Timing and solutions to sue China in int’l court (VOV)-Vietnam is  considering various legal options available in crafting its response to the blatant illegal placement by China of its oil rig Haiyang Shiyou-981 inside Vietnam’s exclusive economic zone and continental shelf. Minister and Government Office Chairman Nguyen Van Nien shared this view at a regular cabinet meeting on May 29 in Hanoi while responding to questions raised by two major international media agencies AP and Reuters about Vietnam’s possible use of legal means in the Chinese situation. In regard to Vietnam’s preparations for a lawsuit against China, Minister Nien said when bringing the lawsuit to the International Court of Justice or the International Court of Arbitration, legal documents and timing are important considerations, but there are still other ramifications that must be taken into account. "We are calculating and strategizing and it is impossible to give an answer at this time as to how exactly the legal process will play out" said Minister Nen. Regarding questions from the two foreign news agencies about PM Nguyen Tan Dung’s recent working visit to the Philippines, Minister Nen once again confirmed, “ When the country needs, all Vietnamese people show their patriotism and leaders express their capacity anytime and anywhere. As the head of the Government, PM Dung demonstrated his attitude and contributed his voice to make the whole world understand the country’s consistent stance and spirit.” Minister and Government Office Chairman Nguyen Van Nien During the two trips to Myanmar and the Philippines, all members of the Vietnamese delegation led by PM Nguyen Tan Dung are the ones capable of exchanging with international friends to help them gain a better understanding about Vietnam’s stance and resolute struggle. Over the recent time, to express their indignation over China’s infringement on sea and island sovereignty, the Vietnamese people have gathered and rallied to hold marches to express their attitude. Expressing patriotism and love for the homeland is legitimate and must be respected. However, if the expression is beyond control leading to inconsiderate actions is not acceptable. So, in this situation, under the direction of the Politburo and the Prime Minister, the Ministry of Public Security has rapidly directed local police to prevent and arrest extremists and law-breakers. The security sector has prosecuted over 100 cases in three provinces (Binh Duong, Dong Nai and Ha Tinh) and while handling this problem, the sector ensure no violation of human rights and the right person and true crime to handle according to law, Nen said. About the question that the Government will consider setting up a Ministry responsible for long-term struggle with China to defend the country’s sea and island sovereignty, Minister Nen said, “Vietnam has long since prepared for struggle at sea. The government has also assigned a specialized section of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to work, study and invite foreign experts to consult and perform this task. " Concerning the worst case that from now until August 15, China will not withdraw its oil rig, Minister Nen quoted PM Nguyen Tan Dung as saying; “First, we continue to struggle by peaceful means and show our goodwill on diplomatic forums.  Second, we continue calling on China to move its oil rig and escort ships out of the Vietnamese waters. This must be done increasingly stronger while preventing instigators’ provocation. The PM has suggested disseminating information abroad aiming to convey all the facts, and current developments through images or languages to enlist the support of the international community. “We believe that a big country like China, if it wants to survive as a superpower in the true sense, it must abide by the law” Nen concluded. VOV