{"id":839,"date":"2025-06-17T20:11:49","date_gmt":"2025-06-17T13:11:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/paradisetrips.vn\/?p=839"},"modified":"2026-03-22T17:42:42","modified_gmt":"2026-03-22T10:42:42","slug":"vietnams-bamboo-diplomacy-strategy-national-symbol-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/paradisetrips.vn\/vietnams-bamboo-diplomacy-strategy-national-symbol-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Bamboo: The Soul of Vietnamese Villages &#038; National Icon"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><iframe title=\"Bamboo diplomacy - A legacy of Vietnam\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/_p5w9ugUZY4?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h5 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><em>A video discussing the <b>Vietnamese bamboo tree<\/b> as a symbol of enduring yet flexible strength, and its application in the new &#8220;Bamboo Diplomacy&#8221; policy, representing a fresh and adaptive approach to Vietnamese foreign policy in the balancing all the Major powers in the world.<\/em><\/h5>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>The Bamboo: Vietnam&#8217;s Symbol of Resilience and a New Diplomatic Path<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><em>\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Imagine a typical village in the S-shaped land, and chances are, you\u2019ll picture the bamboo. Its deep roots and flexible yet strong stems allow it to withstand harsh storms, perfectly mirroring the resilience of the people. This natural toughness has evolved into <b data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"263\">Vietnam\u2019s Bamboo Diplomacy Strategy<\/b>, a guiding star in the nation&#8217;s modern foreign policy. Articulated as being &#8220;strong at the roots, flexible in the branches,&#8221; <b data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"424\">Vietnam\u2019s Bamboo Diplomacy Strategy<\/b> represents a fresh and adaptive approach to balancing major global powers. From providing essential tools in daily life to serving as a symbolic weapon for the hero <i data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"625\">Th\u00e1nh Gi\u00f3ng<\/i>, the humble bamboo embodies a nation that is steadfast in its interests yet remarkably open to international cooperation and peace<\/em><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">SPECIAL OUTLINE:\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ol style=\"text-align: justify;\" start=\"1\">\n<li><b>Symbol of National Resilience and Strength<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Natural Traits:<\/b> Its deep roots and flexible, strong stems symbolize the Vietnamese people&#8217;s resilience and ability to endure hardships.<\/li>\n<li><b>Legend of Th\u00e1nh Gi\u00f3ng:<\/b> Its link to the hero Th\u00e1nh Gi\u00f3ng further reinforces its meaning of indomitable strength and national defense.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><b>Versatility in Vietnamese Daily Life<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Practical Uses:<\/b> Used in <b>construction<\/b> (houses, bridges), <b>tools &amp; utensils<\/b> (baskets, chopsticks), and as a food source (bamboo shoots).<\/li>\n<li><b>Cultural Integration:<\/b> Deeply woven into folklore, poetry, and proverbs, highlighting steadfastness and humility.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><b>&#8220;Bamboo Diplomacy&#8221;: Vietnam&#8217;s Guiding Star in Foreign Policy<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Concept:<\/b> Articulated by Party General Secretary Nguy\u1ec5n Ph\u00fa Tr\u1ecdng as a flexible yet firm foreign policy.<\/li>\n<li><b>Key Principles:<\/b> <b>Strong at the Roots<\/b> (protecting national interests), <b>Flexible and Resilient Branches<\/b> (adapting to global changes), and <b>Open and Broad<\/b> (diversifying international relationships).<\/li>\n<li><b>Strategic Impact:<\/b> Helps Vietnam balance relationships, attract investment, and contribute to peace.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"mceTemp\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><\/div>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><b>1. Symbol of National Resilience and Strength<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">In Vietnamese folklore, the image of the bamboo is famously linked to the legend of <strong>Th\u00e1nh Gi\u00f3ng<\/strong>. When the An invaders threatened Vietnam, the mythical hero Th\u00e1nh Gi\u00f3ng, unable to find a suitable weapon, uprooted bamboo clumps to fight off the enemy. This powerful tale further solidifies bamboo&#8217;s role as a symbol of indomitable strength and the nation&#8217;s unwavering will to defend its sovereignty against all invaders.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_841\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-841\" style=\"width: 300px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-841\" src=\"https:\/\/paradisetrips.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Vietnamese-Bamboo-300x188.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"188\" srcset=\"https:\/\/paradisetrips.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Vietnamese-Bamboo-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/paradisetrips.