I'm an American living in Hanoi. After what the American government did in this country during the American war, I strongly believe that America is in NO position to criticize Vietnam on ANYTHING!
You are also in NO position to have an opinion or say so on what the US government does. It does what it wants to. You currently live in Hanoi, but criticize the US? That makes a lot of sense. You saying, “I’m an American living in Hanoi” like that’s supposed to mean something. Nobody cares about your opinion, in fact, nobody even notices that you are gone from the US and living in Hanoi. That’s how tiny and insignificant you are. Let reality sink in. 😂
@@starnight1209 The US spent billions killing people in Vietnam. It was the people who survived the war who received nothing from the US government. However, that's beginning to change now that the US needs them.
We don't want any war and especially after war after war. We would choose to stay as neutral. Look how president Ukraine has done to their country? All because they chose West... Such a poor choice of strategies.
After visiting this beautiful country , meeting beautiful people., happy to have found this informative channel. Thank you Vietnam for a wonderful experience. Go Vietnam!
I once asked a Vietnamese tour guide how he felt about French and american tourists. He thought for a moment and than said, "We remember our past, but look towards the future." How gracious.
President Putin is a very wise man. Although I am from Western Europe, I believe that Russia did everything to avoid a conflict in Ukraine, with a number of attempts to solve the problems that arose after the coup d'état in Ukraine in 2014 that NATO countries financed and installed an extremist regime that is close to Banderas Nazis as murdered some 100,000 people in Poland and Ukraine. The new government also included a couple of Americans who helped send all important issues to Washington. There were several opportunities to get an advance settlement that NATO opposed. The Rand corporation document on Ukraine and the Nord Stream from 2019 tells what it was about. It also explains the 12 CIA-built military bases along the Russian border that could be equipped with nuclear weapons. I think BRICS can become a great asset to humanity that all countries can join and then also gain access to their security. I also think Vietnam benefits from having good relations with all countries.
You are 100% correct. It was always an American plan to to cause this conflict in Ukraine (and elsewhere!). USA cannot exist without an enemy or 3 so their military industrial complex can profiteer and to support its weakening global dollar-based economy.
@@johnstorm9314 Are there any friends or enemies in world politics? its all about self-interests... Every country has the right to watch out for their interests. The only difference is China as China is controlled by a mafia, not a govt chosen by the people.
Good for Vietnam, I've met many Vietnamese people and have nothing but good things to say, wonderful human beings, great food,smart humble hard working, good luck ,lots of hugs 🎉
@@genbond7459 He did not know that: 3 Indochina wars, Vietnamese pro-France anti-communist, pro-USA anti-communist, pro-Soviet anti-Chinese, capitalist or communist Vietnamese would get punished and contained if China saw neighbors hooked up with other superpower militarily
is that why russia isn't making any arms deals with afghanistan? i hear afghanistan has lots of arms for sale. you'd think they would be besties with russia.
The US is busy alienating countries instead of heling countries increase their economic activity. I agree with Vietnam's efforts to have positive relationships with all countries.
4 nos makes sense to me too. The LAST thing they should do is try to become an American proxy against china. The US will accept its role since they are basically aligned in the scs maritime discussions, but having Russia as the main intermediary between the maritime disputes is frankly top notch strategy.
Many US companies are moving manufacturing from China to Vietnam. This doesn't happen overnight. The US has been rebuilding its relationship with Vietnam going back President Obama. People forget history. Enemies of the past have become allies. Germany and Japan were the USA's biggest enemies from WWII and became two of its biggest allies. A lot of people are geopolitically illiterate. The countries of the companies who have invested billions in manufacturing in Vietnam are allies opposed to Russia's invasion and war with a sovereign Ukraine. Companies want stability. They don't want to invest where leadership has questionable relationships. A simple analogy to this would be you and your neighbor decide to partner in business. You bought a 50% stake into the business. There's a guy in town that's been known to cause trouble. You believe this man has even committed serious crimes. Your neighbor and business partner is seen hanging around town with this guy. He's even brought him around your business. How are you going to feel about your business investment and the relationship your business partner has with this questionable person? Do you have a conversation with your business partner expressing your displeasure in his relationship? Do you completely divest from the business? These are the decisions that companies and countries make on a larger scale.
150+ years is nothin.. if you compare Vietnamese people struggle for 1000+ years against Han expansionism ambition since Qin dynasty.. Southern China was originally majority population in Southeast Asia today.
@@kaimanyu586 How's that "wAr-merican wine " ? Vietnam keeping quiet when The Armed Forces of the Philippines said it is monitoring reports about the alleged bilateral exercises between China and Russia scheduled to take place in the West Philippine Sea (Last week , wednesday July 10 , AFP Chief of Staff General Romeo Brawner has not received reports of the Russian corvette conducting drills with Chinese warships in the South China Sea, but he says the AFP will continue to monitor the situation to ensure the safety of the Philippines under the rules-based order)
Vietnam's Leaders are very wise to host both Nations. These relationships will act as a Hedge with it's relationship with China ! Vietnam's Diplomacy will maximize it's growing importance in the Region......Great Intel, Ken...Thank you ...
Vietnamese people never forget about their wars for 1000+ years struggle against Han expansionism since Qin dynasty.. Southern China was originally from majority population in Southeast Asia today.
@@ColoniaMurder20cry more about China kid..🤣😂 Because that's all you can do.. i hope you enjoy the rise of China. China will be no1 in the world for a very long time.... Good luck crying about China for the next 100 years..😂
The Russia led USSR sent weapons and advisors to North Vietnam to fight the US supported South Vietnam and the rest is history that the unified Vietnam never forgets.
When it comes to geopolitics, Vietnam is a very well seasoned and very intelligent participant on the world stage due to the experience of its own history that is nothing but violent subjugations from major powers (Japan, French, USA, china) and successfully handed these 4 major powers a beat down. Unlike Ukraine, Vietnam has learned a lesson very well: to be an enemy to us is dangerous, but to be a friend is fatal (Henry Kissinger). For all the Vietnamese out there, you should be proud of your country leadership. If it wasn’t for skillful leadership of your government, your country is divided in 1/2 by now.
Everyone forgets that it was the US that overthrew a democratically elected leader in Ukraine in 2014 that was the start of this conflict. As per the trade side US Corporations will go where ever they can get cheap labour for manufacturing. Vietnam is wise to be neutral and trade with all countries.
Vietnam's leadership has demonstrated remarkable wisdom in fostering strong relationships with both nations, astutely leveraging these alliances as a strategic hedge against its complex ties with China. By doing so, Vietnam is poised to further solidify its increasingly vital role in the region, showcasing its adept diplomacy and geopolitical savvy. Great insight, Ken - thank you for sharing your expertise!
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THE VIETNAMESE SEME TO FORGET THE WORD OF KISSINGER , US SECRETARY OF STATE DURING THE VIETNAM -AMERICAN WAR : '' BEING AN ENEMY OF UNITED-STATES IS DANGEROUS BUT BEING ITS FRIEND IS FATAL '' VIETNAM WOULD BE WISE TO BE ENNEMY OF USA AND FRIEND OF RUSSIA AND CHINA.
The US state dept already knew the in and out of these meetings. Everyone is going thru the motion for their own supporters and PR back home. A stronger and more independent VN is actually more helpful to the USA then a weak and timid VN.
Did everyone notice how Kritenbrink highlighted the great trust the US has with Vietnam and then lied about why he was there? This is an excellent example of why Vietnam has the 4 NOs policy.
1 billion dollars investment is insulting if you consider how big the USA's economy is and secondly, China's investment in Vietnam just for 2023 was 4.5 billion dollars.
128 countries out of 193 countries count China as their biggest trading partner, it's a no contest. It's why the US is working overtime to try and get countries to ditch the Belt & Road Initiative. The US nominal GDP top status is mainly driven by the sale of weapons around the world while China's second position is based on economic bilateral development.
