Whether the United Nations will thrive, not just survive, well into the 21st century depends on the ties between the US and China
WHILE the United Nations (UN) rarely dominates global economic or political conversations, its 80th-anniversary General Assembly has provided a significant platform for Asian leaders. This week in New York City, their voices have been prominent.
Take Vietnam’s State President Luong Cuong for example – he used the trip to engage officials from the administration of US President Donald Trump over American tariff impacts. The timing coincided with the 30th year of the two countries’ diplomatic relations, and the second anniversary of their comprehensive strategic partnership.
The tariff agenda is critical not just for Vietnam, Asean’s second-most trade-dependent country, but also for South-east Asia more generally, as it is one of the most trade-reliant regions globally.
