US concern over South China Sea 'dangerous conduct'

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE
DIPLOMAT IN ACTION



Vietnam/China: Chinese Oil Rig Operations Near the Paracel Islands
Press Statement



Jen Psaki
Department Spokesperson


Washington, DC

May 7, 2014


China’s decision to introduce an oil rig accompanied by numerous government vessels for the first time in waters disputed with Vietnam is provocative and raises tensions. This unilateral action