All countries have common obligation, interest in respecting int’l law: spokeswoman
Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Le Thi Thu Hang highlighted Vietnam’s viewpoint that all countries have the common obligation and interest in respecting fundamental principles of international law while addressing the ministry’s press conference on July 16.
Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Le Thi Thu Hang speaks at the regular press conference on July 16 (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Le ThiThu Hang highlighted Vietnam’s viewpoint that all countries have the commonobligation and interest in respecting fundamental principles of internationallaw while addressing the ministry’s press conference on July 16.
With regard to several recent remarks on Twitterby her Chinese counterpart Hua Chunying, Hang reiterated that Vietnam hassufficient legal ground and historical evidence testifying to its sovereigntyover Hoang Sa (Paracel) and Truong Sa (Spratly) archipelagoes in line withinternational law.
Responding to a question about the recentstatement by US State Secretary Mike Pompeo and the US’s stance on maritimeclaims in the East Sea, the spokeswoman said peace, stability, cooperation, anddevelopment in the East Sea are the common aspirations and goals of countriesbordering the East Sea as well as of those in the region and the internationalcommunity.
Upholding international law, respecting legalorder at sea, and fully and responsibly implementing the 1982 United NationsConvention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) are critical to realising thosegoals, she went on.
Hang noted Vietnam welcomes countries’ stanceson the East Sea issue that are in conformity with international law and sharesthe viewpoint that the 1982 UNCLOS is the legal framework regulating allactivities in seas and oceans.
“We also hope that countries will join us in exertingutmost efforts to contribute to the maintenance of peace, stability,cooperation in the East Sea and to the settlement of disputes via dialogue andother peaceful measures in accordance with international law for commoninterest and in line with aspirations of countries in the region and theinternational community,” she said, adding that Vietnam always makes active andresponsible contributions to common efforts and throughout this process.
The spokeswoman also reaffirmed that maintainingan East Sea region of stability, peace, cooperation, and development is notonly the common aspiration but also the common responsibility of countriesbordering the East Sea, regional countries, and the international community.
To do that, it is necessary for countries in theregion and the international community to make joint efforts on the basis ofinternational law and fully and responsibly implement fundamental principles ofinternational law, including the 1982 UNCLOS. And Vietnam has been actively andresponsibly contributing to common efforts towards this goal, Hang said./.
China’s military drills on Hoang Sa (Paracel) archipelago have violated Vietnam’s sovereignty over the archipelago and run counter to the spirit of the Declaration on the Conduct of Parties in the East Sea (DOC), spokesperson of the Foreign Ministry Le Thi Thu Hang has said.
The Philippines on July 12 renewed its call for compliance with the ruling issued by the Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA) four years ago which rejected China’s claims in the East Sea.
US Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo affirmed on July 13 that the People’s Republic of China (PRC)’s claims to offshore resources across most of the South China Sea (called the East Sea in Vietnam) are completely unlawful, as is its campaign of bullying to control them.
Vietnam welcomes other countries’ stance on the East Sea issue in line with international law, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Le Thi Thu Hang said on July 15.
Australia will continue to strongly advocate the freedom of navigation through the South China Sea (called the East Sea in Vietnam), Prime Minister Scott Morrison said on July 16.
Under the leadership of President Ho Chi Minh and the CPV, President Cuong said, the press has been a steadfast force on the ideological and cultural front, rallying the masses to pursue national aspirations.
NA Chairman Tran Thanh Man stressed the need to accelerate the application of artificial intelligence and smart teaching equipment, innovate teaching and assessment methods, and further improve the quality of formal education.
He also pledged that the NA will promote its ongoing supervision, making sure that every promise must lead to results, and every commitment must bring about real changes.
Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hong Dien welcomed the proposals put forward by the US side and reiterated Vietnam’s request for consideration of key areas of interest, including reciprocal tariff policies and access for Vietnamese key export products to the US market.
Deputy PM Le Thanh Long proposed countries promote shared values, including building trust, sincerity, and solidarity among nations and peoples; fostering cooperation spirit and responsible behaviour as well as upholding international law and the UN Charter; and placing people at the centre and as the goal, the key player, and the driving force of all policies.
The show, together with a grand parade to be held silmutaneously at Ba Dinh Square in Hanoi, will celebrate the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution, the National Day, and the General Staff of the Vietnam People’s Army (VPA).
In particular, in April 2023, the two sides successfully carried out a joint operation that dismantled a major organised, transnational drug trafficking ring involving both Vietnamese and Cambodian suspects.
The Vietnamese Embassy in Israel is closely coordinating with relevant local agencies to stay informed and provide the utmost support possible for Vietnamese nationals.
The launch of Thanh Nien (Young People) newspaper in 1925, even before the founding of the Communist Party of Vietnam, is considered a testament to President Ho Chi Minh’s strategic foresight and strong belief in the guiding power of the revolutionary media.
New Zealand is currently one of Vietnam’s most important partners in the region, marked by a high level of political trust, strong and reliable defence and security cooperation, and increasingly open economic, trade, and investment ties.
Party General Secretary To Lam stressed that the Central Public Security Party Committee must be fully aware of the extremely important role of the People's Public Security force in the country's new revolutionary phase, so as to guide each branch and level of the force as the nation undergoes transformation.
Addressing concerns over university education spending, Son explained that as public universities gain greater autonomy, the Ministry of Finance has scaled back recurrent state funding. “Over the past decade, as autonomy has increased, the State's support has steadily declined”, he noted
Lao Minister of Foreign Affairs Thongsavanh Phomvihane affirmed that the presence of Vietnamese press offices in Laos vividly demonstrates the great friendship, special solidarity, and comprehensive cooperation between the two nations, as the press is not only a means of communication but also an important bridge for spreading consciousness about the history, values, and strategic depth of the Laos – Vietnam relationship to the people of both countries and the international community.
The country is willing to participate in collective efforts to promote cooperation and mobilise resources to advance the current priority issues of developing countries, such as trade, investment, infrastructure connectivity, making the most of scientific and technological advances for development, and people-to-people exchanges, Hang said.
During the negotiations, the US highly evaluated Vietnam’s goodwill and efforts, affirmed its appreciation for the bilateral relationship, acknowledged Vietnam’s proposals and concerns, and considered these an important basis for continuing discussions and moving towards a final agreement.
The Chairman stressed the need for stricter fiscal discipline, faster digital transformation, and more efficient management of State budget revenues and expenditures.
The ministry has instructed Vietnamese representative agencies in Israel, Iran, as well as those in neighbouring countries, to closely monitor the situation and request local authorities to ensure absolute safety for Vietnamese citizens living, studying, and working in high-risk areas.
Senior Vietnamese leaders on June 19 sent letters of congratulations to New Zealand leaders on the occasion of the 50th founding anniversary of Vietnam – New Zealand diplomatic relations (June 19, 1975 – 2025).
Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Le Thi Thu Hang speaks at the regular press conference on July 16 (Photo: VNA) 
