Việt Nam elected to UNESCO intangible cultural heritage committee

This is the second time that Việt Nam has taken on this responsibility at UNESCO’s key cultural governing body, after the 2006-10 term.
Việt Nam elected to UNESCO intangible cultural heritage committee
A view of the ninth session of the General Assembly of the States Parties to the Convention 2003. — VNA/VNS Photo Nguyễn Thu Hà

Việt Nam on July 6 was elected to the Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of Intangible Cultural Heritage for the 2022-26 term, with 120 votes – the highest among the elected countries, during the ninth session of the General Assembly of the States Parties to the Convention 2003, held in Paris.

The committee, including 24 members, is UNESCO’s agency for safeguarding intangible cultural heritage. Its functions are to promote the objectives of the Convention, provide guidance on best practices, and make recommendations on measures for the safeguarding of the intangible cultural heritage.

Ambassador Lê Thị Hồng Vân, Head of the Permanent Delegation of Việt Nam to UNESCO, said this is the second time that Việt Nam has taken on this responsibility at UNESCO's key cultural governing body, after the 2006-10 term.

This is of great significance in many aspects, showing the country's increasing position and prestige in the international arena, as well as the international community’s confidence in its contribution to and administration capacity in the global multilateral institutions, and recognition of Việt Nam’s contributions in relations with UNESCO, in preserving and promoting the value of intangible heritage in the country and in the world.

Winning the election is also a result of Việt Nam’s foreign policy of multilateralisation, persification and comprehensive and extensive international integration, as well as the fruit of a methodical and concerted implementation of its candidacy plan in recent years, said Vân.

Along with being a member of the Executive Council for the 2021-25 term, a member of the Intergovernmental Committee of the 2005 Convention on the Protection and Promotion of Diversity of Cultural Expressions for the 2021-2025 tenure, becoming a member of the Intergovernmental Committee of the 2003 Convention will offer an opportunity for Việt Nam to contribute more actively to UNESCO’s major programmes and orientations in general and in the culture field in particular; thus affirming its role and prestige at UNESCO and in the international arena, she added.

Lê Thị Thu Hiền, Director of the Department of Cultural Heritage, said that the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism will develop specific plans focusing on the sharing of best practices in the protection and promotion of cultural heritage values, the realisation of the Convention’s goals for sustainable development, the promotion of UNESCO's priorities, and the improvement of awareness.

The Convention 2003 has been ratified by 180 countries, with Việt Nam being among the first 30 entering the Convention. — VNS

Source: VNS
vietnamnews.vn

Related News

Vietnam, Korea Customs sign AEO MRA

Vietnam, Korea Customs sign AEO MRA

VCN- The Director General of the General Department of Vietnam Customs (GDVC), Mr Nguyen Van Tho, and the Commissioner of Korea Customs Service (KCS), Mr Ko Kwang Hyo, signed the Authorized Economic Operator Mutual Recognition Agreement (AEO MRA) on the afternoon of December 24, at the GDVC’s headquarters.
Prioritizing semiconductor workforce training

Prioritizing semiconductor workforce training

VCN - Vietnam is well-positioned to participate deeply in the global semiconductor industry. Experts believe that developing a skilled workforce in microchips and semiconductors should be a long-term priority to effectively capitalize on this opportunity.
Vietnam-Cambodia: Looking back on journey of cooperation

Vietnam-Cambodia: Looking back on journey of cooperation

VCN – The bilateral meeting between the General Department of Vietnam Customs (GDVC) and the General Department of Customs and Excise of Cambodia (GDCEC) was held by the GDVC on December 9.
Vietnam-China e-commerce: A perspective from Lang Son border

Vietnam-China e-commerce: A perspective from Lang Son border

VCN - Cross-border e-commerce is currently a hot topic among e-commerce businesses, particularly those actively developing digital platforms and cross-border electronic payment infrastructures through border gates in Lang Son province.

