'Baiyue/百越' is a very broad concept, just like the Germani in the eyes of Rome or the Franks in the eyes of Muslims. Can such a vast group be recognized as' the same people '?
It's better not to delve into some things, especially when emphasizing "Vietnam's resistance to Chinese aggression", while recalling under what pretext Vietnam expanded to its surrounding areas.
The genetic differences are not as significant as imagined. And that doesn't mean anything, otherwise a country like Türkiye would not exist.
History is an explanation of the past based on current conditions. We can see many similar cases around the world. And the recent absurd incident on the Taiwan island.
Everything can be defined and changed as long as it is necessary.
The most realistic issue is not only Vietnam's independent status, but also the issue of dominance in the Indochina Peninsula. When France and the Americans are driven away, the next potential geopolitical enemy is obvious. No country's maintenance does not require the presence of 'enemies'.