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Vietnamese-Bamboo-1024x640.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/paradisetrips.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Vietnamese-Bamboo-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/paradisetrips.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Vietnamese-Bamboo-600x375.jpg 600w, https:\/\/paradisetrips.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Vietnamese-Bamboo.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-841\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>SYMBOLIC BAMBOO OF VIETNAM<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure id=\"attachment_842\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-842\" style=\"width: 300px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-842\" src=\"https:\/\/paradisetrips.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/SAINT-THANH-GIONG-USING-BAMBOO-AS-WEAPON-TO-COMBATLE-AGAINST-ENEMIES-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/paradisetrips.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/SAINT-THANH-GIONG-USING-BAMBOO-AS-WEAPON-TO-COMBATLE-AGAINST-ENEMIES-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/paradisetrips.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/SAINT-THANH-GIONG-USING-BAMBOO-AS-WEAPON-TO-COMBATLE-AGAINST-ENEMIES-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/paradisetrips.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/SAINT-THANH-GIONG-USING-BAMBOO-AS-WEAPON-TO-COMBATLE-AGAINST-ENEMIES.jpg 680w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-842\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Saint Giong using Bamboo weapon<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><em>Note: Get to know about <span style=\"color: #0000ff;\">N\u00f3n l\u00e1,<\/span> Please<a href=\"https:\/\/paradisetrips.vn\/non-la-vietnams-timeless-cultural-symbol-from-humble-materials-to-artistic-value\/\"><span style=\"color: #ff00ff;\"> click here!<\/span><\/a><\/em><\/h4>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong>2. In daily life, bamboo is incredibly versatile:<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"mceTemp\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><\/div>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><strong>Construction:<\/strong> Used to build houses, bridges, and fences.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tools &amp; Utensils:<\/strong> Crafted into baskets, fishing traps, chopsticks, and countless household items.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Art &amp; Music:<\/strong> Its hollow stalks become flutes, and its sturdy nature inspires intricate handicrafts.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Food:<\/strong> Young bamboo shoots are a delicious part of many Vietnamese dishes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">This close relationship with bamboo has woven it deeply into Vietnamese folklore, poetry, and proverbs, always highlighting its qualities of steadfastness, humility, and unwavering loyalty to the community.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_843\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-843\" style=\"width: 300px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-843\" src=\"https:\/\/paradisetrips.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/A-SET-OF-TEA-POT-FROM-BAMBOO-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/paradisetrips.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/A-SET-OF-TEA-POT-FROM-BAMBOO-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/paradisetrips.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/A-SET-OF-TEA-POT-FROM-BAMBOO-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/paradisetrips.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/A-SET-OF-TEA-POT-FROM-BAMBOO-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/paradisetrips.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/A-SET-OF-TEA-POT-FROM-BAMBOO.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-843\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">BAMBOO MATERIALS<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure id=\"attachment_844\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-844\" style=\"width: 300px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-844\" src=\"https:\/\/paradisetrips.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/BAMBOO-HOUSE-IN-VIETNAM-1-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/paradisetrips.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/BAMBOO-HOUSE-IN-VIETNAM-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/paradisetrips.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/BAMBOO-HOUSE-IN-VIETNAM-1-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/paradisetrips.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/BAMBOO-HOUSE-IN-VIETNAM-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/paradisetrips.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/BAMBOO-HOUSE-IN-VIETNAM-1-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/paradisetrips.