Vietnam Showcases a Military Keen to Revamp Soviet-Era Image

world • 9/1/2025

As China draws the world’s attention this week with its grand military parade, Vietnam held its own historic event to show that its armed forces and defense industry are trying to march toward self reliance.

As China draws the world’s attention this week with its grand military parade, Vietnam held its own historic event to show that its armed forces and defense industry are trying to march toward self reliance. In Hanoi, more than 16,000 troops have bee... [374 chars]