AGP Executive Report
Last update: a day agoShangri-La Dialogue Diplomacy: Vietnam’s top leader To Lam used the Singapore security forum to warn of a “trust deficit” and three overlapping global crises, urging stronger international law and ASEAN centrality while stressing Vietnam won’t “pick sides” in major-power rivalry. China Ties & South China Sea: In his first Reuters interview, To Lam said better Vietnam-China relations can help resolve South China Sea disputes, with sovereignty and dialogue “mutually reinforcing.” Defense & Technology: India’s defence secretary said a BrahMos supersonic cruise missile deal with Vietnam is already signed (and another with Indonesia is near), as Vietnam also seeks international know-how for its biofuel push ahead of E10 rollout. Prison Amnesty: Vietnam will release nearly 10,000 prisoners in early June, including 63 foreigners, as part of a presidential clemency decision tied to recent political events. Vietnam–Singapore Business: During To Lam’s visit, Vietnam and Singapore advanced multiple cooperation deals, including new VSIP industrial parks and fresh corporate investment plans. Food & Culture: A new Southeast Asian spot, Pho Zaap, opened in Rochester, reflecting growing Vietnamese culinary reach abroad.
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