@@magellanmax "economic bilateral development" is just the snake oil sale. China always tries to wrap other countries with debts while they exploit the partner country's natural resources to the last drop. This is why many countries are ditching the Belt & Road Initiative on their own without the intervention from the USA.
Vietnam will never forget the tens of thousands of Vietnamese who died during US war against Vietnam. The only reason Vietnam is having relations with US is economics nothing more nothing less.
If you actually visited Vietnam you would realize how wrong you are. The people of Vietnam have moved on from the war just as the people of Japan have moved on from WWII.
@@jimmydseeker5321 Baloney. Most of the people here in Vietnam were born after the war and know little about it and care even less. Furthermore, The American war was only one of many Vietnam endured in the last century. You really should, at least, visit Vietnam before you pretend to know the people who live here.
In my opinion, what viet nam does, is none of my business, so why i be upset if they want to improve, energy efficiency, makes sense. It would be cruel to suggest to choose sides. . As far as my opinion is concerned, it is that the US is jealous of the fact they cannot compete due to the fact they have destroyed their own infrastructure and are incapible of producing anything other then items related to war.
Can Vietnam trust the US, just look at Korea, Iraq, Afghanistan, Ukraine, Taiwan, the Philippines. Vietnam experienced hell in the 60s to the 80s because of US political interests. Vietnam have to play smart among the big boys, and leverage what is best for Vietnam in the longer term. The US never plays long term strategy, history shown that, US will sow up for the MONEY. Vietnam is lacking in energy resources, nuclear power might be the option. Vietnam needs loads of energy to build its industries.
Actually, Taiwan, Korea, Ukraine and the Philippines are good partners. The real question is what does Russia actually give the countries you mentioned?
@@rolyrodriguez1000Vietnam and Russia have relationships going back 50 years. Russia supported Vietnam during the Vietnam war, and the ties are still there.
Bravo. Very smart move from Vietnam. It's important to stay as neutral as possible and as a country to look after its own interest and people. That's how you do business. Not on ideology.
Globalism can be done through land route trade and sea route trade in Vietnam. Philippines only through sea route trades. Vietnam at the moment is connecting the intermodal railway to China and through China to Russia, Mongolia, Kazakhstan, Central Asian and European countries... Through China's railway infrastructure, Vietnam also transports tea , coffee, ,tropical fruits, food, etc. to Russia, transporting garments, leather and shoes, manufactured goods, etc. to Europe... Compared to waterways, rail transport time is also significantly faster and the U$ navy is nowhere to be seen. Note : The ongoing Red Sea crisis has severely disrupted maritime trade routes, forcing shipping companies and cargo owners to explore alternative modes of transportation
SouthEastAsian nations all want economic cooperation more than military links => Japan no longer enjoys the same clout in the fast-growing region also courted by the U.S. and 中国 ASEAN's 10 nations will overtake Japan's GDP very soon ( Nikkei economic magazine , The International Monetary Fund's latest World Economic Outlook projections have the nominal gross domestic product of ASEAN's 10 members overtaking Japan's $4.7 trillion for 2026 ) By 2030, ASEAN is projected to be the fourth-largest [economy] in the world
As someone who collocates investors and businesses, I'd like to ask you a few questions about Russia's and the U.S.'s inventories in Vietnam and have you tell me which is more advantageous to Vietnam. A: Investments they and the businesses that the US proves in Vietnam are foreign companies that create jobs, but their profits from production and their products are exported from Viathnam, leaving for Viathnam only the wages of the workers, who can at any time fire them or the companies get out of Viathnam and what will your country have gained as investments, only the dacha of wages and nothing else. Investments they and Russia's promises( Because Putin is not Russia, he runs it) Education of specialists , building of nuclear facilities, bilateral economic relations, what does Vietnam gain - cadres of specialists nuclear economy and so on, and before Putin visited Vietnam, the American imagine how many times he visited and what investments they made in your country. is This is the difference, and what is good for the people of Vietnam he decides. About Ukraine, and "Russia's invasion only mentioned h-no of the atrocities, in 24 hours Ukrainians burned 2000 alive by setting them on fire while they slept, it's a familiar scenario to Viathnam.
I must say Viet Nam manufacture quality products , compared to other nations production, and seems very responsive to doing what's necessary to improve their country.
Vietnam is admirably managing a balanced relation between USA and Russia. I hope Vietnam could strike a deal with Russia on Petroleum and Natural Gas trade. The Philippines could then source cheaper Petroleum and LNG from Vietnam.
I think Vietnam is wise to walk a middle ground as both Russia and the USA are not known to cooperate and historically squashed anyone in "their way". I admire the Vietnamese for their low-key approach. I hope the leaders make the wealth spread throughout the land.
@@VK-tq4il Ali was at first found guilty of draft evasion, but the conviction was overturned in the Supreme Court in 1971. He never spent a day in jail.
Have met many in the 22 years I've lived here. Never met one who was on the run from the draft, but did meet several who had served in Afghanistan. And met many who worked here.
It is an excellent strategy of running the foreign affair policy to keep Vietnam being in a favorable position among Russia, China and USA as each country is focusing on its own interests more and more as time goes by.
It's a multipolar world now. Western dominance is over . Vietnam will join BRICS , that's why Putin came to Vietnam recently . Globalism can be done through land route trade and sea route trade in Vietnam. Philippines only through sea route trades. Vietnam at the moment is connecting the intermodal railway to China and through China to Russia, Mongolia, Kazakhstan, Central Asian and European countries... Through China's railway infrastructure, Vietnam also transports tea , coffee, ,tropical fruits, food, etc. to Russia, transporting garments, leather and shoes, manufactured goods, etc. to Europe... Compared to waterways, rail transport time is also significantly faster and the U$ navy is nowhere to be seen. Note : The ongoing Red Sea crisis has severely disrupted maritime trade routes, forcing shipping companies and cargo owners to explore alternative modes of transportation
It's good to know you represent every Vietnamese. So, to keep it oranges to oranges, how about Siberia to downtown Los Angeles/Watts. That's comparable.
America and Vietnam >> Productive, Russia and Vietnam >> Productive, Philippines and Vietnam >> Good Friends, No aggression, no bullying, respectful with one another, and no matter how much investment they can get, what matters is, they are all in good terms and That's all that matters.
That is why Vietnam keeping quiet when The Armed Forces of the Philippines said it is monitoring reports about the alleged bilateral exercises between China and Russia scheduled to take place in the West Philippine Sea (July 10 , AFP Chief of Staff General Romeo Brawner has not received reports of the Russian corvette conducting drills with Chinese warships in the South China Sea, but he says the AFP will continue to monitor the situation to ensure the safety of the Philippines under the rules-based order)
@@raylamberton6002 Just love how easily the word 'oligarchs' is used by US citizens as if US senate was not full of oligarchs that call themselves "law makers"
You were doing really well until you started talking about Apple. "Apple" doesn't own _ANY_ global-scale manufacturing facilities. Apple outsources its value chain globally, with Foxconn as its primary vendor. Foxconn has 137 campuses and offices in 24 countries and areas around the globe. The majority of Foxconn's factories are located in East Asia, with others in Brazil, India, Europe, and Mexico. Foxconn, is a *Taiwanese* based company, AKA Hon Hai Precision Industry. Foxconn built its first Vietnamese factory back in 2005 (as I recall). I worked with another Taiwanese based company back in 2006, who relocated a manufacturing facility from China to Vietnam. Another _Chinese_ company called Chery just agreed to build an EV plant in Thai Binh. A Turkish firm, FMCG HayatNone also invested in Vietnamese manufacturing several years ago. This is nothing new... well perhaps new "news" to Westerners who are attempting to escape their pending cultural dumpster fire.
Henry Kissinger: "To be an enemy of America can be dangerous, but to be a friend is fatal.” The Vietnamese leaders are too familiar with American's behaviors. Nothing the American does can make Vietnam change its stand.
