US Lawmaker Expresses 'Deep Concern' Over Vietnam's Human Rights; State Dept. Responds
US Representative Derek Tran has expressed 'deep concern' over widespread human rights abuses in Vietnam, with the State Department stating it 'continues to monitor closely' the situation. Concerns were specifically raised regarding restrictions on freedom of speech and assembly, the criminalization of expression using vague national security provisions, and alleged transnational repression.
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