06/12/2013
Vietnam follows with deep concern the developments in the East China Sea as well as the worries of all engaged parties, the Foreign Ministry’s Deputy Spokesperson, Le Hai Binh, has stated.
Binh was replying to reporters’ questions on Vietnam’s response to China’s announcement to establish an Air Defence Identification Zone (ADIZ) in the East China Sea during a regular press conference in Hanoi on December 5th.
“We hope all involved parties act with restraint and solve their differences through dialogues and peaceful measures in compliance with international law, ensuring security and safety on international air routes and contributing to maintaining peace, stability, cooperation and development in the region,” Binh said.
On how the ADIZ may affect Vietnam’s international flights, Binh said Vietnam’s authorised agencies have reported that international flights to and from Vietnam crossing the East China Sea are operating normally.
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