(VOVworld) – Vietnam was saddened to learn about the ferry sinking off the west coast of Myanmar on March 13 that killed scores of people.

A survivor (C) from the sank ferry is helped as she arrives at Kyaukphyu jetty in western Myanmar Rakhine state. (Photo: AFP)

Deputy Spokeswoman for the Vietnam Foreign Ministry Pham Thu Hang said Vietnam would like to send its deep condolences to the Myanmar government, people, and families of the victims.