Goa, April 14 -- As global trade tensions intensify, Chinese President Xi Jinping has emphasized the need for deeper industrial and supply chain cooperation with Vietnam, while encouraging collaboration in emerging sectors like 5G, artificial intelligence, and green development. The remarks were made ahead of Xi's state visit to Vietnam from April 14-15, part of a broader Southeast Asian tour aimed at reinforcing China's economic ties in the region.

In an article published in Vietnamese media, Xi stressed the importance of regional initiatives such as East Asia Cooperation and Lancang-Mekong Cooperation, stating they are crucial to "inject more stability and positive energy into a chaotic and intertwined world." Without directly naming t...