Vietnam used to be better recognized for its ability to remain quietly in the strategic shadows, with its leaders mostly unknown to the outside world, but these days, it is being courted by everyone.
Both Chinese President Xi Jinping and US President Joe Biden paid visits in the previous year. A “comprehensive strategic partnership” was the highest status that the US could give its relationship with Vietnam.
Vietnam has consented to 18 free trade agreements, both current and future. On a variety of topics, including pandemic preparedness, supply chain resilience, and climate change, its cooperation is requested.
