💨 Abstract

Secretary of State Marco Rubio discussed trade imbalances and shared concerns about China with Vietnam's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son. Rubio encouraged Vietnam to address the trade deficit, which exceeded $110 billion in the first 11 months of 2024, and praised their economic cooperation. Rubio also discussed regional concerns, including China's aggressive behavior in the South China Sea.

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