Human rights

Viet Nam Re-elected to UNHRC with Record-Highest Votes

Strategic Insights

Oct 14, 2025 — 1 min read

Viet Nam has been re-elected as a member of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) for the 2026-2028 term with a record-high 180 votes in favor. This achievement reflects international recognition of Viet Nam's strong commitment to promoting and protecting human rights, as well as its contributions to the UNHRC as a member for the 2023-2025 term. The international community's trust in Viet Nam's open foreign policy, efforts to participate in multilateral mechanisms, and achievements in international integration have solidified its position as an active and reliable member of the UNHRC.

Key Takeaways:

Viet Nam secured 180 votes in favor, the highest in the Asia-Pacific group, and was re-elected as a member of the UNHRC for the 2026-2028 term.
Viet Nam is the only Asia-Pacific country to be re-elected for the 2026-2028 term, demonstrating its increasing international standing.
During its third term, Viet Nam will focus on eight priority areas, including human rights in climate change, digital transformation, and gender equality.
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Nguyen Minh Hang attributed the success to the Party and State's consistent foreign policy, as well as the coordinated efforts of various government agencies and diplomatic missions abroad.
Viet Nam's re-election is a testament to its commitment to promoting and protecting human rights, while improving living standards for its citizens.
The country will continue to contribute to the international community's efforts to address common human rights concerns through dialogue, cooperation, and mutual understanding.
Viet Nam's hosting of the UN Convention against Cybercrime in October 2023 further demonstrates its commitment to international integration and cooperation.

Statistics:

180 votes in favor of Viet Nam's re-election to the UNHRC.
14 members of the UNHRC were elected for the 2026-2028 term.
190 eligible voting member states of the UN participated in the UN General Assembly's meeting.

Sources:

Government of Vietnam (exact source not provided)
Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Vietnam
Viet Nam News Agency (exact source not provided)

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