MoIT designated as focal point for three major FTAs (23/01/2026)
The government has detailed specific responsibilities for various ministries across the different chapters of each agreement.
The government has detailed specific responsibilities for various ministries across the different chapters of each agreement.
Vietnam forecasts rice exports of 7.73 million tonnes in 2026 (23/01/2026)
Vietnam is expected to export around 7.73 million tonnes of rice in 2026, according to the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment (MAE).
Vietnam is expected to export around 7.73 million tonnes of rice in 2026, according to the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment (MAE).
Vietnam’s wood exports surpass $17 billion (23/01/2026)
Vietnam’s exports of wood and wood products recorded positive results in 2025, exceeding $17.2 billion, despite falling short of the $18 billion target. The US remained the sector’s largest market, accounting for nearly 55 per cent of total export turnover.
Vietnam’s exports of wood and wood products recorded positive results in 2025, exceeding $17.2 billion, despite falling short of the $18 billion target. The US remained the sector’s largest market, accounting for nearly 55 per cent of total export turnover.
US-Vietnam partnership targets tilapia development and soy-based aquafeed trade (22/01/2026)
The US is set to invest $15.2 million in a five-year project aimed at improving Vietnam's tilapia value chain while expanding trade in soy-based aquaculture feed and tilapia products.
The US is set to invest $15.2 million in a five-year project aimed at improving Vietnam's tilapia value chain while expanding trade in soy-based aquaculture feed and tilapia products.
Fruit and vegetable exports surge ahead of Lunar New Year (22/01/2026)
Vietnam’s export activity showed positive momentum in the first half of January, with fruit and vegetables emerging as a standout performer, indicating that global trade has picked up earlier than in the same period last year.
Vietnam’s export activity showed positive momentum in the first half of January, with fruit and vegetables emerging as a standout performer, indicating that global trade has picked up earlier than in the same period last year.
Three key dynamics supporting Vietnam’s GDP growth in 2026 (22/01/2026)
The three key dynamics to drive 2026 GDP growth include a modest consumption recovery, the infrastructure-real estate growth nexus, and resilient exports to the US, according to a report by VinaCapital published on January 19.
The three key dynamics to drive 2026 GDP growth include a modest consumption recovery, the infrastructure-real estate growth nexus, and resilient exports to the US, according to a report by VinaCapital published on January 19.
Computer and electronics exports surpass $10 bln per month for the first time (21/01/2026)
This lifted the total export value of the category for the whole of 2025 to $107.75 billion.
This lifted the total export value of the category for the whole of 2025 to $107.75 billion.
Vietnam-Laos trade turnover reaching $2.98 bln in 2025 (21/01/2026)
Vietnam is currently Laos’ third-largest trading partner, with bilateral trade continuing to set new records.
Vietnam is currently Laos’ third-largest trading partner, with bilateral trade continuing to set new records.
Exports of crabs and shellfish hit record high in 2025 (21/01/2026)
Total export revenue reaching $384.9 million.
Total export revenue reaching $384.9 million.
Vietnam, Cambodia strengthen telecommunications ties (19/01/2026)
A joint working group will be established as early as January 2026, focusing on sharing expertise in digital government, electronic invoicing (e-invoicing), online training platforms, support for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and Artificial Intelligence (AI) applications, among others.
A joint working group will be established as early as January 2026, focusing on sharing expertise in digital government, electronic invoicing (e-invoicing), online training platforms, support for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and Artificial Intelligence (AI) applications, among others.
China-Vietnam economic and trade cooperation set to become regional model (19/01/2026)
The year 2025 holds special significance, marking a new stage in the development of Vietnam-China relations as both sides actively realize the common perceptions reached by senior leaders and jointly celebrate the 75th anniversary of diplomatic ties.
The year 2025 holds special significance, marking a new stage in the development of Vietnam-China relations as both sides actively realize the common perceptions reached by senior leaders and jointly celebrate the 75th anniversary of diplomatic ties.
