Étiqueté : présidence (ASEAN)
This Background Brief considers five issues: China’s implementation of coronavirus diplomacy, China’s objectives, ASEAN dependence on China, impact on regional security and Vietnam’s leadership as ASEAN Chair.
This Background Brief considers the impact of COVID-19 on Vietnam’s role as ASEAN Chair in light of the likely postponement of a number of ASEAN-affiliated meetings to deal with regional development of Southeast Asia’s river systems and the 36th ASEAN Summit. Should Vietnam’s term as ASEAN Chair be extended into 2021?