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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