(VOVWORLD) - German experts have hailed the initiatives to respond to maritime security challenges that Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh proposed at the UN Security Council High-level Open Debate on “Enhancing Maritime Security – A Case for International Cooperation” on Monday.
Talking to Vietnam News Agency, Dr. Gerhard Will, an former expert on the East Sea at the German institute for political science, said that the speech once again affirms Vietnam’s viewpoint and policy in ensuring maritime security and peacefully addressing conflicts at sea, as well as proposing specific solutions in this regard. Commenting on the Vietnamese PM’s proposals, the German expert said that they are very appropriate and practical, demonstrating Vietnam’s initiative, positivity and high sense of responsibility in dealing with common challenges. Will also appreciated Vietnam’s proposal to establish a network of regional maritime security mechanisms and initiatives coordinated by the United Nations to enhance the sharing of information and experience, and coordination to promptly respond to common global challenges.
 Prof. Thomas Engelbert (Photo: Manh Hung/VNA) |
Prof. Thomas Engelbert from the Asia - Africa Institute under the Hamburg University of Germany stated that Vietnam - one of the main stakeholders in disputes in the East Sea - plays an important role in the peaceful settlement of this issue. So far, every initiative that Vietnam has made has aimed at seeking a peaceful solution to or peacefully addressing disputes, he stressed.
Vladimir Volya, an expert from the Ukrainian Institute of Politics, said Vietnam’s stance reflects its responsibility in maintaining regional peace and stability, adding Vietnam’s sound viewpoints will help to enhance its role in the regional and global political landscape.
Daniil Bogatyryov, another expert also from the Ukrainian Institute of Politics, said such proposals completely match the present structure of international relations and should be further discussed.
Expert Sergey Shabovta, also from the institute, said the proposals have contributed to promoting peace, stability, cooperation and development of not only coastal countries but also other nations worldwide.