Young Vietnamese people see growing opportunities in closer cooperation with China, particularly in trade, education, innovation and entrepreneurship, according to a recent survey.
Based on responses from 4,082 young Vietnamese people and interviews with nearly 100 Vietnamese students in China, the survey reveals a generation that values historical friendship while looking toward practical cooperation.
As many as 79 percent believe young people can serve as a bridge between the two countries, while nearly 60 percent expressed willingness to participate in bilateral youth exchange programs.
The survey also found that a whopping 93 percent were familiar with the historical description of China and Vietnam as "comrades and brothers", while more than 60 percent rated current bilateral relations at seven or higher on a 10-point scale.
Looking ahead, 52.5 percent support stronger trade and investment ties, 50.4 percent favor cooperation in youth innovation and entrepreneurship, and 49.4 percent back educational exchanges. Meanwhile, 58 percent expressed strong interest in entrepreneurship.
With 77.8 percent relying primarily on social media for information about bilateral relations, many interviewees emphasized the importance of sharing authentic stories about everyday life, education and travel to strengthen mutual understanding.
As China and Vietnam expand youth exchanges and tourism cooperation, the findings highlight a generation eager to turn longstanding friendship into new opportunities for learning, innovation and shared growth.
China Daily Youth Channel recently released a survey exploring how young Vietnamese people view China-Vietnam relations and future opportunities for cooperation. Drawing on responses from 4,082 Vietnamese youth and interviews with nearly 100 students studying in China, the report finds strong interest in closer ties, especially in education, trade, innovation and entrepreneurship. Many respondents also see young people as a vital bridge between the two countries.
As part of China Daily, the Youth Channel focuses on international youth exchanges, highlighting young people's perspectives, cross-cultural connections and stories of cooperation. It aims to amplify youth voices and foster greater understanding across borders.
