China and Vietnam plan upgraded transportation links and digital collaborations during President Xi Jinping's visit to Hanoi.
China offers grants, shifting from loans, impacting existing Western-backed projects.
The rail upgrade spans rare earth-rich regions.
China's Digital Silk Road aims to boost global digital connections, including plans for Vietnam's infrastructure.
Vietnam's response remains uncertain due to sovereignty and security concerns.
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