Vietnam's Offshore Energy Rush Attracts Japan, US, Russia to South China Sea
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Vietnam's Offshore Energy Rush Attracts Japan, US, Russia to South China Sea

Vietnam's offshore energy development is seeing a surge in competition, with Japan, the US, and Russia expressing interest in participating. These moves to secure resources in the South China Sea could heighten geopolitical tensions.

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