Trade standing strong (16/07/2026)
Solid export performance and record imports of production machinery and materials underscore Vietnam’s expanding role in global supply chains despite again posting a trade deficit.
Solid export performance and record imports of production machinery and materials underscore Vietnam’s expanding role in global supply chains despite again posting a trade deficit.
New pillars in Vietnam - Japan cooperation (16/07/2026)
H.E. Ito Naoki, Ambassador of Japan to Vietnam, shared with Vietnam Economic Times/ VnEconomy about the strength of Vietnam-Japan relations and outlined the priorities shaping bilateral cooperation in the new era.
H.E. Ito Naoki, Ambassador of Japan to Vietnam, shared with Vietnam Economic Times/ VnEconomy about the strength of Vietnam-Japan relations and outlined the priorities shaping bilateral cooperation in the new era.
Continued conviction of foreign investors (16/07/2026)
Foreign investment into Vietnam surged in the first half of 2026, driven by manufacturing, high-tech industries, and record FDI disbursement as investors reinforced their confidence in the country’s long-term growth prospects.
Foreign investment into Vietnam surged in the first half of 2026, driven by manufacturing, high-tech industries, and record FDI disbursement as investors reinforced their confidence in the country’s long-term growth prospects.
Chu Lai Open EZ aims to attract $5 bln in investment for 2026-2030 (16/07/2026)
Key infrastructure goals include completing procedures for two new industrial parks in 2026 and ensuring at least five industrial parks are operational by 2030, with an average occupancy rate of approximately 70%.
Key infrastructure goals include completing procedures for two new industrial parks in 2026 and ensuring at least five industrial parks are operational by 2030, with an average occupancy rate of approximately 70%.
China imports $1.4 billion of Vietnamese seafood in first half of 2026 (16/07/2026)
Stronger demand from China – Vietnam's largest shrimp export destination – is creating fresh momentum for the industry's growth amid continuing uncertainty in the US market.
Stronger demand from China – Vietnam's largest shrimp export destination – is creating fresh momentum for the industry's growth amid continuing uncertainty in the US market.
Darwin Fusion 2026 strengthens Vietnam-Australia business ties (15/07/2026)
Darwin Fusion 2026, an international cooperation forum in Darwin, Australia, has created new opportunities to expand trade, investment and business cooperation between Vietnam and Australia while helping Vietnamese products gain greater access to the Northern Australian market.
Darwin Fusion 2026, an international cooperation forum in Darwin, Australia, has created new opportunities to expand trade, investment and business cooperation between Vietnam and Australia while helping Vietnamese products gain greater access to the Northern Australian market.
EFTA FTA opens new opportunities for Vietnam's seafood exports (15/07/2026)
The conclusion of negotiations on a free trade agreement (FTA) between Vietnam and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) opens new opportunities for Vietnam's seafood industry to access markets with strong purchasing power and stringent standards.
The conclusion of negotiations on a free trade agreement (FTA) between Vietnam and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) opens new opportunities for Vietnam's seafood industry to access markets with strong purchasing power and stringent standards.
China overtakes US as top market for Vietnamese seafood exports (15/07/2026)
China imported nearly US$1.4 billion worth of Vietnamese seafood in the first half of 2026, up about 40% from a year earlier, surpassing the US to become the top export market for Vietnamese seafood.
China imported nearly US$1.4 billion worth of Vietnamese seafood in the first half of 2026, up about 40% from a year earlier, surpassing the US to become the top export market for Vietnamese seafood.
Quantum technology development and opportunities for Vietnam (15/07/2026)
As quantum computing moves from research toward commercialization, Vietnam could carve out a competitive position by leveraging its software expertise, engineering talent, and early investment in associated technologies.
As quantum computing moves from research toward commercialization, Vietnam could carve out a competitive position by leveraging its software expertise, engineering talent, and early investment in associated technologies.
ASEAN fairs open new chapter for regional trade (15/07/2026)
Four ASEAN-related trade fairs have signed an MoU to build a more unified international profile for the region's furniture industry.
Four ASEAN-related trade fairs have signed an MoU to build a more unified international profile for the region's furniture industry.