It baffles me that Vietnam cares what the US thinks. They should just make alliances with whomever they want. Ignore the American imperialist they're almost destroy Vietnam a few decades ago.
Vietnam just doing their check and balances sheet so nothing is wrong with that. I'm pretty sure Russia nuclear plant works just as good as US but cost 3-5x less so decision is clear. US have to let VN some breathing room as well. VN became where they are today also need to thanks to their neighbor China from being a cocky assholes.
@@denis4072 Just like how my Canadian friends who think about the US. I never thought US would be a bully until some Canadians were attached with us on patrols. 😂
@@Lee-vb4vh I don't know if they would. But if you listen to the video carefully, you will understand that Russia is NOT building a nuclear power plant there either.
@@brians9508 In this video he clearly say nuclear plant. Where on a different channel they say it LNG instead of nuclear. Nuclear would make sense since LNG VN would have to depend on Russia for resource.
Vietnam will not take sides but remains and will remain neutral. Vietnam does and will not allow itself to be coerced or bullied by any external forces. To be neutral is a choice already very kind and nice to the US, who should have to sincerely appreciate the position where Vietnam is standing now.
The Vietnamese people just love the Americans, especially the Benjamin Franklins. Just do a street survey anywhere in Vietnam asking the the interviewee if given a choice of going to Putinland or go to Bidenland, where would he/she choose? .Hello? Let's get real.
Vietnam is a sovereign country and, as such, should do what is in its own best interest. Vietnam knows that being a friend of the United States is fatal. Someone told them.
Thank you for your time. Great info. I'll be there in October to find the facts... Or just to be a tourist? :) You can blame the Ukranian War on the US. Nobody else. IMO, Vietnam is making some good choices. There is no reason VN can't work with both.
I’d like to hear your reasoning how the United States is responsible for the Russians first attacking the Ukraine and then coming back to take more! how in the f is the United States responsible for that? Did we fire a shot? Absolutely not …did we give them weapons to prolong this war? Why?? to bleed Russia and make them weaker and to prove they are inept .. now China sees that Russia is weak and just all talk. that’s why …that’s only reason why …the Ukraine just as corrupt Russia they aren’t some bastion of democracy. They are a tool being used
@@rolyrodriguez1000 You need to stop watching CNN. Putin and Zelenskyy were ready to strike a deal, but the US intervened. Putin has warned NATO for years, not to make Ukraine and NATO state.
Wait, America wants to be the one to decide for Vietnam what is good for Vietnam? Hopefully Vietnamese are not forgetting the horrors they suffered during the Vietnam War
I support closer Russia-Vietnam relations. When I get dual US-Vietnam citizenship, I want Vietnam one day to have visa free access to Russia and Belarus which could compliment my US passport. I could see this happening if Vietnam becomes wealthier and have closer relations with Russia.
I think Vietnam should be very careful getting into bed with Russia and getting all these big projects. Russia is not a good economic powerhouse and might be overplaying their hand.. if it comes between China and Vietnam , Russia will choose China and Vietnam will be left holding the bag ! The united states has a very good interest in, promoting Vietnams economic engine and increasing it to become a more powerful and prosperous country. This way, it can fend off China’s aggression along with its neighbors and of course the United States would be there to back them up military and financially !!! I don’t blame Vietnam for trying to see what they can get out of the Russians, but I would not be surprised if the Russians, betray them in the end as they cannot be trusted. If Biden happens to lose, you will see Vietnam become a better off with the United States as things will cool down once there is a president in the United States that knows what’s going on and cannot be taken advantage of. In the end, Vietnam needs to look out for i itself. But as the old saying goes when you try to make everyone happy ….you make no one happy. Love the channel and look forward to more. One day, maybe bourbon and cigars ?? I’d like to talk to you about maybe investing in a motorcycle repair shop when I get ready to retire this way I can be invested in the country I want to to retire in perhaps. Take care
@@pete79602 3 Indochina wars, Vietnamese pro-France anti-communist, pro-USA anti-communist, pro-Soviet anti-Chinese, capitalist or communist Vietnamese would get punished and contained if China saw neighbors hooked up with other superpower militarily, now Vietnam refused to join American Bamboo Curtain 2.0 to contain Chinese, because Vietcong knew they can't deter or scare China with American help militarily again, that's why Vietcong will be more neutral, not too anti-China but also not anti-USA, then Vietnam will get economic benefits from both and freeze South China Sea issue. Vietnam in the end had to adopt a foreign policy that was acceptable to China. VN does benefit from the trade war between China and USA ; but it needs to remember that it can suffer or even be destroyed by these two (Beijing & Washington) and nothing Vietnam can do against them alone [without help from Soviets , for example] .If Vietnam goes against either of the two, and one day the eagle is growing bald , or turns into a big , fat chicken ...(wAr-merican are ready to run with tails between legs out of South Vietnam , Afghanistan > and then You-crane will be another 'trumputin" !) Only proxy wars fought in neighbouring Taiwan, Philiipines and not in China and/or USA , it will be Vietnam who is the biggest loser in the end
As an American Expat living here in Vietnam,this makes me concerned that Vietnam May in the future because of the friends they have will treat Americans in Vietnam in a unfriendly way. They must choose their friends wisely. Vietnam is for Vietnam. I feel the West has more to offer. Vietnam is a sovereign Country and can do what they wish. I love living here in Vietnam with my Wife . We have US money that comes to Vietnam every month. We are not poor and we give to Vietnam financially. I do feel that the US Administration is wrong in trying to rebuke Vietnam and their friendship with Russia. Russia started a war in Ukraine and is losing and losing support among many Nations in the World. Instead of trying to end the war the US seems to be encouraging the war. I do hope Donald Trump becomes President in November, where he says he will speak withPutin on peace and with North Korea as well. Under Trump he had no wars and advocated peace by having dialogue. Keep up the good work,Ken. Love your Channel!
the West has "offered" enough. when the French arrived, the country became a colony. when the Americans came, millions died. Russia has always been Vietnam #1's ally. I doubt Vietnam will make the same mistakes twice. Vietnam would side with Russia in a heart beat if it came to that.
People would not discriminate your people based on politics. This unless war break out between two countries vietnam and america. Between russia and usa not much differences. Russia invaded ukraine which give a huge red flag already. Russia is still an old friend though, cant denied that
3 Indochina wars, Vietnamese pro-France anti-communist, pro-USA anti-communist, pro-Soviet anti-Chinese, capitalist or communist Vietnamese would get punished and contained if China saw neighbors hooked up with other superpower militarily, now Vietnam refused to join American Bamboo Curtain 2.0 to contain Chinese, because Vietcong knew they can't deter or scare China with American help militarily again, that's why Vietcong will be more neutral, not too anti-China but also not anti-USA, then Vietnam will get economic benefits from both and freeze South China Sea issue. Vietnam in the end had to adopt a foreign policy that was acceptable to China. VN does benefit from the trade war between China and USA ; but it needs to remember that it can suffer or even be destroyed by these two (Beijing & Washington) and nothing Vietnam can do against them alone [without help from Soviets , for example] .If Vietnam goes against either of the two, and one day the eagle is growing bald , or turns into a big , fat chicken ...(wAr-merican are ready to run with tails between legs out of South Vietnam , Afghanistan > Ukraine will be another 'trumputin' ! ) Only proxy wars fought in neighbouring Taiwan, Philiipines and not in China and/or USA , it will be Vietnam who is the biggest loser in the end
@@Teolulz The Government perhaps but my experience has been that the average Vietnamese has much respect for Americans. I know for sure because I live here in Vietnam. They tell me they wish more Americans would come over. I realize also many other Countries are jealous of America .Of our wealth and Prestige in the World.
I think this will not be any good for Vietnam because when the crunch comes and Russia has to choose between Vietnam and China they will go with China and that will sink Vietnam I think Vietnam should stay with America it is safer for them but let's see it play out hopefully it will work out for Vietnam hopefully it will not be bad for them 🤔
Ya, South Vietnam made a great choice choosing the US in the 60s/70s. Where the US basically left 10s of thousands of Vietnamese to fend for themselves. Or was that Iraq? Oh ya, both. The US puts in money but offers zero support when needed.
