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Vietnam: Surging trade surplus with the US carries risks

Vietnam’s economy is booming on the back of strong exports, most notably to the US, as it benefits from shifts in global supply chains. However, the export surge is widening Vietnam’s trade surplus with the US, which could invite renewed scrutiny from Washington.

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