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In an article published in the Bangkok Post newspaper on August 19, Thai scholar Kavi Chongkittavorn commented on the recent visit of General Secretary To Lam to Korea, affirming that Vietnam is rising to the regional leadership position. Screenshots published in Bangkok Post on August 19, Kavi highly appreciated Vietnams choice of Korea as a destination for a comprehensive strategic partnership, focusing on increasing trade, investment and diplomatic cooperation. As the first country to send senior leaders to see President Lee Jae Myung, Vietnam sent a clear signal to both Northeast Asia and Southeast Asia, that Vietnam and South Korea are emerging as a driving force for regional connectivity and economic growth. The two leaders made an impressive commitment of raising bilateral trade to US 150 billion in the next 5 years. The achievement of this ambitious goal requires the comprehensive commitment of the two countries, strengthening the partnership that goes beyond the economic field into technology, education and cultural exchange, Vietnam is rising to the position of a fake regional leader that at this time, Vietnam is affirming its position as a regional leadership. This year, Vietnam celebrated the 30th anniversary of joining ASEAN, 80 years of the August Revolution and Quoc Khanh (September 2). Three decades ago, when joining ASEAN, few people believe that Vietnam can integrate and develop strongly in the challenging framework of the bloc. However, in Seoul, Vietnam has proud to show itself as an emerging leader, shaping the architecture of the future area, both in terms of economic integration and strategic autonomy. According to the scholar Kavi, peace and stability are always the focus in the vision of Hanoi. Vietnam always supports ASEAN -led mechanisms - from the ASEAN Regional Forum to the East Asia Summit, the ASEAN Defense Ministers Conference (ADMM+) and ASEAN vision to the Indo -Pacific - Pacific. These platforms have allowed Vietnam to consolidate strategic peace, and integrate into the global value chain. Today, foreign investors - especially in high -tech and green fields - considers Vietnam as a top destination with reforms emphasizing transparency, efficiency and administration. In addition to the economy and security, the people are also shaping the emerging partnership between Vietnam and Korea. Cultural cooperation, tourism, education and labor migration have promoted bilateral relationships. In addition, the soft power factor also acts as an important bridge between the two countries, such as Korean popular culture, Korean cuisine and language, which are very popular in Vietnam. At the strategic level, according to Mr. Kavi, both countries understand that partnership must develop according to the changes of the world situation. Technology revolution, green conversion and supply chain interruption are new challenges for both. In this context, Hanoi and Seoul are working closely. Vietnam provides a dynamic production platform and young labor force, while Korea contributes capital, expertise and innovation. Mr. Kavi emphasized that this rare cooperation could be a model for other places to follow. Thai scholar assesses Vietnams flexibility to have emerged in recent years. The reactions of Vietnam before the new US tariff policy have shown its economic flexibility, diplomatic line and recovery in the context of the US-China competition and the supply chain movement. Vietnam has turned external shocks into opportunities. At the same time, when the ASEAN member of Vietnam entered the fourth decade, the country is becoming a major motivation of economic integration, narrowing the gap between old and new members. In addition to the ASEAN-Korea Free Trade Agreement, Vietnam also participated in the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP), the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Pacific (CPTPP) .... This is part of the countrys trade diversification strategy, creating a balance, regardless of any partner. The author concluded that with the construction of a comprehensive strategic partnership with Korea, Vietnam continues to consolidate bilateral relations and reshap the role of regional leadership.