Thanks for the insightful video Duong! I think Vietnam's neutral stance is very justified considering the hypocrisy of international relationships including the US. Yes, Russia is attacking Ukraine unlawfully, but so did the US with Iraq under the baseless accusation of Weapons of Mass Destructions (there were none, what a surprise). Considering also the history of the US and of Vietnam (and sorry if I talk off topic now, because some history revisionism in the comments won't be ignored by me), it just makes sense. The US greatly harmed Vietnam by interfering with their independence after 1954 and the with the reunification by breaking their promise about a reunification election, while setting up a puppet government and even going to war. While Vietnam has won the war, the scars remains. Nevertheless, past is past. Vietnam is pragmatic and will always chose to balance the situation, a strategy they have done since their existence, especially during the Sino-Soviet split. They know very well how the US operates. Just because the US brings in a lot of money and the potential of deterring China doesn't mean Vietnam will walk blindly into their arms and give up any other relation, especially with a country like Russia that has positive relationship with Vietnam since it's existence.
Who they heck told the US they can tell either Vietnam or Russia what to do or not to do. That Vietnam war was the most unnecessary and most criminal war that the US ever fought. You can bet that I spent years protesting. Found every scholarship, paid internship, etc. to support me in college. Ended up with two doctorates and three graduate degree. (Ten years from the time I was 17.) We even had a newspaper. We held all kinds of protest, why?, because many of our friends were forced to go and end up dead, plus innocent people in Vietnam were dying defending their nation. And worse of all the deadly Agent Orange. One of my husband friends later commited suicide because both his children were born deformed.
Great Reporting , Well explained and Very informative . Each Country has the right to make Decisions for the Benefit of its Citizens . Asian Countries have had Very Bad Experiences in the Near Past so being Wise and Smart Will Benefit Them , this will improve their Standard of Living . Taking Sides will Result in Disaster .
Technically usa bombed a Ukraine children's hopistal. A few years ago Israel bombed a children's hospital. Saving weapons in basement. USA missiles did it. This week Russia does same to Ukraine and we are to feel pity. Sorry I am not the fool.
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I'm an American living in Hanoi. After what the American government did in this country during the American war, I strongly believe that America is in NO position to criticize Vietnam on ANYTHING!
You are also in NO position to have an opinion or say so on what the US government does. It does what it wants to. You currently live in Hanoi, but criticize the US? That makes a lot of sense. You saying, “I’m an American living in Hanoi” like that’s supposed to mean something. Nobody cares about your opinion, in fact, nobody even notices that you are gone from the US and living in Hanoi. That’s how tiny and insignificant you are. Let reality sink in. 😂
Too bad, they did not have to pay for those who died in V.war.
@@starnight1209 The US spent billions killing people in Vietnam. It was the people who survived the war who received nothing from the US government. However, that's beginning to change now that the US needs them.
Vietnam should thank US if not with the war the country will became Korea with North and South Vietnam.
@@bertronix182 How did the American war help Vietnam become unified?
We don't want any war and especially after war after war. We would choose to stay as neutral. Look how president Ukraine has done to their country? All because they chose West... Such a poor choice of strategies.
yep
After visiting this beautiful country , meeting beautiful people., happy to have found this informative channel. Thank you Vietnam for a wonderful experience. Go Vietnam!
Thanks for visiting our channel and support.
I once asked a Vietnamese tour guide how he felt about French and american tourists.
He thought for a moment and than said, "We remember our past, but look towards the future."
How gracious.
I think the United States has forgotten what they did to Vietnam.
President Putin is a very wise man. Although I am from Western Europe, I believe that Russia did everything to avoid a conflict in Ukraine, with a number of attempts to solve the problems that arose after the coup d'état in Ukraine in 2014 that NATO countries financed and installed an extremist regime that is close to Banderas Nazis as murdered some 100,000 people in Poland and Ukraine. The new government also included a couple of Americans who helped send all important issues to Washington.
There were several opportunities to get an advance settlement that NATO opposed. The Rand corporation document on Ukraine and the Nord Stream from 2019 tells what it was about. It also explains the 12 CIA-built military bases along the Russian border that could be equipped with nuclear weapons.
I think BRICS can become a great asset to humanity that all countries can join and then also gain access to their security.
I also think Vietnam benefits from having good relations with all countries.
Exactly, there was 5 peace attempt from Russia btw. Minks 1, Minks 2, Istanbul agreements, Chinese Peace Proposition, June 2024 peace proposition.
You are 100% correct. It was always an American plan to to cause this conflict in Ukraine (and elsewhere!). USA cannot exist without an enemy or 3 so their military industrial complex can profiteer and to support its weakening global dollar-based economy.
Fantastic logical comment, could not be better said.
Never forget russian help during the Vietnam war
Soviet, and that was 100% politically motivated. The Kremlin is no one's friend or ally.
this american men want spreding fake news
@johnstorm9314 🇷🇺 better ally then the US. US will spy on their allies and turn their back on them when times change
@@johnstorm9314 Are there any friends or enemies in world politics? its all about self-interests... Every country has the right to watch out for their interests. The only difference is China as China is controlled by a mafia, not a govt chosen by the people.
So you say american.
Vietnam does what every country in this world should do. Taking care of there economy, as good as they can.
Good for Vietnam, I've met many Vietnamese people and have nothing but good things to say, wonderful human beings, great food,smart humble hard working, good luck ,lots of hugs 🎉
America should focus on pro-nouns and racsim more and let the rest of the world advance😂
I tried to think of any way to offer an argument to your post. But I'm on board with you , sadly. The truth hurts.
America is in no position to criticize Vietnam in relation to the country that helped them to defeat america in its invasion of vietnam.
@noberliverpudlian7703..Exactly!
Will Russia help Vietnam when China decides to invade Vietnam again?
The well being of Vietnam, economic and military got to do lot with relationship with US.
Duh, sorry dude I don't understand what you're exactly saying here: "WHO HELPED THEM TO DEFEAT AMERICA IN ITS INVASION OF VIETNAM"
@@genbond7459 He did not know that: 3 Indochina wars, Vietnamese pro-France anti-communist, pro-USA anti-communist, pro-Soviet anti-Chinese, capitalist or communist Vietnamese would get punished and contained if China saw neighbors hooked up with other superpower militarily
After what America did to Vietnam in the sixties I’d say I can’t blame Vietnam for welcoming Mr Putin.
is that why russia isn't making any arms deals with afghanistan? i hear afghanistan has lots of arms for sale. you'd think they would be besties with russia.
God bless Vietnam
The US is busy alienating countries instead of heling countries increase their economic activity. I agree with Vietnam's efforts to have positive relationships with all countries.
4 nos makes sense to me too. The LAST thing they should do is try to become an American proxy against china. The US will accept its role since they are basically aligned in the scs maritime discussions, but having Russia as the main intermediary between the maritime disputes is frankly top notch strategy.
@@rizzletron Russia itself is expansionism. Both Russia and China are aggresive with their expansionism ambition in 20th century.
remember, with Ruzzia the chains are free...
Many US companies are moving manufacturing from China to Vietnam. This doesn't happen overnight. The US has been rebuilding its relationship with Vietnam going back President Obama. People forget history. Enemies of the past have become allies. Germany and Japan were the USA's biggest enemies from WWII and became two of its biggest allies.
A lot of people are geopolitically illiterate. The countries of the companies who have invested billions in manufacturing in Vietnam are allies opposed to Russia's invasion and war with a sovereign Ukraine. Companies want stability. They don't want to invest where leadership has questionable relationships.
