Viet Nam has closely monitored the situation in Afghanistan and expects that Afghanistan will stabilize soon for the sake of its people and for peace and stability in the region. 

Deputy Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Pham Thu Hang. -
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Deputy Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Pham Thu Hang made that statement at the virtual press conference held on August 19.  

As a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council, Viet Nam calls on relevant sides to avoid using forces and ensure security, order, critical infrastructures, lives and assets for Afghans and foreigners, particularly women and children and to guarantee humanitarian access when necessary. 

Earlier on August 16, Ambassador Dang Dinh Quy, Viet Nam's Permanent Representative to the United Nations, reiterated that only a comprehensive political solution may bring long-term peace and stability in Afghanistan.

He called on related sides in Afghanistan to comply with international humanitarian and human right laws and carry out dialogues to stabilize the situations and promote peace and national reconciliation and harmony .