 10, 1976, affirming the country’s commitment to fully complying with the UN Charter.

Beyond these historic milestones, the archives also showcased Việt Nam's efforts to overcome sanctions and blockade, and its pursuit of international integration with the UN playing a crucial role in fostering dialogue and reconciliation.

Speaking during the visit, Ambassador Giang highlighted the historical significance of the newly unveiled materials, noting that they vividly reflect Việt Nam's determination to overcome challenges and become a responsible and equal member of the global community.

Over the past 48 years, cooperation with the UN has helped protect and promote Vietnam’s national interests, particularly by maintaining a peaceful, secure environment for development, deepening international integration, and enhancing the country’s international stature, he added.

Giang also reaffirmed Việt Nam's strong commitment to multilateralism, the rule of law, international law and the UN Charter, and the country's ongoing, substantive contributions to the organisation’s work. He emphasised Việt Nam's continued support for the UN’s role in strengthening global governance and addressing shared challenges facing humanity. — VNA/VNS