A simple analogy to this would be you and your neighbor decide to partner in business. You bought a 50% stake into the business. There's a guy in town that's been known to cause trouble. You believe this man has even committed serious crimes. Your neighbor and business partner is seen hanging around town with this guy. He's even brought him around your business. How are you going to feel about your business investment and the relationship your business partner has with this questionable person? Do you have a conversation with your business partner expressing your displeasure in his relationship? Do you completely divest from the business? These are the decisions that companies and countries make on a larger scale.
@@ColoniaMurder20 the world needs a balance of power to be a better place
What about all of the war of aggression by the U.S. in last 150 years.
What about it? Do you have a position?
150+ years is nothin.. if you compare Vietnamese people struggle for 1000+ years against Han expansionism ambition since Qin dynasty.. Southern China was originally majority population in Southeast Asia today.
@@chrishamlin5863yes, my position is, Bye Bye Western imperialists, the non Western world is sick and tired of your terrorism and oppression.
@@kaimanyu586 How's that "wAr-merican wine " ? Vietnam keeping quiet when The Armed Forces of the Philippines said it is monitoring reports about the alleged bilateral exercises between China and Russia scheduled to take place in the West Philippine Sea
(Last week , wednesday July 10 , AFP Chief of Staff General Romeo Brawner has not received reports of the Russian corvette conducting drills with Chinese warships in the South China Sea, but he says the AFP will continue to monitor the situation to ensure the safety of the Philippines under the rules-based order)
Sorry but we didn't start all of these wars and 4 wars, we had every right to be there. Try again.
Vietnam should tell the US it's none of their business.
Vietnam message to US …. Agent Orange!!!!
Vietnam's Leaders are very wise to host both Nations. These relationships will act as a Hedge with it's relationship with China ! Vietnam's Diplomacy will maximize it's growing importance in the Region......Great Intel, Ken...Thank you ...
Vietnamese people never forget about their wars for 1000+ years struggle against Han expansionism since Qin dynasty.. Southern China was originally from majority population in Southeast Asia today.
@@ColoniaMurder20cry more about China kid..🤣😂
Because that's all you can do.. i hope you enjoy the rise of China. China will be no1 in the world for a very long time....
Good luck crying about China for the next 100 years..😂
The Russia led USSR sent weapons and advisors to North Vietnam to fight the US supported South Vietnam and the rest is history that the unified Vietnam never forgets.
@@ColoniaMurder20 Correct❤
@@ColoniaMurder20 southern china was the sh!t then, and still the sh!t today. that is as much as the world knows about china...
When it comes to geopolitics, Vietnam is a very well seasoned and very intelligent participant on the world stage due to the experience of its own history that is nothing but violent subjugations from major powers (Japan, French, USA, china) and successfully handed these 4 major powers a beat down. Unlike Ukraine, Vietnam has learned a lesson very well: to be an enemy to us is dangerous, but to be a friend is fatal (Henry Kissinger). For all the Vietnamese out there, you should be proud of your country leadership. If it wasn’t for skillful leadership of your government, your country is divided in 1/2 by now.
Thanks to this agreement by the two president 🙏👍
Who enabled Vietnam defeat America in 1975?
Who sanctioned Vietnam post 1975?
Has Vietnam forgotten boat episodes?
The Soviet Union? 50 years ago...
Everyone forgets that it was the US that overthrew a democratically elected leader in Ukraine in 2014 that was the start of this conflict. As per the trade side US Corporations will go where ever they can get cheap labour for manufacturing. Vietnam is wise to be neutral and trade with all countries.
@@TheDixiechick12 what bs propaganda is this?
@@mfamily3301 Dixie Chick appears to be working for Vlad. Kind of sad that they employ trolls to spread all kinds of nonsense.
@@mfamily3301No propaganda!, your just poorly informed. You should inform yourself better instead of reading comic books.
@@josef-peterroemer5309 adult do not read comic book, different generation than yours.
Vietnam's leadership has demonstrated remarkable wisdom in fostering strong relationships with both nations, astutely leveraging these alliances as a strategic hedge against its complex ties with China. By doing so, Vietnam is poised to further solidify its increasingly vital role in the region, showcasing its adept diplomacy and geopolitical savvy. Great insight, Ken - thank you for sharing your expertise!
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The United States is getting very stressed out lately, calm down before you have a heart attack 😂😂😂
I think we are pretty calm. We are looking for partners. Not acquaintances.
@@rolyrodriguez1000 you can tell that is a bot from the name with the -zw3ol at the end. Probably a Russian bot is my guess.
@@brians9508 Ur BOT ?
@@Davik.N what in the world are you talking about?
Your opinion doesn't count@@brians9508
Vietnam is playing the "balancing game" among 3 super powers: China, USA, and Russia. For what you may ask. It's for survivorship.
Very smart of Vietnam to use common sense instead of ego.
You don't play games with superpowers!! Stick to one or none.
For Vietnam to survive it is VITAL that International Law is upheld. We all know who wants to abolish and is not interested International Law...
THE VIETNAMESE SEME TO FORGET THE WORD OF KISSINGER , US SECRETARY OF STATE DURING THE VIETNAM -AMERICAN WAR : '' BEING AN ENEMY OF UNITED-STATES IS DANGEROUS BUT BEING ITS FRIEND IS FATAL ''
VIETNAM WOULD BE WISE TO BE ENNEMY OF USA AND FRIEND OF RUSSIA AND CHINA.
@@yogi9631To be an enemy of America is dangerous to be friends with America is fatal 😅
Putin visited Cuba,
N Korea and then communist Vietnam, India modi recently has visited Russia, your master US is not happy, interesting time ahead.
The US state dept already knew the in and out of these meetings. Everyone is going thru the motion for their own supporters and PR back home. A stronger and more independent VN is actually more helpful to the USA then a weak and timid VN.
Did everyone notice how Kritenbrink highlighted the great trust the US has with Vietnam and then lied about why he was there? This is an excellent example of why Vietnam has the 4 NOs policy.
Everything the US says is a LIE, unless it's proven otherwise. 😂
@@shaikhwadud1270 The Empires of Chaos (US/UK/EU)
1 billion dollars investment is insulting if you consider how big the USA's economy is and secondly, China's investment in Vietnam just for 2023 was 4.5 billion dollars.
128 countries out of 193 countries count China as their biggest trading partner, it's a no contest. It's why the US is working overtime to try and get countries to ditch the Belt & Road Initiative. The US nominal GDP top status is mainly driven by the sale of weapons around the world while China's second position is based on economic bilateral development.
@@magellanmax "economic bilateral development" is just the snake oil sale. China always tries to wrap other countries with debts while they exploit the partner country's natural resources to the last drop. This is why many countries are ditching the Belt & Road Initiative on their own without the intervention from the USA.
@@magellanmax No dude, you fail Economic 101. It is mainly driven by American consumers.
@@baojhoang7242 Exports from China to ASEAN group surpassed the Exports to USA in recent years. Then is EU and then USA in third place.
well the wrost path is china have sea border dispute whit vietnam
Vietnam will never forget the tens of thousands of Vietnamese who died during US war against Vietnam. The only reason Vietnam is having relations with US is economics nothing more nothing less.
Be careful if you poke the bear. You still think Vietnam is as strong as it was back then? 😮
If you actually visited Vietnam you would realize how wrong you are. The people of Vietnam have moved on from the war just as the people of Japan have moved on from WWII.
@@chrishamlin5863 History is history. You may forgive but will never forget.
@@jimmydseeker5321 Baloney. Most of the people here in Vietnam were born after the war and know little about it and care even less. Furthermore, The American war was only one of many Vietnam endured in the last century. You really should, at least, visit Vietnam before you pretend to know the people who live here.
@@chrishamlin5863well,Japanese were war criminals and invaders in the first place...
In my opinion, what viet nam does, is none of my business, so why i be upset if they want to improve, energy efficiency, makes sense. It would be cruel to suggest to choose sides. . As far as my opinion is concerned, it is that the US is jealous of the fact they cannot compete due to the fact they have destroyed their own infrastructure and are incapible of producing anything other then items related to war.
