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“#TheReader” isn’t a #novel about war – it’s about human fragility and love in the aftermath of #war. Do we truly understand the other – or even ourselves – when caught between judgment and love?
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On April 4, #China restricted exports of seven #rareearths, requiring permits. This adds to past bans, straining U.S. supply. With weak output and few alternatives, the U.S. faces short-term hurdles.

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VN’s personal #incometaxpolicy is outdated as current family deduction no longer aligns with real living costs. VSF’s article highlights key shortcomings and proposes a reform roadmap: specific adjustments, periodic updates, and digital integration.
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Amid #Trump-era #tariffbarriers disrupting #globaltrade, international #investment is expected to rise as a medium-term solution, with increased reinvestment in domestic and target markets, while the appealing of production hubs may dimish.
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On March 31, China’s FM #WangYi called ties with #Russia “friends forever.” Despite past tensions and energy deal frictions, shared goals and a common rival keep their bond strong.
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On March 13, #Taiwan’s President #LaiChingte labeled #China a “foreign hostile force” due to Beijing’s rising espionage. Strong backlash signals tough times ahead for Lai’s government.https://t.co/Su6vmwscj8

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#ICC issues arrest warrant for former #Philippines President #Duterte over alleged crimes against humanity in the "#WaronDrugs" campaign. Is this a step toward justice or a political move? Read the latest analysis on VSF.
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Special Issue: “#USChinaCompetition under the #Trump 2.0: Security, #Tariffs, and Emerging Technologies”. Enjoy in-depth analyses of the key shifts in great-power competition under Trump 2.0. 👇
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#Trump’s order cut funding to #VOA, RFE/RL, RFA, MBN, and OCB, crippling operations. But Trump does not care about U.S. soft power being weakened.
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How will Trump’s second-term cabinet with hawkish and pro-transactional-politics figures reshape Indo-Pacific policy? How can regional countries adapt to a new security environment? Find the answers in the latest analysis on VSF.
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China-US rare earth race not only impacts the technology sector but also has significant economic and geopolitical implications worldwide.
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Since taking office, #Trump has imposed tariffs but not on #Vietnam, possibly due to its goodwill efforts. Yet, risks remain due to the trade deficit. Hanoi must take stronger, long-term measures to adapt.
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#Russia and the U.S. may soon agree on issues, including the #Ukraine war. This worries Kyiv and Western Europe, prompting them to adapt to the new situation.

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By adopting a forward-looking strategy that combines strategic, well-calculated leadership with concrete trade policies based on transparency, #Vietnam can continue to be one of the major beneficiaries in the #USChinatradewar 2.0.
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#MakingTwoVietnams is not just a historical study - it serves as a reminder that education has never been neutral. It is an integral part of political strategy, and its consequences can persist for generations.
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The latest article on VSF analyzes how the U.S., under #Trump 2.0, has transitioned from a #patronage-based #hegemony to a #transactional hegemony, where allies and partners are compelled to “pay the price” to maintain their relationship with Washington.
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In a world of chaos, conflicts, and wars, Han Kang’s #HumanActs serves as a deep reminder of the humanity each of us bears, of the humanistic, personal aspects of casualties and losses.
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In 1.5 months, #Trump has unsettled #Europe with his cold, transactional approach, pushing the #EU to lead #Ukraine's support. He also seeks economic gains there while engaging Russia to restore ties and end the war. https://t.co/VfGoeFLtd2

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#Trump's return places #Taiwan in a precarious position amid #USChina tensions. Taipei should boost its self-defense and expand global partnerships to counterbalance #Beijing’s growing pressure.
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#HongKong, once a vibrant financial hub, now faces #Beijing's authoritarian control, leading to the erosion of the “one country, two systems” promise.
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