The visit of US President Joe Biden to Vietnam in September 2023 was a significant event that marked a new chapter in the relationship between the United States and Vietnam. The visit was seen as a sign of the growing trust and cooperation between the two countries, and it is hoped that it will lead to further progress in the years to come. This article will explore the impact of the US President’s visit on US-Vietnam relations, as well as the growing number of Vietnamese students studying in the United States.
US President Visits Vietnam
President Biden’s visit to Vietnam will be the third by a US president in recent years, following President Trump’s visit in 2019 for the North Korea–United States Hanoi Summit and President Obama’s visit in 2016. After Air Force One touches down on Sunday, the agenda for Biden and Hanoi officials, led by Communist Party chief Nguyen Phu Trong, includes chips and other technology, labor and the disputed South China Sea. The president, who came of age during the Vietnam War, will land in a country vastly changed since the war he once opposed, hoping to leave his own mark on that change by officially upgrading relations.
Current bilateral ties are called a comprehensive partnership, two notches below Vietnam’s ties with China and Russia. In anticipation of a U.S. upgrade, Hanoi has been trying to smooth the feathers of U.S. competitors Beijing and Moscow, sources say.
More information: Vietnam, US establish Comprehensive Strategic Partnership – VnExpress International
Vietnamese Students Study in the USA
The number of Vietnamese students studying in the United States has been increasing rapidly in recent years. In the 2022-2023 academic year, there were over 25,000 Vietnamese students enrolled in US universities and colleges, representing a 10% increase from the previous year.
One reason for this trend is the quality of education offered by US universities, which are consistently ranked among the best in the world. Another reason is the opportunity to learn English, which is essential for Vietnamese students who want to succeed in the global economy. Additionally, studying in the US provides Vietnamese students with the opportunity to experience a new culture, make new friends, and learn about American values and ideals.
The Future of US-Vietnam Relations
The visit of US President Biden to Vietnam and the growing number of Vietnamese students studying in the United States are positive signs for the future of US-Vietnam relations. These developments suggest that the two countries are committed to strengthening their ties and working together to address common challenges.
In conclusion, the visit of US President Joe Biden to Vietnam will be a significant event that marked a new chapter in the relationship between the United States and Vietnam. The growing number of Vietnamese students studying in the United States is also a positive development for both countries. It is hoped that these trends will continue and lead to further progress in the years to come.
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