Can Vietnam trust the US, just look at Korea, Iraq, Afghanistan, Ukraine, Taiwan, the Philippines. Vietnam experienced hell in the 60s to the 80s because of US political interests. Vietnam have to play smart among the big boys, and leverage what is best for Vietnam in the longer term. The US never plays long term strategy, history shown that, US will sow up for the MONEY. Vietnam is lacking in energy resources, nuclear power might be the option. Vietnam needs loads of energy to build its industries.
Actually, Taiwan, Korea, Ukraine and the Philippines are good partners. The real question is what does Russia actually give the countries you mentioned?
@@rolyrodriguez1000That why VN make friend with everyone. All become easy
Interesting comments. May I ask if Russia will invest in VN's energy industry but US will not invest in nuclear plants or sell energy to VN?
@@Lee-vb4vh Russians do have the Nuclear Power Generation tech, and Uranium. Vietnam and Russia have relationships going back 50 years.
@@rolyrodriguez1000Vietnam and Russia have relationships going back 50 years. Russia supported Vietnam during the Vietnam war, and the ties are still there.
Learned from history, Vietnam can't be fool from any of these countries.
I think Vietnam is strategically placing themselves quite Equitable utilizing the US and Russia intrade better than picking a side don't you think?
That's just smart business strategy
Commerce versus Armed Conflict. Smart
oh they have picked a side they just will not tell which one..
Bravo. Very smart move from Vietnam. It's important to stay as neutral as possible and as a country to look after its own interest and people. That's how you do business. Not on ideology.
I am honestly not a big fan of the US ... 🇷🇺🇻🇳🇮🇳 Forever!!
Vietnam will join BRICS + after Thailand , Malaysia, etc.
Globalism can be done through land route trade and sea route trade in Vietnam.
Philippines only through sea route trades.
Vietnam at the moment is connecting the intermodal railway to China and through China to Russia, Mongolia, Kazakhstan, Central Asian and European countries... Through China's railway infrastructure, Vietnam also transports tea , coffee, ,tropical fruits, food, etc. to Russia, transporting garments, leather and shoes, manufactured goods, etc. to Europe...
Compared to waterways, rail transport time is also significantly faster and the U$ navy is nowhere to be seen.
Note : The ongoing Red Sea crisis has severely disrupted maritime trade routes, forcing shipping companies and cargo owners to explore alternative modes of transportation
SouthEastAsian nations all want economic cooperation more than military links => Japan no longer enjoys the same clout in the fast-growing region also courted by the U.S. and 中国
ASEAN's 10 nations will overtake Japan's GDP very soon ( Nikkei economic magazine , The International Monetary Fund's latest World Economic Outlook projections have the nominal gross domestic product of ASEAN's 10 members overtaking Japan's $4.7 trillion for 2026 )
By 2030, ASEAN is projected to be the fourth-largest [economy] in the world
@@Jul_Nguyen No they won't.
You are not alone in that.
Duong G.B. - Hell of good upload 👍👍👍👍👍 - a n d interesting too -- Vietnam - yes , the New economical powerhouse in Southeast Asia ???? 🤠🥸😎🤓
If you know the history of the US you do trust them remember what happened with Vietnam
never trust USA
As someone who collocates investors and businesses, I'd like to ask you a few questions about Russia's and the U.S.'s inventories in Vietnam and have you tell me which is more advantageous to Vietnam. A: Investments they and the businesses that the US proves in Vietnam are foreign companies that create jobs, but their profits from production and their products are exported from Viathnam, leaving for Viathnam only the wages of the workers, who can at any time fire them or the companies get out of Viathnam and what will your country have gained as investments, only the dacha of wages and nothing else. Investments they and Russia's promises( Because Putin is not Russia, he runs it) Education of specialists , building of nuclear facilities, bilateral economic relations, what does Vietnam gain - cadres of specialists nuclear economy and so on, and before Putin visited Vietnam, the American imagine how many times he visited and what investments they made in your country. is This is the difference, and what is good for the people of Vietnam he decides. About Ukraine, and "Russia's invasion only mentioned h-no of the atrocities, in 24 hours Ukrainians burned 2000 alive by setting them on fire while they slept, it's a familiar scenario to Viathnam.
Vietnam has one the most mind-boggling relationship with USA, China, and Russia 😂
It is called SURVIVAL.
@@VK-tq4ilaka COWARDS!
@@VK-tq4il WOW, it applies to all countries.
Vietnam is known for prostitution mindset who pay the most will win the night at the hotel, or she just play the game hard to guess.
Russia has always been a good friend.
Great show, good job.
Thanks for listening
Tell me, in their heart of hearts, does Vietnam forgive the United States for its war against Vietnam? Will it ever forgive the US?
Why did France forgive Germany? Why did Japan forgive the U.S. It’s called moving forward.
Chúng tôi không quên lịch sử..vứt bỏ súng chúng ta là bạn. Chúng tôi chỉ không thích trung quốc.trung quốc là kẻ thù 3 nghìn năm của việt nam
Thanks for the info
Bravo Vietnam
Vietnam is a souverign country and US or the West is not in a position to give any "orders".
This is not Ukraine.
VN is acting as bachelorette playing amongst her suitors
Better than playing vassals to one party. This means keeping own's sovereignity.
MAGA means make everyone's own country better. These country to country deals are good for everyone and within their right!
100%
Great information brother 👍
You rock Ken!
I must say Viet Nam manufacture quality products , compared to other nations production, and seems very responsive to doing what's necessary to improve their country.
Duong, this is your best video yet - very insightful and informative, not to mention exciting by the way you deliver it!
That is nice. Thank you for your support and viewership.
You got me at Photito.😅😅😅
Vietnam is admirably managing a balanced relation between USA and Russia.
I hope Vietnam could strike a deal with Russia on Petroleum and Natural Gas trade. The Philippines could then source cheaper Petroleum and LNG from Vietnam.
I think Vietnam is wise to walk a middle ground as both Russia and the USA are not known to cooperate and historically squashed anyone in "their way". I admire the Vietnamese for their low-key approach. I hope the leaders make the wealth spread throughout the land.
When I was in Vietnam it seemed that 100’s of young Russian men were there to escape being drafted into the Russian army and being sent to Ukraine.
Just like 100's (if not 1000's) of Americans who fled to Canada in the '60s/'70s.
@@Mr.DJones Mohammad Ali jailed !!!
@@VK-tq4il Ali was at first found guilty of draft evasion, but the conviction was overturned in the Supreme Court in 1971. He never spent a day in jail.
@@brians9508 Thanks, I thought Ali was canned for three years .
Have met many in the 22 years I've lived here. Never met one who was on the run from the draft, but did meet several who had served in Afghanistan. And met many who worked here.
It is an excellent strategy of running the foreign affair policy to keep Vietnam being in a favorable position among Russia, China and USA as each country is focusing on its own interests more and more as time goes by.
It's a multipolar world now. Western dominance is over .
Vietnam will join BRICS , that's why Putin came to Vietnam recently .
Globalism can be done through land route trade and sea route trade in Vietnam.
Philippines only through sea route trades.
Vietnam at the moment is connecting the intermodal railway to China and through China to Russia, Mongolia, Kazakhstan, Central Asian and European countries... Through China's railway infrastructure, Vietnam also transports tea , coffee, ,tropical fruits, food, etc. to Russia, transporting garments, leather and shoes, manufactured goods, etc. to Europe...
Compared to waterways, rail transport time is also significantly faster and the U$ navy is nowhere to be seen.
Note : The ongoing Red Sea crisis has severely disrupted maritime trade routes, forcing shipping companies and cargo owners to explore alternative modes of transportation
No Vietnamese want to go to Siberia when the US is available.
It's good to know you represent every Vietnamese. So, to keep it oranges to oranges, how about Siberia to downtown Los Angeles/Watts. That's comparable.
@@Mr.DJones not even close
@@ZimaCyberia Yes it is.
the U.S. is declining rapidly. one candidate belongs in the nursing home and the other one is a scammy convicted felon.
