Seas and islands
Controversial 'Nine Dash Line' in Chinese films shown in Vietnam met strong opposition
The appearance of a map which depicts Chinese claims in the Bien Dong Sea, known internationally as the South China Sea, has been strongly opposed by the Vietnamese people in general and the Cinema Department in particular.
Seas and islands
Vietnam, Japan Discuss South China Sea Issue
According to the Japanese defense minister, countries need to work together to maintain and strengthen the international order based on free and open rules.
Seas and islands
Fighting Covid on Vietnam's Remote Islands
Soldiers and people of Truong Sa island district volunteered to contribute, wishing to support the people of Ho Chi Minh City and the whole country to fight against the Covid-19 pandemic.
China New Maritime Law - Latest Move to Disregard UNCLOS
China defiance of international law through changes to its own laws to acquire an advantage in the South China Sea is generating huge concern in the region.
Vietnam Hosts IGM25 Important Discussion about Cleaning Up the Oceans
The first part of the 25th Intergovernmental Meeting of the Coordinating Body on the Seas of East Asia (IGM 25) took place in 2 days from 8-9 September, ended successfully. Deputy Director General of Vietnam Administration of Seas and Islands Nguyen Que Lam chaired and delivered the closing speech of the meeting.
US Sails Ship Through South China Sea Despite Beijing’s New Notification Law
The US operation came just days after China passed a law demanding foreign vessels submit notice before entering waters it falsely claimed in the disputed island chain.
New Chinese Maritime Law Further Encroaches on Countries' Sovereignty
While the world is tired of the Covid-19 pandemic, worried about instability in Afghanistan, and dealing with other international crises, China has launched a new 'trick' in the Bien Dong Sea (known as East Sea or South China Sea) with its Newly Revised Maritime Traffic Safety Law which it said to be effective from September 1 and contain regulations causing public outrage.
US Vice Admiral: China’s New Maritime Requirements Build Foundations for Instability
China’s new reporting requirements for ships on innocent passage to the South China Sea (Bien Dong Sea) begin to build foundations for instability and potential conflicts if those are enforced.
Vietnam Commits to Cleaner Seas at International Conference on Marine Litter and Plastic Pollution
On the evening of September 1st 2021, 19:00 – 22:00 Hanoi time (14:00 – 17:00 Central European time), the first working day took place with the Opening session of the Conference co-convened by the partner ministries of the 04 countries Ecuador, Germany, Ghana and Viet Nam, under the support of the United Nation Environment Program (UNEP)
Vietnam Resolutely Protects Sovereignty over Archipelagoes
Vietnam resolutely and persistently takes measures in line with international law to exercise and protect its sovereignty over Hoang Sa (Paracel) and Truong Sa (Spratly) archipelagoes.
US Vice President Kamala Harris Says Beijing continues to 'coerce' in South China Sea
US Vice President Kamala Harris accused China of coercion and intimidation in the East Sea also called Bien Dong Sea (South China Sea), damaging order and threatening the sovereignty of other countries.
Vietnam's Approach & Initiatives in Maritime Security Highly Evaluated by Int'l Press
Given the fact that Vietnam has taken the lead in addressing the challenges regarding the South China Sea, expectations have risen regarding Vietnam’s constructive role in the overall South China Sea dispute settlement.
US, China Clash over South China Sea (Bien Dong Sea) at UNSC High-Level Meeting
Washington asserted it has seen “provocative actions” to advance unlawful maritime claims in the South China Sea (Bien Dong Sea) by Beijing.
Amid Rising Tensions, World Powers Gather in Bien Dong Sea
South China Sea (Bien Dong Sea) has recently become a focus in the region and world's diplomatic, military, and maritime activities.
US, Japan Express Concern Over South China Sea (Bien Dong Sea) at ASEAN Forum
The United States and Japan have expressed concern over the situation in the South China Sea (called Bien Dong Sea in Vietnam), where China has been aggressively pushing its territorial claims.
What Vietnam Says about Recent Maritime Activities on South China Sea (Bien Dong Sea)
Maritime activities of countries inside and outside the region need to strictly comply with the provisions of the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea.
Foreign Ministers Support ASEAN's Standpoint on South China Sea
Japan, RoK, Australia, US affirmed to back ASEAN’s standpoint on the South China Sea in recent meetings.
Southeast Asia in World Powers' Foreign Policies
Foreign countries have put a higher focus on building better relationship with Southeast Asia in their foreign and security policies.
China announces naval drill in South China Sea (Bien Dong Sea)
The People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) of China will conduct an exercise in the South China Sea (Bien Dong Sea).
Truong Sa Brings Overseas Vietnamese Closer to Motherland
Vietnamese-French writer Hieu Constant recently released her book entitled ‘Viet Kieu Voi Truong Sa’ (Overseas Vietnamese people’s sentiments toward the Spratly Archipelago), telling the story about the trip that Hieu and other Vietnamese expats from 24 countries around the world made to Truong Sa archipelago in 2018.
South China Sea Code Of Conduct Negotiation Struggles As Tension Rises, Said Experts
“ASEAN members want to resume negotiations as a means of restraining China’s assertiveness," South China Morning Post quoted an expert in its recent article.
US Rejects China Maritime Claims In South China Sea (Bien Dong Sea)
The United States rejects China's "unlawful" maritime claims in the South China Sea (known as Bien Dong Sea in Vietnam) and stands with Southeast Asian countries facing Chinese "coercion.”
Vietnamese Frigates Depart for Int’l Army Games 2021 in Russia
The Gepard 3.9 frigates 015 Tran Hung Dao and 016 Quang Trung left for the International Army Games 2021 in Russia.
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Travel
Amazing Place: Castel Meur - The House Between The Rocks
In a quiet little village of Plougrescant, France, tourists can visit this quirky and extraodrinary Castel Meur, also known as "The House Between The Rocks", which has become an attraction for many years.
15:50 | 20/09/2021
Handbook
Top 4 Vietnamese Contestants' Hot Pics To Vie For Global Beauty Pageants
Do Thi Ha, Pham Ngoc Phuong Anh, Nguyen Thuc Thuy Tien and Nguyen Huynh Kim Duyen set to vie for global beauty pageants.
15:45 | 20/09/2021
World
Unusual Place: Zalipie – The Pretty Painted Village in Poland
In the outskirt of Poland, there is a pretty rural village that is called "The painted village" for its amazing and unique tradition of painting their homes inside and out with colorful floral patterns, making this place the most photogenic spot.
15:40 | 20/09/2021