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/BAMBOO-HOUSE-IN-VIETNAM-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-844\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">BAMBOO CONSTRUCTION IN VIETNAM<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h4><\/h4>\n<h4><\/h4>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><em>Note: Get to know about the Vietnamese traditional costume &#8211; \u00c1o D\u00e0i<span style=\"color: #0000ff;\">,<\/span> Please<a href=\"https:\/\/paradisetrips.vn\/ao-dai-the-enduring-grace-of-vietnams-traditional-attire\/\"><span style=\"color: #ff00ff;\"> click here!<\/span><\/a><\/em><\/h4>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\">3. &#8220;Bamboo Diplomacy&#8221;: Vietnam&#8217;s Guiding Star in Foreign Policy<\/span>\u00a0 \u00a0==) TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THIS TERM, PLEASE <span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><a style=\"color: #ff0000;\" href=\"https:\/\/paradisetrips.vn\/the-vietnamese-political-system-separation-of-powers-and-the-communist-partys-core-role\/\">CLICK HERE<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_846\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-846\" style=\"width: 300px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-846\" src=\"https:\/\/paradisetrips.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/BAMBOO-DIPLOMACY-OF-VIETNAM-300x169.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"169\" srcset=\"https:\/\/paradisetrips.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/BAMBOO-DIPLOMACY-OF-VIETNAM-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/paradisetrips.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/BAMBOO-DIPLOMACY-OF-VIETNAM-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/paradisetrips.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/BAMBOO-DIPLOMACY-OF-VIETNAM.jpg 686w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-846\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Vietnam Bamboo Diplomacy in balancing International Relations<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">In recent years, the humble bamboo has taken on a new, profound meaning as the guiding philosophy for Vietnam&#8217;s foreign policy. Known as &#8220;<strong>Bamboo Diplomacy<\/strong>&#8221; (ngo\u1ea1i giao c\u00e2y tre), this approach was clearly articulated by Party General Secretary Nguy\u1ec5n Ph\u00fa Tr\u1ecdng. It describes Vietnam&#8217;s commitment to being:<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_845\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-845\" style=\"width: 300px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-845\" src=\"https:\/\/paradisetrips.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/VIETNAMESE-LEADER-RECEIVING-CHINESE-SIDE-IN-THE-TERM-OF-BAMBOO-DIPLOMACY-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/paradisetrips.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/VIETNAMESE-LEADER-RECEIVING-CHINESE-SIDE-IN-THE-TERM-OF-BAMBOO-DIPLOMACY-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/paradisetrips.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/VIETNAMESE-LEADER-RECEIVING-CHINESE-SIDE-IN-THE-TERM-OF-BAMBOO-DIPLOMACY-600x449.jpg 600w, https:\/\/paradisetrips.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/VIETNAMESE-LEADER-RECEIVING-CHINESE-SIDE-IN-THE-TERM-OF-BAMBOO-DIPLOMACY.jpg 660w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-845\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Bamboo Diplomacy<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><strong>Strong at the Roots:<\/strong> This means firmly protecting Vietnam&#8217;s core national interests, independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity. Like bamboo, Vietnam stands strong on its own ground.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Flexible and Resilient Branches:<\/strong> Vietnam seeks to maintain good relationships with all countries, adapting to changing global situations. It&#8217;s about being flexible and open to cooperation, bending with the winds of international relations without breaking. This allows Vietnam to engage broadly, avoid unnecessary conflicts, and build trust with many partners.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Open and Broad:<\/strong> Like the bamboo that grows in groves, Vietnam aims to diversify its international relationships, not putting all its eggs in one basket. It seeks to be a good friend and reliable partner to countries worldwide, based on mutual respect and benefit.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">This &#8220;<strong><em>Bamboo Diplomacy<\/em><\/strong>&#8221; strategy helps Vietnam navigate a complex world, balancing relationships with major powers, attracting investment, and contributing to regional and global peace. It reflects a desire for peaceful coexistence and a commitment to multilateralism.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">From the quiet strength of its villages to the strategic wisdom of its foreign policy, the bamboo tree stands as a proud and enduring symbol of Vietnam. It represents a nation that is resilient, adaptable, and always true to its roots.