In a statement allegedly from Vietnamese authorities, the government made it clear that its strict drug laws apply to everyone.
“We understand that you sympathise with your citizen. However, our stance and laws on drugs and corruption are severe. They apply fully to everyone who violates them, including our own Vietnamese citizens,” the statement read.
Vietnamese leaders stressed that no exceptions would be made, even for their own people.
As the leader of Vietnam, I do not interfere when courts sentence even Vietnamese drug dealers. This is not about citizenship; it is about protecting our children from killer substances,” the statement added.
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The alleged response also questioned Kenya’s handling of similar cases.
“How many Vietnamese citizens arrested in Kenya have been pardoned?” the statement challenged.