China tells Vietnam to beef up 'education' of fishermen, avoid 'illegal' activities


BEIJING (Reuters-AFP): China's foreign ministry has now urged Vietnam to strengthen "education and management" of its fishermen, and not engage in "illegal activities" in waters within "Chinese jurisdiction".

Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian made the remarks at a press briefing when asked about Vietnam protesting against China's alleged detention of Vietnamese fishermen and fishing vessels in the contested Paracel Islands in the South China Sea.

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