Macron's Vietnam Visit: Airbus Deals, US Tariff Threats, and Poki's Hot Takes!

Bonjour Vietnam! (And Airbus?)

Okay fam so President Macron just hopped over to Vietnam and apparently it's a pretty big deal! Like first French president in almost a decade big! They signed a bunch of deals most importantly some sweet sweet Airbus action. Twenty planes to be exact! VietJet is gonna be flying high literally! I'm over here thinking 'Should Poki invest in an airline?' Imagine 'PokiAir'—free snacks and mandatory positivity. Thoughts?

Trump's Tariff Tantrum: A Global Drama

But wait there's more drama! Uncle Trump is threatening 50% tariffs on EU goods which is basically the equivalent of someone rage quitting a game of *League of Legends* and unplugging everyone's internet. Vietnam's caught in the middle trying to dodge those potential 46% tariffs that could seriously mess with their economy. Honestly it's all giving me a headache. Can we just stick to gaming and leave the trade wars to the adults? Wait...are they even acting like adults right now?

Deals Deals Deals: More Than Just Planes!

Macron's visit wasn't just about planes though. They're also talking nuclear energy railways satellites and even vaccines! Talk about a packed itinerary. France is really trying to solidify its influence in Vietnam which let's be real used to be their colony. History class coming back to haunt us all huh? I wonder if Macron knows about my history streams? He could learn a thing or two!

South China Sea Shenanigans: Freedom of Navigation

Oh and Macron also reiterated France's support for freedom of navigation in the South China Sea. Basically it's a polite way of saying 'Hey China play nice!' Vietnam and China have been butting heads over those waters for ages. It's like a never ending game of *Among Us* but with real countries and way higher stakes. Someone call a meeting!

Defense and Space: Reaching for the Stars (and Safety)

The partnership also involves beefing up defense cooperation cybersecurity and anti terrorism efforts. Basically France and Vietnam are teaming up like a well coordinated *Valorant* squad. Sharing information strategic matters the whole shebang. Good for them I guess? More secure internet for streaming is always a plus. Though I'm starting to think this is a *little* bit out of my depth to fully understand!

Vietnam's Balancing Act: US vs. EU

So Vietnam's walking a tightrope here. The U.S. wants them to buy more Boeing planes and Europe is like 'Hey don't forget about us and our sweet Airbus deals!' It's like being stuck between two really cute eboys who are fighting over you. Decisions decisions! Apparently European officials are urging Vietnam to be careful with those US concessions. Don't mess with the EU folks they've got good snacks... and probably some really intense diplomacy.