At the reception (Photo: VNA)

Vietnam attaches special importance to education for children, he said, adding that policies on upgrading schools to standards are underway nationwide, particularly in remote and mountainous areas, with the highest goal of universal education for all people.

UNICEF could help Vietnam develop a set of child well-being indicators up to international standards, he suggested.

Flowers highlighted two priorities in UNICEF's activities in Vietnam, including protecting children, preventing and combating violence against women and children, and child nutrition issues.

Praising Vietnam’s achievement in child care, she vowed to work closely with Vietnam to care for children and ensure their rights in the near future. She proposed Vietnam should have a mechanism for regular discussions on cross-border water resources.