Vietnam has sufficient historical evidence and legal grounds to affirm its sovereignty over Hoang Sa (Paracel) in accordance with international law, spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Pham Thu Hang has stated.
Hang made the statement on January 9 in response to reporters’ questions about Vietnam's reaction to China’s inauguration of a commercial centre on Phu Lam island in Vietnam’s Hoang Sa.
“All foreign activities conducted in Hoang Sa without Vietnam’s permission are completely illegal and invalid. Vietnam resolutely opposes such activities,” the spokesperson said./.
Ask us
Frequently Asked Questions
- What do you want to know about the Ministry of Foreign Affairs?
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
Any foreign activities in Hoang Sa without Vietnam’s permission are illegal: Spokesperson
- (VNA) - All foreign activities conducted in Hoang Sa without Vietnam’s permission are completely illegal and invalid, said spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Pham Thu Hang.
NEWS IN THE SAME CATEGORY
Vietnam welcomes, supports Cuba-US dialogue
06:50 | 02/04/2026
(MOFA) - (VNA) - Vietnam hopes the two sides will soon reach common ground to move towards improving and normalising relations for the benefit of their peoples, and for peace, cooperation, stability, and development in the region and the world.
Foreign Ministry highlights efforts to advance energy diplomacy
06:45 | 02/04/2026
(MOFA) - (VNA) - The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, together with the Ministry of National Defence, the Ministry of Public Security and other relevant agencies, has been closely monitoring developments, conducting regular assessments and forecasts, and advising on response measures to avoid being caught off guard and to respond promptly to emerging situations.
Statement of the Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Viet Nam to a reporter's question
09:51 | 22/03/2026
(MOFA) - On 21 March 2026, in response to a reporter's question regarding China's recent activities at Hai Sam (Antelope) Reef in Hoang Sa, the Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Viet Nam, Pham Thu Hang, stated:
Foreign Ministry spokesperson provides updates on citizen protection in Middle East
06:50 | 19/03/2026
(MOFA) - (VNA) - The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has instructed Vietnamese embassies in Israel, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and Qatar to open online registration systems to collect requests from citizens wishing to return home or travel to third countries.
Vietnam reaffirms consistent policy on freedom of belief and religion
06:05 | 19/03/2026
(MOFA) - (VNA) - No Vietnamese citizen is subject to discrimination on the grounds of religion or belief, and the activities of religious organisations are guaranteed in accordance with the law.
Thăm dò
Are you planning to watch the parade on September 2nd?