Commentary: Xi Jinping’s visit to Vietnam is not all about Donald Trump

Donald Trump’s despotism brings the international community closer to China, favorable conditions that Xi Jinping has begun to take advantage of underpinned by his pre-eminence in Southeast Asia. This week, the Chinese leader has dedicated his first trip abroad this year to visit Vietnam, Malaysia and Cambodia. It is no coincidence that these countries are among the most punished by the US president. Their universal tariffs imposed 46, 24 and 49…

Commentary: Xi Jinping’s visit to Vietnam is not all about Donald Trump

Hanoi’s welcome of the Chinese president amid the global tariff war is about serving Vietnam’s national interests and development, says this ISEAS-Yusof Ishak Institute researcher.

Xi Jinping's Vietnam Visit: Beyond Trump – Archyde

Archyde Vietnam’s Economic Dance: Leaning Closer to China, Eyeing Tech Independence HANOI, Vietnam — Vietnam is subtly shifting its economic posture, signaling a closer alignment with China amidst ambitions to become a regional technology hub. Recent agreements pave the way for enhanced infrastructure cooperation, but hanoi is carefully balancing its engagement with a focus on technology […] You can read the full story here: Xi Jinping’s Vietnam…

Xi’s southeast Asia visit strengthens regional ties, Wang Yi

President Xi’s southeast Asia visit strengthens regional ties, Wang Yi stated during a press briefing. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi described President Xi Jinping’s recent Southeast Asia visit as a resounding success, emphasizing its focus on strengthening good-neighborly ties and enhancing mutually beneficial cooperation. Wang, who also serves on the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, said during a press bri…