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Vietnam and India deepen ties to reduce superpower reliance

Vietnam and India are strengthening their strategic partnership to reduce reliance on major global powers. During Vietnamese President To Lam's visit to New Delhi, both nations agreed to boost trade to $25 billion by 2030 and elevated their relationship to an "enhanced comprehensive strategic partnership." This move aims to foster cooperation and provide Vietnam with a strategic hedge, particularly concerning potential escalations in maritime disputes. AI

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Maria Siow ·

    Vietnam, India seek closer ties to hedge against dependence on superpowers

    A visit by Vietnam’s leader to India is set to enhance New Delhi’s growing influence with Hanoi while allowing the Southeast Asian country to hedge against China in the event of any escalation in maritime disputes. Vietnamese President To Lam’s trip underscores concerns from both…