Beijing and Hanoi have bolstered their commitment to demarcation talks over a contested stretch of water in the South China Sea, pledging to “better” navigate bilateral frictions in the area, according to a joint communique.
The document also said the countries’ ruling communist parties had agreed to shore up each other’s leadership at home with the adoption of a new five-year action plan.
Published on Friday as To Lam, Vietnam’s top leader, wrapped up his four-day visit to China, the communique…
Smoother waters? China and Vietnam vow to ‘better’ navigate South China Sea disputes
