In response to question from the media regarding Viet Nam's reaction to the Houla massacre in Syria, Ministry of Foreign Affairs Spokesperson Luong Thanh Nghi on May 30, 2012 said:

"Viet Nam strongly condemns the killings of more than 100 civilians in the town of Houla. We extend ourheart-felt condolences to the families of the victims and call on parties concerned in Syria to promptly conduct full and objective investigations into the case and to strictly observe the UN six-point peace plan so that stability in Syria will soon be restored and the Syrian people will be able to build and develop their country.”