Vietnam's National Security Challenges

What are the main global conflicts affecting Vietnam's security?

• Territorial disputes in the South China Sea, US-China tensions, and regional instability in Southeast Asia.

• Economic sanctions from the EU

• Nuclear threats from North Korea

• Cybersecurity issues with Russia

How does the Russia-Ukraine war impact the global economy?

• The war disrupts supply chains, increases inflation, affects trade, and prompts energy dependency reassessment.

• The war results in a surplus of energy resources worldwide.

• The war has no significant effect on global inflation rates.

• The war leads to increased global cooperation and trade agreements.

What role does Islamic extremism play in global security threats?

• Islamic extremism has no impact on global security.

• Islamic extremism is a significant contributor to global security threats through terrorism and regional instability.

• Islamic extremism promotes global peace and stability.

• Islamic extremism is primarily a cultural phenomenon unrelated to terrorism.

Identify two regional conflicts that pose risks to Vietnam.

• South China Sea disputes and tensions on the Korean Peninsula.

• Border disputes with Thailand

• Internal political unrest in Myanmar

• Economic sanctions against Laos

How can local wars affect Vietnam's national interests?

• Local wars can improve Vietnam's international reputation.

• Local wars have no impact on Vietnam's cultural heritage.

• Local wars can threaten Vietnam's security, disrupt trade, and strain diplomatic relations.

• Local wars can enhance Vietnam's trade opportunities.

What are the potential consequences of territorial disputes for Vietnam?

• Enhanced economic growth and investment opportunities

• Increased military tensions, economic sanctions, diplomatic isolation, impact on trade and local economies, strained regional relationships.

• Strengthened alliances with neighboring countries

• Increased tourism and cultural exchange

Discuss the impact of international terrorism on Vietnam's stability.

• International terrorism has no effect on Vietnam's stability.

• Vietnam's stability is solely dependent on its economic policies.

• International terrorism poses a threat to Vietnam's stability by increasing security concerns, affecting economic growth, and potentially leading to government repression.

• International terrorism only affects Western countries, not Vietnam.

How do political upheavals in other countries affect Vietnam?

• Vietnam benefits economically from political instability abroad.

• Political upheavals have no effect on Vietnam's culture.

• Political upheavals in other countries can impact Vietnam's economy, security, and social dynamics.

• Political changes in other countries only affect neighboring countries, not Vietnam.

What measures can Vietnam take to enhance its national security?

• Reduce military spending and focus on domestic issues.

• Isolate from international partnerships and alliances.

• Limit technological advancements in defense systems.

• Strengthen military capabilities and foster regional alliances.

Why is a rapid economic recovery unlikely in the current global context?

• Government stimulus packages ensure quick recovery.

• Ongoing supply chain disruptions, inflation, geopolitical tensions, and pandemic effects hinder rapid recovery.

• Increased consumer spending boosts recovery.

• Technological advancements eliminate economic barriers.