Protesters gathered outside the Chinese Embassy in Washington D.C. – March 18, 2023
Vietnamese communities across the globe have come together in peaceful protests to express their concerns regarding China’s actions in the South China Sea. The demonstrations were held in Sydney (Australia), Washington D.C. (USA), Houston (USA), and Tokyo (Japan) on March 18th and 19th, 2023.
The protesters strongly condemn China’s illegal occupation of the Paracel and Spratly islands, which rightfully belong to Vietnam. They also expressed their solidarity with the Vietnamese fishermen who have suffered greatly due to China’s aggressive actions in the region.
The demonstrators called on the Hanoi government to take action by filing a case against China at the Permanent Court of Arbitration to reaffirm Vietnam’s sovereignty over the Paracels and Spratlys. The peaceful gatherings were a powerful reminder of the global community’s support for the rule of law and the peaceful resolution of disputes.
Protest outside the People’s Republic of China Consulate in Sydney, Australia – March 18, 2023
Protest outside the People’s Republic of China Embassy in Washington D.C. – March 18, 2023
Protest outside the Socialist Republic of Vietnam Embassy in Washington D.C. – March 18, 2023
Protest outside the Socialist Republic of Vietnam Consulate in Houston, Texas – March 18, 2023
Protest outside the People’s Republic of China Embassy in Tokyo, Japan – March 19, 2023