Seas and islands
Vietnam, Thailand's Navies Conduct Joint Patrol
Patrolling, performing greeting procedures at sea, practicing hand flags, and lamp signaling, are activities carried out during the 48th annual joint patrol on the adjacent sea area between the Vietnamese and Thai navies taking place over 2 days November 28-29.
Seas and islands
UNCLOS 1982: Strengthening Legal Order at Sea, Maritime Cooperation For Peace And Sustainable Development (Part 2)
To ensure full and consistent implementation of the Convention in practice, UNCLOS established agencies and mechanisms with different roles and functions.
Seas and islands
UNCLOS 1982: Strengthening Legal Order at Sea, Maritime Cooperation For Peace, And Sustainable Development
In the Preamble of UNCLOS, the State Parties affirmed their "desire to settle all issues relating to the law of the sea” and establish “a legal order for the seas and oceans."
Vietnamese Messengers Spread Love For Homeland's Seas And Islands
Although newly established, Liaison Department for Vietnamese in Europe "For the sea and islands of Vietnam" has become a forum to help generations of Vietnamese working and living abroad easily learn about the situation of the country's seas and islands.
Vietnam Coast Guard Trained to Improve English Skill
In order to meet the requirements of the new situation, the Vietnam Coast Guard forces need to maintain regular training and fostering activities.
Truong Sa District Celebrate Vietnamese Teacher's Day
Localities of Truong Sa District (Khanh Hoa province) held many meaningful events to celebrate Vietnamese Teachers' Day on November 20.
Fifth ASEAN Regional Forum Workshop on Implementing UNCLOS 1982
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs coordinated with the embassies of Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and the EU to hold the fifth ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) Workshop on Implementing UNCLOS and other International Instruments to Address Emerging Maritime Issues. The event was held in Hanoi on November 9.
Lessons Drawn from 15 South China Sea International Conferences
The 15th South China Sea International Conference was held in Ho Chi Minh City (October 25-26, 2023), attracting more than 50 speakers from 20 countries inside and outside the region. The conference is held with the theme "Luminate the grey, light up the green". "Luminate the grey" means constructing a more transparent and peaceful maritime space, while "light up the green" indicates identifying the potential of the sea through practical activities such as green transformation, wind power, and marine energy conversion.
International Law & Multilateral Cooperation - Keys to Resolving South China Sea Issue
Most opinions affirm that up to now, ASEAN has played a central role and needs to continue to promote its leading role in issues that require collective action and effort, including maritime security.
Promoting Int'l Community’s Joint Efforts Maintaining Peace
Delegates hope for a better understanding, especially from scholars from Europe and outside Southeast Asia, about the difficulties and challenges related to the dispute in the East Sea.
Australian Frigate Visits Ho Chi Minh City
Royal Australian Navy HMAS Toowoomba arrived in Ho Chi Minh City as part of Indo-Pacific Endeavour 2023.
Vietnamese Vessel Sails to Singapore for Friendly Visit
The trip’s success will contribute to further strengthening the friendship and cooperation between the Vietnamese and Singaporean navies.
Historical Evidence of Vietnam's Seas and Islands On Display for Youth
The University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam National University, Ho Chi Minh City held an exhibition titled "Vietnam's seas and islands: Historical evidence" at its Thu Duc campus.
Vietnamese Coast Guard Ship Departs for Japan
Vietnamese Coast Guard Ship 8004 (CSB 8004), under the command of Colonel Le Thanh Hai, Deputy Commander of Coast Guard Region 1, will visit Kobe city (Japan) from September 24.
Vietnam Signs High Seas Treaty: Significant Step Towards Sustainable Use of Marine Environment
On September 20, Vietnam signed the High Seas Treaty, which is a significant milestone because the treaty is one of the international agreements that has received the most attention in the last decade.
Hanoi Armed Forces Held Exchange to Address Contribution to Truong Sa over Past Years
On September 22, the Hanoi Command held "Hanoi towards Truong Sa and the responsibilities of the Capital's armed forces," an event to exchange and discuss the contribution of Hanoi Armed Forces to the people and soldiers on Truong Sa from 2009 to 2023.
Spread Love of Homeland Sea and Islands to Students in Lang Son
The contest "I love my hometown' sea and island" is a way to spread the love and responsibility of each individual for the sovereignty of the country's sea and islands.
Vivid 3D Images of The Homeland's Sea and Islands Showed to Khanh Hoa Students
3D films recreating ship model, ambulance stretcher, sovereignty milestone, Hoang Sa Flotilla ship in virtual space will be introduced to students of Khanh Hoa province through an exhibition.
Exhibition Honoring Sea and Islands Cultural Heritage to Underway in Binh Thuan
The exhibition "Vietnamese sea and islands cultural heritage" was held with rich activities, displaying 270 photos and artifacts, giving an overview of Vietnam's seas and islands.
If Sustainable Fishing Not Ensured, Another Yellow Card Will be Applied
Vietnam has seen positive progress in its fight against illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing more than five years after it received a “yellow card” warning on Vietnamese seafood exports from the European Commission (EC).
Vietnam's Naval Force – Providing Fishermen with Good Health for the High Seas
Residents at the Phuoc Hoi fishing port in Phuoc Hoi ward, La Gi town, the south-central province of Binh Thuan, received free medical checkups and drugs under a programme held by the Naval Region 4 High Command.
Truong Sa Benefits From Tree Planting Program
Together with the whole country, Khanh Hoa's army and people are determined to develop and build Truong Sa (Spratly) island district to be the economic, cultural and social center of the country at sea, a solid fortress protecting the sovereignty of the national sea and islands. Khanh Hoa focuses on developing Truong Sa to be greener and more beautiful in terms of landscape and environment.
Nui Thanh District, Quang Nam Province: Elderly Fishermen Still Flock to Sea
Elderly fishermen are still heading for the open sea — out of choice and necessity, in a small commune of the central province of Quang Nam. The increased average age of fishermen indicates that older fishermen are continuing to fish beyond their expected retirement age, and younger fishermen are not replacing them.
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