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Conclusion of the 28th U.S.-Vietnam Human Rights Dialogue [1]
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Date: 2025-01
Conclusion of the 28th U.S.-Vietnam Human Rights Dialogue
On January 6-7, Assistant Secretary for Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor Dafna Rand traveled to Hanoi, Vietnam, leading the U.S. delegation to the 28th U.S.-Vietnam Human Rights Dialogue. The Assistant Secretary was joined by Ambassador-at-Large for International Religious Freedom Rashad Hussain as well as congressional staff, demonstrating support in Congress for advancing human rights in Vietnam. The Vietnamese delegation was led by Ministry of Foreign Affairs Director General for the International Organizations Department Pham Hai Anh. The U.S. delegation also held discussions with religious groups and non-governmental organizations (NGOs).
During the dialogue, the United States and Vietnam discussed a wide range of human rights issues, including implementation of recommendations made during Vietnam’s UN Universal Periodic Review. The United States called on Vietnam to protect freedom of expression and association; improve rule of law; advance legal reforms; and protect freedom of religion or belief and the rights of members of marginalized populations. The United States underscored the importance of an enabling environment for NGOs in order to achieve Vietnam’s development goals. The delegation also urged Vietnam to release individuals unjustly detained.
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