America and Vietnam >> Productive, Russia and Vietnam >> Productive, Philippines and Vietnam >> Good Friends,
No aggression, no bullying, respectful with one another, and no matter how much investment they can get, what matters is, they are all in good terms and That's all that matters.
That is why Vietnam keeping quiet when The Armed Forces of the Philippines said it is monitoring reports about the alleged bilateral exercises between China and Russia scheduled to take place in the West Philippine Sea
(July 10 , AFP Chief of Staff General Romeo Brawner has not received reports of the Russian corvette conducting drills with Chinese warships in the South China Sea, but he says the AFP will continue to monitor the situation to ensure the safety of the Philippines under the rules-based order)
America doesn't give it takes..
What has America taken from Israel and Ukraine?
@@chrishamlin5863 lives
That's not what my taxes say.
@@raylamberton6002 Just love how easily the word 'oligarchs' is used by US citizens as if US senate was not full of oligarchs that call themselves "law makers"
POKE, POKE and they woke up THE BEAR.
POKE, POKE, POKE and they woke up the DRAGON.
The Empires of Chaos (US/UK/EU) Trying to Sow More Chaos.
I think its great. Keep up the good work. Stick to your ideas share.. much success to you and have just subscribed . Looking forward to hearing more.
Thanks for the sub!
You were doing really well until you started talking about Apple. "Apple" doesn't own _ANY_ global-scale manufacturing facilities. Apple outsources its value chain globally, with Foxconn as its primary vendor. Foxconn has 137 campuses and offices in 24 countries and areas around the globe. The majority of Foxconn's factories are located in East Asia, with others in Brazil, India, Europe, and Mexico. Foxconn, is a *Taiwanese* based company, AKA Hon Hai Precision Industry. Foxconn built its first Vietnamese factory back in 2005 (as I recall).
I worked with another Taiwanese based company back in 2006, who relocated a manufacturing facility from China to Vietnam. Another _Chinese_ company called Chery just agreed to build an EV plant in Thai Binh. A Turkish firm, FMCG HayatNone also invested in Vietnamese manufacturing several years ago. This is nothing new... well perhaps new "news" to Westerners who are attempting to escape their pending cultural dumpster fire.
Henry Kissinger: "To be an enemy of America can be dangerous, but to be a friend is fatal.” The Vietnamese leaders are too familiar with American's behaviors. Nothing the American does can make Vietnam change its stand.
Long Live Russia- Vietnam Friendship !!!
♥
Dont Worry!, after the November election, Russia n US will be participating joint business venture moving towards friendship
You think? I wish a Trump win could turn everything around but the chaos it would cause the EU makes that seem impossible.
Absolutely! The entire world knows the current admin is a joke. NOT the president but a puppet.
It baffles me that Vietnam cares what the US thinks. They should just make alliances with whomever they want. Ignore the American imperialist they're almost destroy Vietnam a few decades ago.
Vietnam just doing their check and balances sheet so nothing is wrong with that. I'm pretty sure Russia nuclear plant works just as good as US but cost 3-5x less so decision is clear. US have to let VN some breathing room as well. VN became where they are today also need to thanks to their neighbor China from being a cocky assholes.
@@denis4072 Just like how my Canadian friends who think about the US. I never thought US would be a bully until some Canadians were attached with us on patrols. 😂
the cost of 3 to 5x less matches up well with the safety level of 3 to 5x less lol
Anyone know if US would offer or want to build nuclear plant in VN even if they were paid asking price ?
@@Lee-vb4vh I don't know if they would. But if you listen to the video carefully, you will understand that Russia is NOT building a nuclear power plant there either.
@@brians9508 In this video he clearly say nuclear plant. Where on a different channel they say it LNG instead of nuclear. Nuclear would make sense since LNG VN would have to depend on Russia for resource.
Vietnam will not take sides but remains and will remain neutral. Vietnam does and will not allow itself to be coerced or bullied by any external forces. To be neutral is a choice already very kind and nice to the US, who should have to sincerely appreciate the position where Vietnam is standing now.
The Vietnamese people just love the Americans, especially the Benjamin Franklins. Just do a street survey anywhere in Vietnam asking the the interviewee if given a choice of going to Putinland or go to Bidenland, where would he/she choose? .Hello? Let's get real.
Which Vietnamese people, north or south? They are very distinct. Historically, northerners had close ties with China and Russia. Maybe they still do.
@@daviddoan68 Historically, yes. But given the choice even the Northerners would prefer the Land of Opportunity and its mighty dollar.
@@msbrownbeasteven Russia like Dollar, too
At one point in time, but not anymore, the US is now a dysfunctional, violent, narcissistic whatever!
@@hongli6541 And I don't blame them, the ruble is no better than used toilet paper.
Vietnam is a sovereign country and, as such, should do what is in its own best interest. Vietnam knows that being a friend of the United States is fatal. Someone told them.
What do you mean, some one told them. Was the horrible invasion from 1962-75 not enough real experience❓🇻🇳🇷🇺
@@judykraska400 Agreed. I was just referring to Kissingers' quote.
This guy obviously had never had pho with vodka, he's missing out. 😂
BRAVO!
Thank you for your time. Great info. I'll be there in October to find the facts... Or just to be a tourist? :) You can blame the Ukranian War on the US. Nobody else. IMO, Vietnam is making some good choices. There is no reason VN can't work with both.
I’d like to hear your reasoning how the United States is responsible for the Russians first attacking the Ukraine and then coming back to take more! how in the f is the United States responsible for that? Did we fire a shot? Absolutely not …did we give them weapons to prolong this war? Why?? to bleed Russia and make them weaker and to prove they are inept .. now China sees that Russia is weak and just all talk. that’s why …that’s only reason why …the Ukraine just as corrupt Russia they aren’t some bastion of democracy. They are a tool being used
Lets blame the US for Putin going into a sovereign county like Ukraine? I think you need to learn some geopolitics.
@@rolyrodriguez1000 You need to stop watching CNN. Putin and Zelenskyy were ready to strike a deal, but the US intervened. Putin has warned NATO for years, not to make Ukraine and NATO state.
Wait, America wants to be the one to decide for Vietnam what is good for Vietnam? Hopefully Vietnamese are not forgetting the horrors they suffered during the Vietnam War
I support closer Russia-Vietnam relations.
When I get dual US-Vietnam citizenship, I want Vietnam one day to have visa free access to Russia and Belarus which could compliment my US passport. I could see this happening if Vietnam becomes wealthier and have closer relations with Russia.
Thanks
I think Vietnam should be very careful getting into bed with Russia and getting all these big projects. Russia is not a good economic powerhouse and might be overplaying their hand.. if it comes between China and Vietnam , Russia will choose China and Vietnam will be left holding the bag ! The united states has a very good interest in, promoting Vietnams economic engine and increasing it to become a more powerful and prosperous country. This way, it can fend off China’s aggression along with its neighbors and of course the United States would be there to back them up military and financially !!! I don’t blame Vietnam for trying to see what they can get out of the Russians, but I would not be surprised if the Russians, betray them in the end as they cannot be trusted. If Biden happens to lose, you will see Vietnam become a better off with the United States as things will cool down once there is a president in the United States that knows what’s going on and cannot be taken advantage of. In the end, Vietnam needs to look out for i itself.
But as the old saying goes when you try to make everyone happy ….you make no one happy.
Love the channel and look forward to more. One day, maybe bourbon and cigars ??
I’d like to talk to you about maybe investing in a motorcycle repair shop when I get ready to retire this way I can be invested in the country I want to to retire in perhaps.
Take care
So what you are saying is:
Making everyone happy - BAD!
Making the USA happy - GOOD!
That's NeoCon AF 😂
@@michaelyoong7 you sure are Naive buddy. Wow.
@@pete79602 You got me! I'm obviously not as sophisticated as the Afghans, Iraqis & Ukrainians. They've been balling cos Uncle Sam got their back!
actually. Russia has sided with Vietnam before in its conflict with China. none of this makes sense based on historical facts.
