Vietnam Urges US Navy to Let Oil Tanker Through Its Blockade Vietnam's naval blockade on oil tankers has reached a critical point, with the Southeast Asian nation urging the US Navy to let one ship pass through its territorial waters.
The move is not just a humanitarian gesture but also reflects deeper concerns over the role of international law in maritime disputes.
Understanding the Blockade The blockade was implemented in January, ostensibly to enforce strict regulations on marine traffic through Vietnamese waters.