A Multi-level Approach to Vietnam Foreign Policy: From Security Preoccupation to Middle Power Role
Prior to 1995 when Vietnam joined ASEAN and normalized relationship with the United States, the overriding concern was security as could be well explained by realism. Vietnam has made several critical, strategic moves since 1995 and by 2030 the country may be able to act internationally as an emerging middle power.
- Published: June 2021
