Vietnam, BRICS Partners to Forge New Growth Drivers

Vietnam's participation in BRICS meetings offers a crucial platform for engaging with member states and partners on global and regional governance, particularly concerning economic and development issues tied to emerging and developing economies. This engagement supports Vietnam's strategic shift "from engaging in rule-making to contributing to shaping rules," enhancing its voice in international frameworks, rules, and standards, and solidifying its global standing. The Prime Minister's attendance at the BRICS Summit affirms Vietnam's role and responsible contributions at multilateral mechanisms, according to the Indian Ambassador to Vietnam. Vietnam promotes its role as a BRICS partner, signaling its intent to exert greater influence on the international stage. Vietnam, under its one-party system, has achieved significant economic growth. While its relationship with China is complex, economic interdependence remains deep, alongside geopolitical challenges such as the South China Sea issue. Active participation in multilateral forums like BRICS can be seen as part of Vietnam's diplomatic strategy to avoid over-reliance on China, secure a voice in the international community, and maximize its national interests.