Hanoi (VNA) – Scholars and experts ofUkraine have spoken highly of Vietnam’s initiatives raised at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC)'s recenthigh-level open debate on maritime security.

International commentator Andrey Tymchenko highlightedVietnam’s consistent stance on respecting international law, especially the1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS).

Vietnam stands ready to play a connecting role betweenthe Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and China to promote practical mechanisms to handle sea-related issues, he said.

Vietnam’s efforts in the international arena and itscall for stronger international cooperation have helped the country effectivelyimplement its foreign policy, Tymchenko noted.

Meanwhile, Vladimir Volya, an expert from the Ukrainian Instituteof Politics, said Vietnam’s stance reflects its responsibility in maintainingregional peace and stability.

Stressing major proposals presented by Prime MinisterPham Minh Chinh at the UNSC's debate to tackle maritime challenges, the expertsaid Vietnam’s sound viewpoints will help to enhance its role in the regionaland global political landscape.

Daniil Bogatyryov, another expert also from the UkrainianInstitute of Politics, said such proposals completely match the present structureof international relations and should be further discussed.

Ruslan Bortnik, a colleague of Bogatyryov, shared theview on Vietnam’s constructive and practical proposals given the complexdevelopments in the East Sea.

Expert Sergey Shabovta, also from the institute, saidthe proposals have contributed to promoting peace, stability, cooperation anddevelopment of not only coastal countries but also other nations worldwide.

At the UNSC High-level Open Debate on “EnhancingMaritime Security – A Case for International Cooperation”, held virtually onAugust 9, PM Chinh presented three proposals.

First, it is imperative that states and internationalorganisations develop a comprehensive, extensive and broad awareness of theimportance of oceans and seas, and the threats to maritime security.

Second, maritime security is a global issue andtherefore requires global solutions.

“Vietnam proposes the development of a network ofarrangements and initiatives for regional maritime security with the UnitedNations working as the coordinator, to bolster information and experiencesharing, coordinate actions, and address common challenges in a timely manner,”the leader said.

Third, the policies, regulations and conducts ofstates at sea must be in line with international law, especially the United NationsCharter and the 1982 UNCLOS./.