Seas and islands
Vietnam Endorses Common Voice on Ocean Jurisdiction
Former Chief of the Government's Border Committee Tran Cong Truc affirmed that Vietnam’s consistent policy is to resolve maritime disputes through peaceful means, demonstrating its support for the global legal system.
Seas and islands
Dialogue as Key to Settling Disputes and Advancing Law of the Sea
On May 7 in Hanoi, the Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam (DAV), in collaboration with the Konrad Adenauer Stiftung (KAS) in Vietnam and the Australian Embassy in Vietnam, co-hosted the 14th Ocean Dialogue under the theme "Dispute Settlement Mechanisms: UNCLOS' Indispensable Guardians."
Seas and islands
RoK Navy Ship Pays Friendly Visit to Da Nang City
On May 4, the Republic of Korea (RoK) Navy destroyer Kang Gam Chan, commanded by Colonel Kwon Yong Gu and carrying a crew of 296 officers, arrived at Tien Sa Port, marking the beginning of a friendly visit to Da Nang City, which will take place from May 4 to 6.
Naval Region 5 Promotes Reading Culture, Fosters Patriotism
From April 15 to May 2 in Phu Quoc City (Kien Giang Province), the Navy Region 5 Library is organizing a book exhibition. The event is part of activities marking the 4th Vietnam Book and Reading Culture Day and celebrates major national holidays as well as the anniversaries of the Vietnam People's Navy.
Coast Guard Region 2 Command Hosts Philippine Coast Counterpart
Earlier this week, in Nui Thanh, a delegation of the Philippine Coast Guard visited and exchanged with officers and soldiers of the Coast Guard Region 2 Command.
Vietnam - Thailand Navy: Coordination to Well Address Problems at Sea
From April 2 to 6, the H.T.M.S NARRESUAN (FFG-421), along with a delegation from the Royal Thai Navy Region 1, headed by Vice Admiral Arpa Chapanont, Commander of Region 1, visited and collaborated with Vietnam's Navy Region 5 Command in Phu Quoc City, Kien Giang Province.
Honoring the Fallen: Incense Offering for the 37th Anniversary of Gac Ma
On the morning of March 13, the Khanh Hoa Provincial Labor Confederation, in collaboration with various civic organizations, held an incense offering ceremony in remembrance of 64 naval officers and soldiers who sacrificed their lives in the Gac Ma event of 1988.
Vietnam Coast Guard Expands International Cooperation for Maritime Security
The Vietnam Coast Guard engaged in cooperative and exchange activities with the Coast Guards of China and France.
Three Vietnamese Fishermen Saved Off Jeju Coast
Three Vietnamese crew members had been rescued following the capsizing of a fishing vessel off the coast of Jeju Island, RoK, announced the Vietnamese Embassy in the Republic of Korea (RoK), on the evening of February 12.
Vietnamese Coast Guard Rescues Filipino Sailor In Distress
The Vietnam Coast Guard has brought ashore a Filippino sailor who fell ill aboard a China Hong Kong-flagged vessel off the coast of southern Ba Ria - Vung Tau province.
Naval Region 3 Brings Tet Atmosphere to Fatherland's Outpost Islands
On January 8-9, officers and soldiers of Naval Region 3 visited the people and officers on Vietnam's outpost islands. This is their annual activity to transport Tet gifts and wishes to the islands' residents.
Patriots Send Tet Love to Vietnamese Islands
On December 31, the Command of Naval Region 2 held a meeting with a working delegation and journalists who will visit and extend New Year greetings to the DK1 rig house, on-duty ships, and civilian government agencies in Con Dao District on the occasion of the Lunar New Year of 2025 (Year of the Snake).
Enhanced Surveillance in Binh Thuan to Combat IUU Fishing
As part of Vietnam’s broader strategy to combat IUU fishing, Binh Thuan is implementing rigorous policies, enhancing enforcement, and supporting local fishermen to promote sustainable and legal fishing practices.
China and Vietnam Carry Out Fourth Joint Patrol in Northern Gulf of Tonkin
On December 24, the Vietnam Coast Guard (VCG) and its Chinese counterpart conducted their fourth joint patrol in the northern waters of the Gulf of Tonkin, off the coasts of Mong Cai city in Quang Ninh province, Vietnam, and Dongxing city in Guangxi province, China.
Vietnam Celebrates 30th Anniversary of UNCLOS
The Foreign Ministry held a ceremony to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the entry into force of the UNCLOS to review the value and role of the convention as well as Vietnam's journey in implementing its provisions over the past 30 years.
Naval Region 5 Actively Participates in “Phu Quoc Environment Day”
The activity underscores the commitment of Naval Region 5 and local organizations to creating a cleaner, greener, and more beautiful Phu Quoc, fostering a collective spirit of environmental stewardship.
IFRC supports the construction of new fishing boats for Quang Nam fishermen
The People's Committee of Quang Nam province has issued Decision No. 2802/QD-UBND approving the project aid funded by the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) of Kuwait with a total implementation capital of more than 9.3 billion VND.
Vietnam, Thailand Cooperate in Combating Drug Trafficking
A delegation of the Thai Office of the Narcotics Control Board recently met with the Coast Guard Region 3 Command on November 25 in Vung Tau city, the southern province of Ba Ria-Vung Tau to discuss about drug control cooperation by sea.
UN Agreement on Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction: 20-Year Journey Towards Sustainable Oceans
At the 13th Ocean Dialogue in Can Tho City on November 14th, domestic and international experts delved deep into the implications of the BBNJ Agreement. While the agreement marks a significant milestone in international law, its implementation remains a long and complex process.
Organizations to Train Sea Turtle Rescue Skills for Fishermen
From November 13-14, at Nui Chua National Park (Ninh Thuan province), the Department of Fisheries (Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development) collaborated with the Humane Society International (HSI) and the International Union for Conservation of Nature in Vietnam (IUCN Vietnam) to organize the training program on “Instructions for rescuing sea turtles and marine mammals and information collection on unintentional exploitation of sea turtles and marine mammals".
UNCLOS: Timeless Framework for Ocean Governance
On the occasion of the 30th anniversary of the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (from November 16, 1994, to November 16, 2024), Permanent Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Nguyen Minh Vu shared his views on the role and value of the Convention.
UN Agreement on Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction: New Milestone of International Law
The agreement on the Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ) is the third implementing agreement of UNCLOS, further strengthening UNCLOS and contributing to the consolidation of multilateralism. This agreement marks a new milestone in the development of international law.
Naval Region 3 Coordinates in Propaganda and Career Guidance for Youth
On November 9, in Da Nang City, the Youth Union of Brigade 172, Naval Region 3, in collaboration with the Youth Union of Hoang Hoa Tham High School, organized the signing of a joint program to implement propaganda, career guidance, and military recruitment counseling for young people from 2024 to 2030. Concurrently, the program introduced maritime and island situation, as well as the Navy's military recruitment for 2025.