Latest News

Party General Secretary receives Russian PM

Party General Secretary receives Russian PM

Việt Nam always remembers the valuable support and assistance that the people of the former Soviet Union and Russia today have given to Việt Nam during its past struggle as well as national building and safeguarding at present, said the Party chief.
Vietnamese economy on path to surpassing expectations: French paper

Vietnamese economy on path to surpassing expectations: French paper

The website said the banking sector, in particular, becomes a cornerstone of this economic resurgence, driving consumer credit growth and facilitating expansive economic opportunities.
Strategies to boost localisation rate is a must: experts

Strategies to boost localisation rate is a must: experts

Despite having 377 automobile enterprises, with nearly half being foreign direct investment (FDI) firms, the country relies heavily on imports, sourcing about 80 per cent of its production components, according to local experts.
Vietnamese economy on path to surpassing expectations: French paper

Vietnamese economy on path to surpassing expectations: French paper

The website said the banking sector, in particular, becomes a cornerstone of this economic resurgence, driving consumer credit growth and facilitating expansive economic opportunities.

More News

Government law-building session discusses seven drafts

Government law-building session discusses seven drafts

Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính highlighted the importance of institution building and perfection to smooth resources for development.
The bright prospects of Việt Nam

The bright prospects of Việt Nam's asset management industry

Việt Nam boasts 19,400 US dollar millionaires - a 98 per cent increase over the past decade.
Việt Nam needs policies to develop national enterprises

Việt Nam needs policies to develop national enterprises

The national enterprises contribute to innovating the growth economic model, improving the Vietnamese brand value and promoting participation of Vietnamese enterprises in the global value chain.
Deputy PM urges specific roadmap for EV shift, as air pollution worsens

Deputy PM urges specific roadmap for EV shift, as air pollution worsens

Efforts must be made to increase investment in green public transportation, establish convenient public transport routes and stations, and develop traffic flow plans for personal vehicles based on pollution levels in different areas.
Vietnam PMI stands at 49.8 in December

Vietnam PMI stands at 49.8 in December

While the total number of new business continued to rise, new export orders decreased for the second month running.
Việt Nam on track to become top tourist destination in the digital age

Việt Nam on track to become top tourist destination in the digital age

The Singaporean website opengovasia.com has published an article stating that Việt Nam is creating an ideal environment for a thriving digital ecosystem and technological advancements in the tourism sector, thanks to its over 78 million internet users and 73.3 per cent of the population active on social media.
PM Chính calls for optimal plan to streamline and restructure organisational apparatuses

PM Chính calls for optimal plan to streamline and restructure organisational apparatuses

Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính emphasised that the restructuring of the organisational apparatus must adhere to the principles of efficiency and effectiveness.
Anti-wastefulness a key, urgent task for 2025: Party chief

Anti-wastefulness a key, urgent task for 2025: Party chief

The leader pointed to the need that the fight against corruption, wastefulness and negative phenomena should not impede socio-economic development or enable the abuse of anti-corruption efforts for personal gain.
Affirming Việt Nam’s standing in the flow of the era

Affirming Việt Nam’s standing in the flow of the era

On the occasion of New Year 2025, State President Lương Cường gave an interview to the Vietnam News Agency (VNA).
Read More

Your care

Latest Most read
Party General Secretary receives Russian PM

Party General Secretary receives Russian PM

Việt Nam always remembers the valuable support and assistance that the people of the former Soviet Union and Russia today have given to Việt Nam during its past struggle as well as national building and safeguarding at present, said the Party chief.
Vietnamese economy on path to surpassing expectations: French paper

Vietnamese economy on path to surpassing expectations: French paper

The website said the banking sector, in particular, becomes a cornerstone of this economic resurgence, driving consumer credit growth and facilitating expansive economic opportunities.
Strategies to boost localisation rate is a must: experts

Strategies to boost localisation rate is a must: experts

Despite having 377 automobile enterprises, with nearly half being foreign direct investment (FDI) firms, the country relies heavily on imports, sourcing about 80 per cent of its production components, according to local experts.
Vietnamese economy on path to surpassing expectations: French paper

Vietnamese economy on path to surpassing expectations: French paper

The website said the banking sector, in particular, becomes a cornerstone of this economic resurgence, driving consumer credit growth and facilitating expansive economic opportunities.
Government law-building session discusses seven drafts

Government law-building session discusses seven drafts

Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính highlighted the importance of institution building and perfection to smooth resources for development.
Mobile Version