Chinese President Xi Jinping is on a tour of Southeast Asia, signing multiple agreements with Vietnam, including trade deals, as the trade war with the United States continues to escalate. The visit to Hanoi is a part of a pre-planned trip through the region, where Xi is aiming to strengthen ties with neighboring countries amidst the ongoing tensions with the US.
With the US imposing 145 percent duties on Chinese goods, President Xi’s visit to Vietnam comes at a crucial time for both countries. He emphasized the importance of enhancing relations with Vietnam, a key trading partner for China. In addition to Vietnam, Xi is also scheduled to visit Malaysia and Cambodia this week as part of his diplomatic efforts in the region.
Political scientist Ja Ian Chong weighed in on Xi’s tour, highlighting the significance of these visits in the context of the US-China trade war. DW correspondent Melissa Chan provided insights from the ground, shedding light on the current state of affairs and the implications of Xi’s outreach to Southeast Asian nations.
As tensions between China and the US show no signs of abating, President Xi’s tour of Southeast Asia holds great importance in the evolving dynamics of global trade. Stay tuned to DW News for further updates and analysis on this developing story.
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