Viet Nam Human Rights
The wave of patriotism
22/5/14
In the hot
days on the East Sea, there is a silent but persistent
and united force, fishermen. Fishermen are not alone on the East Sea.
Previously,
there were times when fishermen were afraid of China for butting vessels and
arresting for ransom. But since China
deployed the oil rig HD981 in Vietnam’s
Economic Exclusive Zone and continental shelf, those fears have turned flight. Fishermen
sail with greater determination, not just fishing, but proving to the world that
Hoang Sa (Paracel) and Truong Sa (Spratly) islands belong to Vietnam. Fishermen boast that he
was "living landmark" on the East Sea. Fishermen
from Ly Son Island of Viet Nam's central coast are still casting their nets
around the Hoang Sa archipelago,
their traditional fishing ground, despite the presence of an illegal Chinese
oil rig in the area. They want to prove to China that they are not afraid of
any forces. Sticking to help protect sea island our fathers left, fishermen
challenge any aggressions. China set up the rig with the aid of a large number of vessels,
including warships, last weekend. Viet Nam
has said the move seriously violates Viet
Nam's sovereignty over the Hoang Sa
(Paracel) archipelago and its jurisdiction over its exclusive economic zone and continental
shelf.
The act is also said to violate Viet Nam's
sovereignty over its waters and threatens local fishermen's operations.
"It is unacceptable," said 39-year-old fisherman Nguyen Hong from An
Hai commune's Fisheries Trade Union in Ly Son island district, central Quang
Ngai province.
Another fisherman, Le Binh, said
fishermen would still operate in its traditional Hoang Sa and Truong Sa fishing
grounds to contribute to the nation's economic development and protect its
sovereignty.
Despite China
is a large country, the patriotism of Vietnamese people is invincible. When
there is shadow of foreign invasion, Vietnamese People will be united more than
ever.
Fishermen at sea follow the group shoulder-to-shoulder and always be ready
to assist and protect each others when being attacked by Chinese ships.
"Viet Nam's
sovereignty over Hoang Sa and Truong Sa is undeniable. We demand China respect this and withdraw all equipment
and vessels from Viet Nam's
exclusive economic zone," Nguyen Quoc Chinh, head of the An Hai communal
Fisheries Trade Union, said.
There is one thing for sure that there is no lone fisherman on the East Sea.
In recognition of brave and indomitable fishermen, President Truong Tan Sang
has announced in recent days that Vietnam fishermen are still out
coast, carry on fishing activities on the traditional fishing grounds and are
normally protected by the Viet Nam Marine
Police and the Fisheries Surveillance Force.
Behind fishermen are 90 millions Vietnamese people. The programs calling
for supports to fishermen have drawn a large number of people in an effort to
empower fishermen. Everyone is aware that the fishermen go out to sea is a
symbol of patriotism.
Since the incident of the drilling rig HD981, the wave of patriotism has
erupted. Young people consciously learn more about our territorial sovereignty
of the sea and islands in the East
Sea. And understanding
that China’s
move is illegal and a violation of international law.
90 millions Vietnamese people are accompanying fishermen to protect the country's sovereignty./.
90 millions Vietnamese people are accompanying fishermen to protect the country's sovereignty./.
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All comments [ 10 ]
The more I read the more I get angry with what China has done to our fishermen, we must do something to respond, can't keep calm and silent any more! Go fighting!
the patriotism of Vietnamese people is invincible. When there is shadow of foreign invasion, when our fatherland's in danger, we will rise!
Never back down! We, Vietnamese people, rather die with glory than live on the knees.
Viet Nam's sovereignty over Hoang Sa and Truong Sa is undeniable. We'll do anything to protect our land and sea.
I respect your patriotism, but we have to be aware of activities that abuse our love for the country to benefit themselves. We are very sorry for what happened in Binh Duong, Dong Nai, Ha Tinh provinces.
I love my country and always be ready to sacrifice myself for my fatherland.
We will struggle with China by many wise measures like diplomacy, propaganda, international supports, political negotiations... And finally, we will win for sure.
Fishermen are truly "living landmarks" on the East Sea, so respectful. The government should issue all possible measures to protect these brave fishermen. I myself will do anything to support my fellows.
Chinese authorities are so mean, the terriorial disputes are between the two governments. Why have they attacked and arrested our innocent fishermen. Damn you, I hate China!
Yeah, China will be sunk by the wave of patriotism of our people!
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