(VOV) -Vietnam strongly condemned the attack in Paris’ Charlie Hebdo magazine office on January 7, killing 12 people, said Deputy Foreign Ministry spokesperson Pham Thu Hang at a January 8 regular press briefing in Hanoi.
“Vietnam denounces terrorist acts in any forms. The terrorist attack in Charlie Hebdo magazine office was barbaric and unacceptable. The country conveys its condolences and deepest empathy to the French government, people, and victim families. We believe that the perpetrators shall feel the full weight of justice.”
In response to reporter questions on recent Chinese activities in the East Sea, the spokesperson reiterated Vietnam’s stance to resolutely oppose any violation of national sovereignty and territorial integrity in the East Sea.
The country aims to settle issues in the East Sea by peaceful means on the basis of respect for international law, especially the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS).and the Declaration of the Conduct of Parties in the East Sea (DOC).
All activities by any party in the East Sea without Vietnam’s consent were illegal and invalid.
Vietnam and China celebrate the 60th anniversary of diplomatic ties this year and are to hold various activities to propel the comprehensive strategic partnership forward.
Đăng ký: VietNam News