Hanoi, April 9 -- Viet Nam has become the first country in Southeast Asia and the second in the world ratifying the Convention.

It is the first treaty of the UN named after a Vietnamese location, marking a historic milestone in Viet Nam's process of international integration, demonstrating the country's capacity and standing in addressing common issues of the international community.

As the host, Viet Nam worked with the UN to successfully organize the Convention's opening signing ceremony in Ha Noi in October 2025, with the participation of leaders and representatives from more than 110 countries and international organizations.

Of whom, 72 countries officially signed the convention, which serves as a bridge to promote dialogue, coope...