Verdict on East Sea-related lawsuit helps with regional stabilityThe verdict on the case filed by the Philippines against China’s territorial claims in the East Sea, in the long term, will substantially contribute to peace and stability in the region, an expert said. The verdict gave important criteria for countries, not only in the East Sea but also around the world, to behave towards one another, he noted. It provides an important foundation for countries to conduct sea demarcation, fully assess their claims, and clarify their stance on the East Sea. The ruling on July 12 proves this stance held by Vietnam true, the expert noted. The tribunal constituted under Annex VII to the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) ruled on seven of the 15 points brought up by the Philippines.

Source: VietNamNet News July 14, 2016 02:26 UTC