On May 13, Vietnam's state oil company urged the US Navy to allow a tanker to pass through a blockade. This request comes as part of the company's efforts to ensure the continuity of oil supplies amid regional tensions.
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Vietnam's state oil entity has formally requested the US Navy to allow an oil tanker passage through a restricted blockade zone, citing maritime security concerns.