Abstract
Section 1: Water and Energy Politics
Vietnam is concerned about the socioeconomic and security impacts of Chinasponsored hydroelectric-dam construction in the Mekong, as well as China’s growing economic footprints in Indochina. Vietnam’s response to these developments is two-pronged. First, Vietnam strengthens relations with Laos and Cambodia to maintain its traditional sphere of influence. Second, Vietnam adopts an omni-enmeshment strategy targeting major powers involved in the Mekong to balance China’s influence and foster subregional stability.
Vietnam is concerned about the socioeconomic and security impacts of Chinasponsored hydroelectric-dam construction in the Mekong, as well as China’s growing economic footprints in Indochina. Vietnam’s response to these developments is two-pronged. First, Vietnam strengthens relations with Laos and Cambodia to maintain its traditional sphere of influence. Second, Vietnam adopts an omni-enmeshment strategy targeting major powers involved in the Mekong to balance China’s influence and foster subregional stability.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | The Displaced |
| Subtitle of host publication | Disrupted Trade, Labour, and Politics in the Mekong River Basin |
| Editors | Brahma Chellaney, Kliem Frederick |
| Place of Publication | Japan |
| Publisher | Konrad Adenauer Stuftung |
| Pages | 144-168 |
| ISBN (Print) | 978-4-9911837-8-2 |
| Publication status | Published - 10 May 2022 |
| Externally published | Yes |