Shadowing Practice: Vietnam, France sign cooperation agreements | Vietnam Today - Learn English Speaking with Video

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At the Elysee Palace, Party General Secretary and President Do Lam
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and French President Emmanuel Macron witnessed the exchange of cooperation agreements between the two countries.
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And the two state leaders also co-chaired a press meeting as part of the Vietnamese party chief's official visit to France.
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The agreements cover a wide range of areas reflecting the breadth of Vietnam-France cooperation.
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They include agreements on health care and critical minerals.
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as well as a loan agreement for integrated water resource management and a memorandum on establishing a railway technology school.
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In aviation, Vietnam Airlines and Airbus signed a memorandum on the offer of five A350-900 aircraft.
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Vidjet and Theles agreed to cooperate in aircraft electronic equipment maintenance, digital aviation, cybersecurity and AI applications.
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What I would like to highlight following today's signing ceremony is a long history of our relationship
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and the strong acceleration of our ties over the past two years since your visit in 2024.
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We are not stopping at declaration or strategic agreements.
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We are turning them into concrete actions at an increasingly faster pace.
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This unprecedented level of exchanges demonstrates the dynamism of our partnership.
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It also helps support Vietnam's ambitious goals for its new era of development while contributing to the strategic autonomy of both sides.
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Vietnam is moving urgently to accelerate economic development, renew its development model, make science and technology a key driver,
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develop strategic infrastructure and energy and build a highly skilled workforce.
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These are areas where France has strong advantages and where there is still great potential for our two countries to work together.
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Political trust should be our guiding principle.
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Political defense and security cooperation should be at the core.
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Economic cooperation should be the focus.
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Science, technology and innovation should be the breakthrough areas.
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Culture, education and healthcare should provide the foundation for further deepening the comprehensive strategic partnership between Vietnam and France.

Why This Video Is Great for Speaking Practice

This clip is a goldmine for English learners! It’s packed with clear, formal yet conversational language—perfect for practicing pronunciation, rhythm, and intonation. The topics (international agreements, economic development) are relevant and use common business and political terms, making it easy to apply what you learn to real-life conversations. Plus, the speakers use natural pauses and stress, which helps you master the flow of English. Whether you’re using a shadowing app or just repeating out loud, this video will boost your confidence in speaking about global topics.

Breaking Down Natural English

Let’s look at a few lines that sound effortlessly natural. First: “We are not stopping at declaration or strategic agreements. We are turning them into concrete actions at an increasingly faster pace.” The contrast between “not stopping at” and “turning them into” creates a dynamic rhythm, common in persuasive speech. Next: “These are areas where France has strong advantages and where there is still great potential for our two countries to work together.” The repetition of “where” makes the sentence easy to follow, and “strong advantages” and “great potential” are widely used phrases in professional contexts. Finally: “Political trust should be our guiding principle.” Short, direct, and impactful—this structure is key for clear communication. Notice how the speaker stresses “guiding principle” to emphasize importance, a trick you can use in your own speech.

A Simple Shadowing Routine to Try

Ready to practice? Here’s a repeat-and-record loop using the shadowing technique. Start by watching the video once to understand the context. Then, play a 5-second clip, pause, and repeat it out loud immediately—this is “shadow speak.” Focus on matching the speaker’s tone and speed. Record yourself, then compare it to the original. Did you stress the right words? Did you pause in the same places? Do this for 10 minutes a day, and you’ll notice a difference in your fluency. If you’re using a shadowing app, slow down the audio if needed—there’s no rush! Over time, try longer clips. Remember, the goal is to mimic the natural flow, not perfection. Keep practicing, and soon you’ll be speaking English with the same confidence as the speakers in the video.

With videos like this, learning English becomes engaging and practical. Whether you’re using shadow speak, a shadowing app, or just repeating lines, consistency is key. You’ve got this!

Wat is de Shadowing-techniek?

Shadowing is een wetenschappelijk onderbouwde taalleermethode die oorspronkelijk is ontwikkeld voor professionele tolkentraining en gepopulariseerd door polyglot Dr. Alexander Arguelles. De methode is eenvoudig maar krachtig: je luistert naar native Engelse audio en herhaalt het onmiddellijk hardop — als een schaduw die de spreker volgt met slechts 1–2 seconden vertraging. In tegenstelling tot passief luisteren of grammaticadrills, dwingt shadowing je hersenen en mondspieren om echte spraakpatronen tegelijkertijd te verwerken en te reproduceren. Onderzoek toont aan dat het de uitspraaknauwkeurigheid, intonatie, ritme, verbonden spraak, luisterbegrip en spreekvaardigheid aanzienlijk verbetert — waardoor het een van de meest effectieve methoden is voor IELTS Speaking-voorbereiding en echte Engelse communicatie.