Recent Chinese Migration to Vietnam

Abstract

Based on fieldwork conducted in various locations in Vietnam, this article examines the different types of Chinese migration to Vietnam since the normalization of Vietnam-China relations in 1990. The article notes differences between the old and new Chinese migration. Recent Chinese migration is characterized by the diversity in the composition of migrants. Furthermore, recent Chinese migration is fuelled by the government's “go-out strategy” and is closely linked with increasing flows of investments, economic aid, trade and culture from China.