Fishermen set out to sea despite China’s provocative acts
(VOV) - Despite recent antagonism from Chinese ships, fishermen in the central region have continued to fish near Hoang Sa (Paracel) archipelago and protect Vietnam’s territorial waters.
VOV reporters recorded images of fishermen from Danang City and Quang Nam province setting sail in Vietnam’s waters near Hoang Sa (Paracel) islands.
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Fishing boats are ready for a long-day journey |
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Fishermen are fascinated with a new voyage |
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They beginning to depart from Tho Quang fishing port |
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The boats heading for their fishing ground near the Paracel |
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Assisting each other in fishing |
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The Paracel is their common fishing ground |
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Chinese fishing boats appearing in Vietnam’s waters |
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| The Chinese boats seeking to prevent Vietnamese boats’ operation |
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A Chinese boat deliberately ramming a Vietnamese fishing boat
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Many Chinese ships besieging the Vietnamese boat |
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China also using service ships to hinder Vietnamese fishing operations |
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The stern of a Quang Nam-based boat was damaged after the collision |
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Vietnamese fishermen continue to catch on traditional fishing ground |
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The boats operating in group to support each other if required |
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Vietnam coast guard ships standing side by side with fishermen |
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