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4 data-path-to-node=\"12\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><b data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">4. Geopolitical Philosophy &amp; Sustainable Heritage\u00a0<\/b><\/span><\/h4>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-path-to-node=\"13\">The unique concept of <b data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"22\">Vietnam\u2019s Bamboo Diplomacy Strategy<\/b> has drawn significant attention from global political analysts. The <b data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"126\"><a class=\"ng-star-inserted\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cfr.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-hveid=\"0\" data-ved=\"0CAAQ_4QMahgKEwiAwYa4jLOTAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQ3g0\">Council on Foreign Relations (CFR)<\/a><\/b> frequently discusses how this &#8220;flexible yet firm&#8221; approach allows Vietnam to maintain strategic autonomy in a complex multilateral world.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-path-to-node=\"14\">Furthermore, the versatility of bamboo in sustainable architecture and its cultural weight are recognized by the <b data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"113\"><a class=\"ng-star-inserted\" href=\"https:\/\/ich.unesco.org\/en\/home\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-hveid=\"0\" data-ved=\"0CAAQ_4QMahgKEwiAwYa4jLOTAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQ3w0\">UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage<\/a><\/b> platform. For researchers interested in the official transcripts regarding this diplomatic doctrine, the <b data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"254\"><a class=\"ng-star-inserted\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?q=https:\/\/www.mofa.gov.vn\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-hveid=\"0\" data-ved=\"0CAAQ_4QMahgKEwiAwYa4jLOTAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQ4A0\">Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Vietnam (MOFA)<\/a><\/b> provides comprehensive documentation on how <b data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"344\">Vietnam\u2019s Bamboo Diplomacy Strategy<\/b> fosters trust and attracts high-level investment. Additionally, the <b data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"448\"><a class=\"ng-star-inserted\" href=\"https:\/\/www.csis.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-hveid=\"0\" data-ved=\"0CAAQ_4QMahgKEwiAwYa4jLOTAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQ4Q0\">Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS)<\/a><\/b> offers in-depth reports on Vietnam&#8217;s pivotal role in regional stability through this adaptive foreign policy.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><em>#VietnameseBamboo #BambooSymbol #VietnamCulture #BambooDiplomacy #NgoaiGiaoCayTre #VietnameseTraditions #Resilience #NationalSymbol #TravelVietnam #VietnamHeritage<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<h4><\/h4>\n<h4><\/h4>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><em>Note: Get to know about <span style=\"color: #0000ff;\">the Artistic Culture of Vietnam,<\/span> Please<a href=\"https:\/\/paradisetrips.vn\/category\/discover-vietnam\/culture\/artistic-culture\/\"><span style=\"color: #ff00ff;\"> click here!<\/span><\/a><\/em><\/h4>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"kk-star-ratings kksr-auto kksr-align-right kksr-valign-bottom\"\n    data-payload='{&quot;align&quot;:&quot;right&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;839&quot;,&quot;slug&quot;:&quot;default&quot;,&quot;valign&quot;:&quot;bottom&quot;,&quot;ignore&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;reference&quot;:&quot;auto&quot;,&quot;class&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;count&quot;:&quot;1&quot;,&quot;legendonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;readonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;score&quot;:&quot;5&quot;,&quot;starsonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;best&quot;:&quot;5&quot;,&quot;gap&quot;:&quot;5&quot;,&quot;greet&quot;:&quot;Rate this post&quot;,&quot;legend&quot;:&quot;5\\\/5 - (1 vote)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;24&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Bamboo: The Soul of Vietnamese Villages \\u0026amp; National Icon&quot;,&quot;width&quot;:&quot;142.5&quot;,&quot;_legend&quot;:&quot;{score}\\\/{best} - ({count} {votes})&quot;,&quot;font_factor&quot;:&quot;1.25&quot;}'>\n            \n<div class=\"kksr-stars\">\n    \n<div class=\"kksr-stars-inactive\">\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"1\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"2\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"3\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"4\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"5\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    \n<div class=\"kksr-stars-active\" style=\"width: 142.5px;\">\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n                \n\n<div class=\"kksr-legend\" style=\"font-size: 19.2px;\">\n            5\/5 - (1 vote)    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A video discussing the Vietnamese bamboo tree as a symbol of enduring yet flexible strength, and its application in the new &#8220;Bamboo Diplomacy&#8221; policy, representing a fresh and adaptive approach to Vietnamese foreign policy in the balancing all the Major powers in the world. 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