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China military buildup
![Understanding Vietnam’s Military Modernization Efforts Understanding Vietnam’s Military Modernization Efforts](https://thediplomat.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/sizes/thumbnail/thediplomat-2020-11-25-2.jpg)
Understanding Vietnam’s Military Modernization Efforts
By Bich Tran
The country's armed forces have come a long way since the years following the Vietnam War.
![Vietnam Is the Chinese Military’s Preferred Warm-Up Fight Vietnam Is the Chinese Military’s Preferred Warm-Up Fight](https://thediplomat.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/sizes/thumbnail/thediplomat_2017-03-23_21-19-42.jpg)
Vietnam Is the Chinese Military’s Preferred Warm-Up Fight
By Derek Grossman
At some point, the Chinese military will need to test its new capabilities – and Vietnam is likely the preferred adversary.
![Why China’s Submarine Deal With Bangladesh Matters Why China’s Submarine Deal With Bangladesh Matters](https://thediplomat.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/sizes/thumbnail/6449_5243ae5746db1.jpg)
Why China’s Submarine Deal With Bangladesh Matters
By Jeff M. Smith
A deeper look at Dhaka’s role in an intensifying Great Game in the Indian Ocean.
An East Asian Arms Race: Does It Even Matter?
By Ian Sundstrom
Capability is no substitute for intent, and one shouldn’t be studied without the other.
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