President Trump shows off his knowledge of Vietnamese history

In declaring that the United States would no longer be taken advantage of, US President Donald Trump explained his reason for coming to Da Nang and expressed his understanding of Vietnam's history.

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Saying that America is proud to be a member of the Pacific economic community, the US President explained his motivation for attending the APEC summit in Vietnam. Trump stated:

"We will not tolerate the same unfair and abusive trade practices that have been used in the past. Many countries have promised the United States balanced trade, but we have waited a long time for that promise and that day has never come. That is why we are here today."

Trump announced:

"Starting today, America will compete on a fair and equal basis, and America will not be taken advantage of. I will always put America first. And I expect everyone in this room to put your country's interests first."

In this vein, the US President expressed his understanding of Vietnamese history. He said: "The host country Vietnam has clearly understood that not only 200 years, but 2,000 years ago, around the year 40 AD, two Vietnamese sisters, Hai Ba Trung, rose up to fight against foreign invaders, awakening the spirit of independence. That was the first time in history that the Vietnamese people stood up for their independence and pride...".

In his closing remarks, after calling for "to move together toward freedom, prosperity, and a brighter future," the US President also emphasized the historical element. He said: "There are many places in the world with dreams and paths, but there is no better place than home, so let's stand up for our families, let's stand up for our country, let's stand up for our freedom, let's stand up for our history, let's stand up for our country, our home, and our love."

According to Sputnik