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Vietnam in the South China Sea

Why March 2018 Was an Active Month in Vietnam’s Balancing Against China in the South China Sea
By Derek Grossman
Hanoi was busy in March with proponents of a “peaceful and prosperous Indo-Pacific region.”

‘Black Holes’ in the South China Sea: Vietnam Commissions 2 New Attack Submarines
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The Vietnamese Navy commissioned the last two of six Russian-made diesel electric attack submarines this week.

Vietnam’s ‘Soft Diplomacy’ in the South China Sea
By James Borton
Ly Son Island is a living museum documenting Vietnam's claims to the Paracels and Spratlys.

Vietnam Positioning to Impress Ahead of Obama's Visit
By Luke Hunt
Bilateral ties could get a boost during the U.S. president's upcoming trip there.

Vietnam, Laos Tackle South China Sea, Mekong in Bilateral Meeting
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Both sides address regional issues during the Lao president’s first overseas trip.

Obama Will Visit Vietnam in May 2016 to Boost Ties
By Prashanth Parameswaran
White House confirms president’s trip to the Southeast Asian state this year.

Vietnam Gets Fifth Submarine from Russia
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Another one of Hanoi’s six Kilo-class subs arrives.

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.

The Real Significance of the Japan-Vietnam Strategic Partnership
By Nguyen Thanh Trung and Truong-Minh Vu
The relationship between Hanoi and Tokyo needs to be put in broader context.

Japan Pledges New Vessels, Loans to Vietnam in Boost to Strategic Partnership
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Tokyo and Hanoi strengthen their security and economic ties.

Vietnam Joins International Maritime Grouping
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Hanoi is officially admitted as a member of the International Hydrographic Organization.

Japan Gifts Vietnam Patrol Vessel Amid South China Sea Tensions
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The Hayato is a boost for Vietnam's maritime security.

Vietnam Commissions Two New Subs Capable of Attacking China
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Armed with land-attack cruise missiles, these two new vessels could cause major headaches for China's naval forces.

How Should Vietnam Respond to China's South China Sea Oil Rig Return?
By Chau Bao Nguyen
A look at Beijing's motivations and Hanoi's options.

Vietnam Gets Fourth Submarine from Russia amid South China Sea Tensions
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Another one of Hanoi’s Kilo-class subs arrives.

The Truth About 'Aggression' in the South China Sea
By Nguyen Hong Thao
It's time to put things in perspective in the South China Sea.

Vietnam Muddles China's South China Sea Challenge
By Shawn W. Crispin
Politics is hampering Hanoi's ability to respond.
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