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China-Vietnam relations
Why Vietnam's Foreign Policy Won't Change After Its Party Congress
By Carl Thayer
Exploring myths and misconceptions regarding Vietnam's approach to China and the United States.
China's Xi Misses the Mark on Vietnam Visit
By Shawn W. Crispin
The limits of the president's well-timed trip to restore Beijing's position.
China, Vietnam Seek to Move Past South China Sea Disputes
By Shannon Tiezzi
With Chinese President Xi Jinping in Hanoi, Beijing wants to prove the China-Vietnam relationship is back on track.
China’s Charm Offensive Continues to Sputter in Southeast Asia
By Joshua Kurlantzick
There has been a significant chilling of China's relations with Southeast Asia.
Averting a China-Vietnam Military Clash
By Joshua Kurlantzick
The risk of confrontation is rising, and Washington should help defuse tensions.
The Practicalities of US Military Sales to Vietnam
By Eric Tegler
Despite converging strategic and economic interests, expect a slow start to U.S. military sales to Vietnam.
The Other Claimants: Vietnam and Philippines in the South China Sea
By Bill Hayton
Regional capitals try to secure their interests without starting a conflict.
A Tipping Point in the US-China-Vietnam Triangle
By Alexander L. Vuving
A visit to Washington by Vietnam’s general secretary this week underscores a major shift.
South China Sea Clash Complicates Vietnam-China Meeting
By Shannon Tiezzi
Media reports of violence used against Vietnamese fishermen come just before a major bilateral meeting in Beijing.
With Fourth 'Submarine-Killer' Corvette, China Makes ASW Headway
By Ankit Panda
China just commissioned its fourth "submarine-killer" corvette. ASW's rising on the PLAN's list of priorities.
1 Year Later: Reflections on China's Oil Rig 'Sovereignty-Making' in the South China Sea
By Ankit Panda
What is the long-term significance of China's decision to move an oil rig into Vietnam's exclusive economic zone in May 2014?
Relax, China's Island-Building in the South China Sea Is No Threat
By Dingding Chen
Despite its seeming threat, China's activities remain peaceful and defensive in nature.