Regarding
the latest move by China, Le Viet Truong, Vice Chair of the National Assembly
Committee for Defense and Security, said the analysis of the local and
international media of China’s calculations in the East Sea is credible. The
evidence shows that China is not only renovating Gac Ma (Johnson) Reef but also
the Vanh Khan (Mischief) Reef.
In terms of strategy,
Truong said that if both reefs are built up to become military bases, they will
work as two outposts, like a pair of pincers to control all activities in the
East Sea. Thus, all the rights of nations in the world that are related to this
maritime route will be affected.
"China is increasingly
unruly and openly expresses the plan of renovating reefs for military purposes.
Thus, Vietnam must speak out more strongly," he said.
Commenting on Vietnam's
reaction against China’s acts in the East Sea, Truong said: "Vietnam has
expressed its stance on the island and marine sovereignty issues based on the
spirit of the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea 1982."
Specifically, each time
Vietnam voiced its sentiments, they filed the statements to the UN. This shows
the continued expression of Vietnam’s viewpoints.
"I think such an
extent is necessary and reasonable. We must base everything on international
law to behave properly," said Truong.
On the recent actions of
China, Truong said that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, on behalf of the
Government of Vietnam, has to raise their voice promptly to clarify the
dangerous nature of China’s action. Vietnam must clearly state that these
actions are contrary to the Declaration on the Conduct of Parties in the Sea
(DOC) signed between ASEAN and China as well as agreements between the leaders
of Vietnam and China.
"This move
threatens peace, and the stability and security of the region," he said.
Commenting on the
reaction of the international community, Truong said the world has responded to
this move and will certainly raise a stronger voice.
Truong said:
"Especially those countries with a direct interest here, as the US or the
Philippines, have also stated that China had made very dangerous moves,
violating the sovereignty and jurisdiction of other countries to the sea and
the continental shelf of East Sea. Recently, during his visit to Vietnam, the
Russian Prime Minister also expressed his views in this regard."
"For my part, I
think that Vietnam needs to take stronger moves," Truong said.
Nguồn: vnn
