Vietnam and the US begin a new chapter of their bilateral relations, rising to become comprehensive strategic partners. This new chapter occurs amidst the dynamics of US-China relations in the Indo-Pacific and globally.
Please note that this article was automatically translated using Microsoft Azure Open AI and Google Translation AI. We cannot ensure that the entire content is translated accurately. If you spot any errors or inconsistencies, contact us atMAHDI MUHAMMAD, LARASWATI ARIADNE ANWARThe following article was translated using both Microsoft Azure Open AI and Google Translation AI. The original article can be found inUS President Joe Biden spoke to the media about his visit to Hanoi, Vietnam on Sunday .
This is the first meeting between Trong and Biden after their previous meeting in Washington eight years ago. At that time, Biden was still serving as the vice president.Trong is trying to praise Biden, who is facing constant domestic questions about his 80 years of age and his candidacy in the upcoming election."You haven't aged a single day, and in my opinion, you look better than ever," Trong said."In my opinion, every feature of yours, Mr.
Minister of Trade Gina Raimondo said that the CEOs she spoke to viewed Vietnam as a suitable place to diversify supply chains, which were heavily reliant on China before the pandemic. Raimondo has been attempting to expand these supply chains through the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework , an initiative launched by Biden last year.US President Joe Biden waves at students holding the US and Vietnam flags as he arrives at the Presidential Palace in Hanoi, Vietnam, on Sunday .
Meanwhile, Biden emphasized that his visit will not only be significant for both countries, but also for the Indo-Pacific region and the world. He mentioned that the US supports the region becoming an open, stable, safe and prosperous area.