Jeff Merkley actually said...

If confirmed as U.S. Ambassador to Vietnam, I will press the Government of Vietnam to bring its laws into conformity with Vietnam's constitution and international human rights obligations and commitments.

Context

Merkley emphasizes the importance of aligning Vietnam's laws with human rights standards.

01/02/2017

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