@@pete79602 3 Indochina wars, Vietnamese pro-France anti-communist, pro-USA anti-communist, pro-Soviet anti-Chinese, capitalist or communist Vietnamese would get punished and contained if China saw neighbors hooked up with other superpower militarily, now Vietnam refused to join American Bamboo Curtain 2.0 to contain Chinese, because Vietcong knew they can't deter or scare China with American help militarily again, that's why Vietcong will be more neutral, not too anti-China but also not anti-USA, then Vietnam will get economic benefits from both and freeze South China Sea issue. Vietnam in the end had to adopt a foreign policy that was acceptable to China.
VN does benefit from the trade war between China and USA ; but it needs to remember that it can suffer or even be destroyed by these two (Beijing & Washington) and nothing Vietnam can do against them alone [without help from Soviets , for example] .If Vietnam goes against either of the two, and one day the eagle is growing bald , or turns into a big , fat chicken ...(wAr-merican are ready to run with tails between legs out of South Vietnam , Afghanistan > and then You-crane will be another 'trumputin" !) Only proxy wars fought in neighbouring Taiwan, Philiipines and not in China and/or USA , it will be Vietnam who is the biggest loser in the end
Ask any American Indian about having trust in the US government.
to what regards? Immigration policies or the fact to allow anybody regardless of their background achieve their goals?
As an American Expat living here in Vietnam,this makes me concerned that Vietnam May in the future because of the friends they have will treat Americans in Vietnam in a unfriendly way. They must choose their friends wisely. Vietnam is for Vietnam. I feel the West has more to offer. Vietnam is a sovereign Country and can do what they wish. I love living here in Vietnam with my Wife . We have US money that comes to Vietnam every month. We are not poor and we give to Vietnam financially. I do feel that the US Administration is wrong in trying to rebuke Vietnam and their friendship with Russia. Russia started a war in Ukraine and is losing and losing support among many Nations in the World. Instead of trying to end the war the US seems to be encouraging the war. I do hope Donald Trump becomes President in November, where he says he will speak withPutin on peace and with North Korea as well. Under Trump he had no wars and advocated peace by having dialogue.
Keep up the good work,Ken. Love your Channel!
the West has "offered" enough. when the French arrived, the country became a colony. when the Americans came, millions died. Russia has always been Vietnam #1's ally. I doubt Vietnam will make the same mistakes twice. Vietnam would side with Russia in a heart beat if it came to that.
People would not discriminate your people based on politics. This unless war break out between two countries vietnam and america.
Between russia and usa not much differences. Russia invaded ukraine which give a huge red flag already.
Russia is still an old friend though, cant denied that
3 Indochina wars, Vietnamese pro-France anti-communist, pro-USA anti-communist, pro-Soviet anti-Chinese, capitalist or communist Vietnamese would get punished and contained if China saw neighbors hooked up with other superpower militarily, now Vietnam refused to join American Bamboo Curtain 2.0 to contain Chinese, because Vietcong knew they can't deter or scare China with American help militarily again, that's why Vietcong will be more neutral, not too anti-China but also not anti-USA, then Vietnam will get economic benefits from both and freeze South China Sea issue. Vietnam in the end had to adopt a foreign policy that was acceptable to China.
VN does benefit from the trade war between China and USA ; but it needs to remember that it can suffer or even be destroyed by these two (Beijing & Washington) and nothing Vietnam can do against them alone [without help from Soviets , for example] .If Vietnam goes against either of the two, and one day the eagle is growing bald , or turns into a big , fat chicken ...(wAr-merican are ready to run with tails between legs out of South Vietnam , Afghanistan > Ukraine will be another 'trumputin' ! ) Only proxy wars fought in neighbouring Taiwan, Philiipines and not in China and/or USA , it will be Vietnam who is the biggest loser in the end
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I have no fear.of Vietnamese or Russians or whoever. Just want peace to live my life. You might underestimate us Americans.
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The Government perhaps but my experience has been that the average Vietnamese has much respect for Americans. I know for sure because I live here in Vietnam. They tell me they wish more Americans would come over. I realize also many other Countries are jealous of America .Of our wealth and Prestige in the World.
I think this will not be any good for Vietnam because when the crunch comes and Russia has to choose between Vietnam and China they will go with China and that will sink Vietnam I think Vietnam should stay with America it is safer for them but let's see it play out hopefully it will work out for Vietnam hopefully it will not be bad for them 🤔
Vietnam dont choose side..they want peace to grow economy ..dont worry..nobody can mess up with vietnam...because vietnam is CRAZY ..
Ya, South Vietnam made a great choice choosing the US in the 60s/70s. Where the US basically left 10s of thousands of Vietnamese to fend for themselves. Or was that Iraq? Oh ya, both. The US puts in money but offers zero support when needed.
Wrong assumption.
I think you are correct. Russia will ask for help from there big Brother.
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Had no idea that Nike apparels came in pairs?!?!? LOL
With Vietnamese and Russian collaboration, American companies can get in trouble with the sanctions.
So less money for american companies
@@Addi_Teacha509 companies can subject to the same the sanctions putting them at risk..
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Thanks for the insightful video Duong! I think Vietnam's neutral stance is very justified considering the hypocrisy of international relationships including the US. Yes, Russia is attacking Ukraine unlawfully, but so did the US with Iraq under the baseless accusation of Weapons of Mass Destructions (there were none, what a surprise).
Considering also the history of the US and of Vietnam (and sorry if I talk off topic now, because some history revisionism in the comments won't be ignored by me), it just makes sense. The US greatly harmed Vietnam by interfering with their independence after 1954 and the with the reunification by breaking their promise about a reunification election, while setting up a puppet government and even going to war. While Vietnam has won the war, the scars remains.
Nevertheless, past is past. Vietnam is pragmatic and will always chose to balance the situation, a strategy they have done since their existence, especially during the Sino-Soviet split. They know very well how the US operates. Just because the US brings in a lot of money and the potential of deterring China doesn't mean Vietnam will walk blindly into their arms and give up any other relation, especially with a country like Russia that has positive relationship with Vietnam since it's existence.
All countries that can stay neutral will benefit greatly but it will take strong, smart leadership and blessings
Who they heck told the US they can tell either Vietnam or Russia what to do or not to do. That Vietnam war was the most unnecessary and most criminal war that the US ever fought. You can bet that I spent years protesting. Found every scholarship, paid internship, etc. to support me in college. Ended up with two doctorates and three graduate degree. (Ten years from the time I was 17.) We even had a newspaper. We held all kinds of protest, why?, because many of our friends were forced to go and end up dead, plus innocent people in Vietnam were dying defending their nation. And worse of all the deadly Agent Orange. One of my husband friends later commited suicide because both his children were born deformed.
End song slaps lol
Ha ha ha "PHOJITO". Great word ..😂😂❤❤
_Don't forget of China's help during the Vietnam War_
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Vietnam and Russia has long time relations its a matter of reactivation
I am the guy who said hello to you in the restaurant last Saturday. Great video
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USA should also create a similar science center in Japan, South Korea and Philippines.
Great Reporting , Well explained and Very informative . Each Country has the right to make Decisions for the Benefit of its Citizens . Asian Countries have had Very Bad Experiences in the Near Past so being Wise and Smart Will Benefit Them , this will improve their Standard of Living . Taking Sides will Result in Disaster .
Very informative.
Glad you think so!
Vietnam has the right to decide it's future.
It's smart for VN to play both side, heck! they should also drag China into this dance
Technically usa bombed a Ukraine children's hopistal. A few years ago Israel bombed a children's hospital. Saving weapons in basement. USA missiles did it. This week Russia does same to Ukraine and we are to feel pity. Sorry I am not the fool.
It's great to see Vietnam looking to developing into the future 👏 😀
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Russia provided support during Vietnam war. So it is likely Putin and Vietnam aligned with each other.