Standard Chartered has raised its forecast for Vietnam’s economic growth in 2026 to 9.5%, up from its previous projection of 7.2%.
In its latest economic outlook report, Standard Chartered said the adjustment follows Vietnam’s positive economic performance in the first half of the year, with growth drivers continuing to gain momentum. It also expects the positive trend to carry into...
Việt Nam is leveraging its 2026 CPTPP chairmanship to strengthen economic resilience and deepen cooperation between the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) and the European Union (EU).
HCM CITY — Việt Nam is leveraging its 2026 CPTPP chairmanship to strengthen economic resilience and deepen cooperation between the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) and the...
The Vietnam-EFTA FTA is one of the longest-negotiated trade agreements in Vietnam's history, reflecting its broad scope of commitments covering trade in goods and services, investment, intellectual property, government procurement, environmental protection, sustainable development, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and other areas of cooperation.
Hanoi (VNA) - After more than 14 years of negotiations, Vietnam and the European Free Trade...
EuroCham's latest survey shows European business confidence rebounding to its highest level in nearly seven years, driven by stronger demand despite global uncertainty.
Hanoi (VNS/VNA) - The EuroCham Business Confidence Index (BCI) rose to 79.7 points in the second quarter of 2026, its highest level in nearly seven years, according to a survey released on July 15 by the European...
The Central Steering Committee for Food Safety is tasked with studying, advising, recommending, and proposing to the Prime Minister major directions and solutions to address important inter-sectoral issues related to food safety.
Under a recent Prime Ministerial Decision, Deputy Prime Minister Pham Thi Thanh Tra has been assigned as Head of the Central Steering Committee for Food Safety, according to...
VGP - Viet Nam targets to increase seaport capacity to 1.396-1.656 billion tons of cargo by the end of this decade.
The Ministry of Construction has released a new maritime infrastructure master plan for the 2021–2030 period, with a vision to 2050.
Under the plan, Viet Nam's seaports are devided into two groups.
The first group includes 15 seaports located in Quang...
Preparation time is limited, so finalising the guidance document is critical to ensure consistent implementation.
HÀ NỘI — The rubber industry is racing to finalise compliance guidelines, plantation databases and traceability systems before the European Union's anti-deforestation regulation (EUDR) takes effect on January 1, 2027, while enhancing competitiveness towards transparency and sustainable development.
Speaking at a conference held in HCM City...
The law also encourages green e-commerce, more efficient logistics and environmentally friendly packaging, while creating greater opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises, household businesses and start-ups. E-commerce platforms are now required to verify sellers' identities, disclose information on sellers, products and transaction conditions, proactively detect violations and establish effective complaint-handling mechanisms. Consumer protection has also been reinforced through clearer...
Vietnam has emerged as an increasingly important driver of regional economic integration over the past three decades, with two-way trade with ASEAN soaring to approximately 91 billion USD in 2025 from only 3.26 billion USD in 1995.
As Southeast Asia accelerates economic connectivity, digital transformation and green growth, the country is strengthening its position as a key manufacturing, logistics and...
The Vietnam Trade Office in Canada cordially invites Canadian importers, distributors, retailers, sourcing professionals, and industry associations to participate in Global Sourcing Weeks in Ho Chi Minh City, a series of six leading international trade fairs showcasing Vietnam's dynamic manufacturing and export capabilities.
Bringing together exhibitions across multiple industries, Global Sourcing Weeks offers buyers a unique opportunity to meet hundreds...