China’s Xi Jinping tells Vietnamese counterpart they should ‘jointly oppose unilateralism’

During Vietnamese President To Lam's state visit to China on Wednesday, Chinese President Xi Jinping urged China and Vietnam to jointly oppose unilateralism and protectionism. Xi emphasized the need for both countries to uphold peace, development, and cooperation to safeguard the global free trade system and maintain stable supply chains. The meeting aimed to strengthen Sino-Vietnamese ties amidst global challenges, including energy security concerns and tariff pressures from the United States. Both nations seek to navigate these pressures and ensure energy security through improved relations. The four-day visit underscores the importance of cooperation between China and Vietnam in addressing shared economic and geopolitical concerns.