Hanoi, July 31 -- The Vietnamese communities in areas affected by the recent earthquake with tsunami warnings in eastern Russia are currently safe, spokeswoman of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Pham Thu Hang stated at a regular press briefing on July 31.

In response to questions about the powerful earthquake in Russia's Kamchatka region and tsunami warnings along the Pacific coasts of Japan and the US, and parts of Alaska (the US), Hang said Vietnam's diplomatic missions in these countries promptly contacted key community representatives, advised citizens to move to safe areas, stay informed, and follow local safety guidelines.

According to the spokeswoman, following the directions from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the missions are...