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Vietnam-China relations
Vietnam and the Art of Choosing
By Khang Vu
Far from "refusing to choose" in its foreign relations, the country has been canny at deciding when – and where – to partner with more powerful countries.
Why Vietnam Cannot Copy the Philippines’ China Policy
By Khang Vu
The country's awkward geographic position with China militates against it adopting a strong pro-U.S. orientation.
Situating the Battle of the Paracel Islands in Modern Vietnam-China Relations
By Khang Vu
Good relations with China have necessitated the downplaying of past conflicts by both countries.
China Railway Plans to Test Vietnam’s Foreign Policy Equilibrium
By Brandon Tran
The Kunming-Haiphong railway runs directly through Vietnam's most significant deposits of rare earth minerals.
Vietnam and China Announce Major Upgrade in Relations During Xi Visit
By Khang Vu
Hanoi's decision to join Beijing's "community of common destiny" is consistent with the country's longstanding policy of assurance toward its northern neighbor.
China’s Leader Xi Jinping to Visit Vietnam Next Week
By Sebastian Strangio
The trip comes on the heels of the Vietnamese government's significant diplomatic upgrades with the United States and Japan.
What Vietnam Can Learn from the Stalemate in Ukraine
By Khang Vu
The stagnant state of the conflict is likely to make Hanoi even warier of relying on its security partnership with Washington.
Chinese Leader’s Visit Reflects Vietnam’s ‘Omnidirectional’ Foreign Policy
By Khang Vu
China's paramount leader Xi Jinping will reportedly soon make a state visit to Vietnam, just weeks after U.S. President Joe Biden.
China’s Xi Jinping Could Visit Vietnam Soon, Report Claims
By Sebastian Strangio
The visit, which could take place later this month or early next, would come after U.S. President Joe Biden's visit to Hanoi last month.
Overcoming Differences, Looking to the Future: The Next Step for the US-Vietnam Comprehensive Strategic Partnership
By Khang Vu
Despite the significant upgrade to its relationship with the United States, China will continue to loom large in Vietnam's calculations.
Why Vietnam’s Naval Bases Do Not Change the Dynamic of Vietnam-China Relations
By Khang Vu
While allowing foreign navies to call at its ports supports Vietnam's omnidirectional foreign policy, its relationship with China remains the most important variable.
US Aircraft Carrier Arrives in Vietnam For Six-Day Friendship Visit
By Sebastian Strangio
The visit of the USS Ronald Reagan came as Vietnam's Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh embarked on his first visit to Beijing since his appointment in 2021.
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