Vietnam’s Prime Minister has issued a decree about a potential military call-up, amid rising tension with China.
The decree outlines who would be exempt from military draft if war broke out.
Vietnam has conducted live-ammunition exercises in the sea adjacent to the waters it disputes with China.
The area is thought to be rich in natural resources, and Hanoi has accused Beijing of harassing its oil exploration ships.
The new decree was signed by the prime minister at the request of the Ministry of Defence.
It is believed to serve two purposes – the first is to placate nationalists who have been agitating against China’s policy towards Vietnam, and calling the government response too weak. For more visit: BBC.com
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