Breaking news: Vietnam is chasing secret Russian arms deal, document reveals

In defiance of U.S. sanctions, Vietnamese officials laid out plans to buy Russian weapons.

View in browser|nytimes.com Continue reading the main story September 9, 2023 BREAKING NEWS Maxim Shemetov/Reuters Vietnam Chases Secret Russian Arms Deal, Even as It Deepens U.S. Ties Defying U.S. sanctions, a Vietnamese government document lays out a plan to buy Russian weapons, which officials see as a way to upgrade its military as a hedge against China. Read more Get more breaking news in your inbox Sign up to receive emails from The New York Times as soon as important news breaks around the world. Get it in your inbox Continue reading the main story ADVERTISEMENT Continue reading the main story Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this message because you signed up for updates from The New York Times. To stop receiving From The Times, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018