Vietnam has much to learn from: Japanese scholar
(VOVWORLD) - There are many lessons to be learned from Vietnam in preserving the position of a firmly sovereign, independent, and self-reliant nation, Professor Nishizawa Toshiro of the University of Tokyo said ahead of the 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam.
 Professor Nishizawa Toshiro of the University of Tokyo. |
He noted that Vietnam pursues an independent, resilient, and highly adaptive foreign policy, reflected in concrete actions, most notably the establishment of comprehensive strategic partnerships with 14 countries while maintaining balanced relations with major powers.
Professor Nishizawa described Vietnam as a “middle power” that plays an active role in shaping regional norms and reinforcing a rules-based international order.
Regarding major policy orientations outlined in the draft documents of the 14th Party Congress, he particularly praised Vietnam for placing digital transformation and science and technology at the strategic core of its development agenda in the new era.