Virtual conference of the UN Security Council on the situation in Iraq and the operation of the UN Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI) (Photo: VOV)

At a virtual conference of the UN Security Council on the situation in Iraq and the operation of the UN Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI) on Tuesday, Ambassador Quy said Vietnam backs increasing collaboration between Iraq and regional countries to respond to common challenges and calls all parties to fully respect Iraq’s independence and territorial integrity.

Regarding the humanitarian issue, he stressed that it is necessary to pay due attention to the people who were forced to leave their houses, as well as ensure a safe, voluntary and sustained return for them.

Regarding UNAMI’s activities, Vietnam supports the UN mission and organizations in helping Iraq maintain stability and security, said the Vietnamese diplomat.