ACV begins cargo terminal construction at Danang Airport (19/01/2026)
A new cargo terminal project has broken ground at Danang International Airport, as authorities move to ease congestion and upgrade air freight capacity in central Vietnam.
A new cargo terminal project has broken ground at Danang International Airport, as authorities move to ease congestion and upgrade air freight capacity in central Vietnam.
Indian businesses eye participation in Vietnam Spring Fair 2026 (16/01/2026)
Indian businesses and industry associations have expressed strong interest in participating in Vietnam Spring Fair 2026, viewing the event as an important platform to expand partnerships and market presence in Vietnam.
Indian businesses and industry associations have expressed strong interest in participating in Vietnam Spring Fair 2026, viewing the event as an important platform to expand partnerships and market presence in Vietnam.
New growth model seen as key to Vietnam’s double-digit expansion in 2026-2030 (16/01/2026)
With a target of double-digit GDP growth in 2026-2030 and the ambition of becoming a high-income country by 2045, many economists say Vietnam’s economy needs to move quickly to redefine its growth model, with stronger economic restructuring toward greater efficiency, sustainability and innovation.
With a target of double-digit GDP growth in 2026-2030 and the ambition of becoming a high-income country by 2045, many economists say Vietnam’s economy needs to move quickly to redefine its growth model, with stronger economic restructuring toward greater efficiency, sustainability and innovation.
German media group releases Vietnam outlook report 2026 (16/01/2026)
The Germany-based international media group specialising in economic, financial and political coverage of emerging markets IntelliNews on January 11 published its annual Vietnam Outlook report 2026, highlighting prospects for economic growth and what problems lie in store.
The Germany-based international media group specialising in economic, financial and political coverage of emerging markets IntelliNews on January 11 published its annual Vietnam Outlook report 2026, highlighting prospects for economic growth and what problems lie in store.
National Spring Fair 2026 to boost trade, strengthen value chains (15/01/2026)
Scheduled from February 2 to 8 at the Vietnam Exposition Centre (VEC) in Dong Anh commune, Hanoi, the National Spring Fair 2026 is expected to create vibrant trading momentum from the beginning of the year.
Scheduled from February 2 to 8 at the Vietnam Exposition Centre (VEC) in Dong Anh commune, Hanoi, the National Spring Fair 2026 is expected to create vibrant trading momentum from the beginning of the year.
Vietnam’s exports to US jump 28.1% in 2025 on electronics surge (15/01/2026)
Vietnam’s exports to the United States rose 28.1% year on year in 2025 to more than US$153.1 billion, driven by strong demand for electronics, machinery and garments, data from the Ministry of Industry and Trade showed.
Vietnam’s exports to the United States rose 28.1% year on year in 2025 to more than US$153.1 billion, driven by strong demand for electronics, machinery and garments, data from the Ministry of Industry and Trade showed.
Philippines set to sign 2.5 million-tonne rice deal with Vietnam (15/01/2026)
The Philippines plans to sign an agreement to import an initial 2.5 million tonnes of rice from Vietnam as part of its 2026 procurement strategy.
The Philippines plans to sign an agreement to import an initial 2.5 million tonnes of rice from Vietnam as part of its 2026 procurement strategy.
European business confidence reaches highest in seven years (14/01/2026)
EuroCham released the Q4 2025 edition of its Business Confidence Index (BCI) on January 13, recording its highest level in seven years and marking a decisive shift in European business sentiment.
EuroCham released the Q4 2025 edition of its Business Confidence Index (BCI) on January 13, recording its highest level in seven years and marking a decisive shift in European business sentiment.
Textile and garment industry shifts toward high-value orders (14/01/2026)
In 2026, Vietnam’s textile and garment industry is set to undergo a significant strategic change, shifting its focus from large-scale outsourcing to smaller, higher-value orders that require advanced technical standards, targeting key markets such as the United States and Japan.
In 2026, Vietnam’s textile and garment industry is set to undergo a significant strategic change, shifting its focus from large-scale outsourcing to smaller, higher-value orders that require advanced technical standards, targeting key markets such as the United States and Japan.
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