Hanoi Convention opens a new era of cooperation for peace, stability and sustainable development

According to the Minister of Public Security, Vietnam deeply believes that the signing ceremony of the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime will be a historic milestone opening a new era of cooperation in the effort to protect peace, stability and sustainable development of mankind.

Minister of Public Security Luong Tam Quang - Photo: Ministry of Public Security

After two days of active and effective work with the participation of more than 110 countries and many international organizations, on the afternoon of October 26, the signing ceremony and the High-level Conference of the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime ( Hanoi Convention) officially closed in Hanoi.

72 countries signed the Hanoi Convention

In his closing speech, Minister of Public Security Luong Tam Quang said that over the past two days, the signing ceremony of the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime was held solemnly and successfully, with representatives of 72 countries signing the Convention.

Along with the signing ceremony, the high-level conference including discussion sessions and side events took place enthusiastically with many profound opinions, clearly reflecting the picture of the cybercrime situation in the world , the efforts of each country, each organization, individual and the urgent need to strengthen international cooperation in preventing cybercrime.

At the same time, many proposals, initiatives and commitments were made to effectively implement the Hanoi Convention to create strong changes in preventing and combating cybercrime in the coming time.

On behalf of the Party and State of Vietnam, General Luong Tam Quang respectfully thanked the leaders and delegates attending the signing ceremony for their attention, sense of responsibility and important contributions.

Minister Luong Tam Quang also expressed his deep gratitude to the United Nations, the organizing committee, the Vietnamese authorities, international organizations, experts, scientists, volunteers, businesses, and journalists who have contributed their enthusiasm, intelligence and efforts to make this important event a success.

Hanoi Convention - a beacon for global cooperation on cybersecurity

Domestic and international delegates attended the closing session of the signing ceremony of the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime - Photo: Ministry of Public Security

Through the signing ceremony and summit, in addition to the important achievements in signing and joining the Hanoi Convention by countries, Minister Luong Tam Quang emphasized three consensus results.

Firstly, the Hanoi Convention is a historic strategic step, demonstrating the vision, responsibility, common efforts and spirit of cooperation of the international community for a safe, trustworthy cyberspace, for people, for peace and sustainable development.

The Hanoi Convention has created a legal foundation for international cooperation, while affirming the value of multilateral cooperation, equal dialogue and respect for national sovereignty, to ensure that cyberspace truly becomes an environment serving peace, fairness and sustainable development.

Second, the presence of a large number of countries, international organizations, institutions and individuals attending the signing ceremony demonstrates the spirit of solidarity, responsibility, political will and high determination of the international community in the fight against cybercrime, opening up new opportunities to enhance cooperation, consolidate trust and promote common progress of humanity.

Third, the Convention's adoption by consensus and the successful opening ceremony in Hanoi reaffirm the central role of the United Nations and strengthen international cooperation to address global challenges.

At the same time, it demonstrates the trust and confidence of the United Nations and the international community in the role, prestige, capacity and responsibility of Vietnam and the Vietnamese Ministry of Public Security in solving global issues, first of all, protecting cyber security for a safe, humane and sustainable cyberspace.

For a safe, fair and humane digital future, Minister Luong Tam Quang proposed and called on countries, organizations and businesses to strengthen cooperation in effectively implementing the Hanoi Convention with solidarity and strategic trust, with a sense of responsibility, sharing experiences, technology and resources, especially supporting developing countries...

"Vietnam pledges to fully, seriously and responsibly implement its obligations under the Convention, strengthen bilateral and multilateral cooperation, and coordinate actions with member countries in preventing and combating cybercrime," Minister Luong Tam Quang emphasized.

According to Minister Luong Tam Quang, Vietnam deeply believes that the signing ceremony of the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime will be a historic milestone opening a new era of cooperation in the effort to protect peace, stability and sustainable development of mankind.

The Hanoi Convention will truly become a beacon for global cooperation on cybersecurity, leading the world to the goal of "Technology for people, digitalization for peace".

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