Global situation’s impacts on East Sea disputes examined
The global situation’s impacts on East Sea disputes and recent developments related to the East Sea issue were analysed at an international conference in southern Ba Ria-Vung Tau province on Nov.23.
The conference takes place on November 23-24 in Ba Ria-Vung Tau's Vung Tau city (Photo: VNA)
Ba Ria-Vung Tau (VNA)𒐪 – The global situation’s impacts on East Sea disputes and recent developments related to the East Sea issue were analysed at an international conference in southern Ba Ria-Vung Tau province on November 23.
Among 14 reports and 40 opinions at the event, many scholars and participants shared the view that the global situation had certain impacts on East Sea disputes. All countries benefit from peace and stability in the East Sea and want to safeguard the navigation and aviation freedom and safety there. They also want to promote maritime cooperation, particularly in sea-based economic activities.
On the other hand, there are disagreements and lack of trust among countries in the region in terms of legal term explanation and unclear boundaries, which may result in misunderstanding and conflicts.
Some participants highlighted recent progress in the demarcation of overlapping waters and joint exploiting activities among the countries bordering the East Sea. They applauded efforts to solve disputes through peaceful measures, including the recent decision of a tribunal over a case between the Philippines and China.
Meanwhile, other delegates voiced concerns over China’s illegal large-scale island reclamation, runway building and possible military equipment installment on artificial constructions in the East Sea.
They feared that the new developments might trigger an arms race in the waters and threaten peace and security in the region.
With regard to the East Sea’s outlook, scholars said major conflicts are unlikely, but the regional security structure is in a dilemma.
They called on all concerned parties to have multilateral approaches, respect regional security forums and small and medium nations, and comply with international law.
The 7th East Sea international conference was held by the Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam, the Foundation for East Sea Studies and the Vietnam Lawyers Association. It will continue on November 24.-VNA
Indonesian Coordinating Minister of Politics, Law and Security Luhut Binsar Pandjaitan met with US Ambassador to Indonesia Robert Blake in Jakarta on November 19 to discuss security in the East Sea.
Australia and Japan expressed their concerns over the increasing tensions in the East Sea and reiterated strong opposition to any coercive actions that would change the status quo in the waters.
The parties involved in disputes in the East Sea need to exercise restraint and settle disputes by peaceful means, through dialogues and in line with international law, said UN Chief Ban Ki-moon.
More than 200 domestic and foreign scholars have gathered in the southern province of Ba Ria-Vung Tau to share information on recent developments in the East Sea.
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The outcomes of Party General Secretary To Lam's visit will serve as a driving force and source of inspiration for the two countries to inherit, promote, and elevate their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, contributing to the national construction and development cause in each country, and to peace, cooperation, and development in the region and the world.
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At their talks and meetings, President Cuong and Angola’s top leaders affirmed that the close brotherhood and traditional friendship are a valuable shared asset and a solid foundation for the two nations to advance into a new phase of development.
The ruling People’s Movement for the Liberation of Angola (MPLA) attaches great importance to the friendship, solidarity, and comradeship with the Communist Party of Vietnam, and voiced her Party’s wish to further deepen and expand relations between the two sides for the benefit of the Vietnamese and Angolan people.
Vietnam pledges to do its utmost to build an ASEAN of solidarity, consensus, and unity in diversity, and to foster a fast and sustainable development path for ASEAN, grounded in science, technology, and innovation, said Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh.
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Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh stressed that the emulation and commendation work is a vital driver, fostering patriotism, dedication, and collective momentum in the run-up to the 11th National Patriotic Emulation Congress, Party congresses at all levels, and the 14th National Party Congress.
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The size of the economy increased from over 5 billion USD in 1986 to over 476 billion USD by 2024, making Vietnam the fourth-largest economy in Southeast Asia and the 34th largest in the world.
The conference takes place on November 23-24 in Ba Ria-Vung Tau's Vung Tau city (Photo: VNA)