Phu Tho sharpens strategy to attract next-generation investment (15/07/2026)
Phu Tho is reshaping its investment promotion strategy with a greater focus on targeted investor engagement, business support, and digital transformation, as competition for high-quality investment among localities intensifies.
Phu Tho is reshaping its investment promotion strategy with a greater focus on targeted investor engagement, business support, and digital transformation, as competition for high-quality investment among localities intensifies.
Fertilizer exports surge amid global supply disruptions (14/07/2026)
Cambodia remained the largest importer of Vietnamese fertilizer, with more than 330,000 tons valued at $146 million, followed by South Korea, the Philippines and Malaysia.
Cambodia remained the largest importer of Vietnamese fertilizer, with more than 330,000 tons valued at $146 million, followed by South Korea, the Philippines and Malaysia.
Investment plan unveiled for key expressway featuring seven mountain tunnels (14/07/2026)
The Bao Ha-Lai Chau Expressway project, with a preliminary investment of approximately $2.62 billion, is poised to become one of the largest proposed road infrastructure projects in Vietnam's northwestern region.
The Bao Ha-Lai Chau Expressway project, with a preliminary investment of approximately $2.62 billion, is poised to become one of the largest proposed road infrastructure projects in Vietnam's northwestern region.
Suntory PepsiCo opens $300mln beverage plant in Tay Ninh (14/07/2026)
The new plant is among the largest production facilities within the Suntory and PepsiCo network in Asia in terms of manufacturing capacity.
The new plant is among the largest production facilities within the Suntory and PepsiCo network in Asia in terms of manufacturing capacity.
Vietnam, South Korea partner to build modern financial ecosystem (14/07/2026)
Drawing from the development of financial centers in Seoul and Busan, South Korean experts suggested that each financial center should adopt a development model tailored to its local advantages.
Drawing from the development of financial centers in Seoul and Busan, South Korean experts suggested that each financial center should adopt a development model tailored to its local advantages.
Vietnam sees growth potential for seafood exports to EFTA markets (14/07/2026)
The outlook has improved following the joint declaration issued by Vietnam and EFTA on July 2, 2026, announcing the successful conclusion of negotiations for a bilateral free trade agreement.
The outlook has improved following the joint declaration issued by Vietnam and EFTA on July 2, 2026, announcing the successful conclusion of negotiations for a bilateral free trade agreement.
China overtakes US as top market for Vietnamese seafood exports (14/07/2026)
China imported nearly US$1.4 billion worth of Vietnamese seafood in the first half of 2026, up about 40% from a year earlier, surpassing the US to become the top export market for Vietnamese seafood.According to the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment, Vietnam's seafood exports totaled more than US$5.7 billion during the reviewed period, up 11.4% year-on-year. Exports to China reached nearly US$1.4 billion, compared with nearly US$898 million to the US. Including Hong Kong, exports to the market amounted to about US$1.5 billion, up nearly 38%, while Japan ranked third with nearly US$788 million. A representative of Nam Viet Corporation said the shift toward China has become more pronounced since the beginning of the year. With freight costs to more distant markets still high, China has become an increasingly attractive destination thanks to its proximity, lower logistics costs and faster capital turnover. According to Le Hang, Deputy Secretary General of the Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP), many exporters have shifted exports to China as the US and Europe have raised trade barriers. In addition to its geographic proximity, which helps reduce logistics costs and delivery times, the Chinese market has relatively less stringent import requirements. Fresh seafood can also be shipped through border crossings, making storage easier and reducing costs. Meanwhile, exports to the US continued to face pressure from tighter import requirements under the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA), including additional COA requirements for certain wild-caught seafood products. Shrimp was also subject to high anti-dumping duties. In addition, exporters ramped up shipments to the US ahead of new tariff measures, leading to higher inventories, while weaker consumer spending and a preference for lower-priced products kept exports to the market largely flat in the first half of the year. VASEP said export growth in the first half pointed to recovering market demand and exporters' ability to adjust their market strategies and product mix. However, importers have become increasingly cautious, placing shorter and smaller orders while demanding more competitive prices and stricter compliance with quality, certification and traceability standards. As a result, exporters have had to become more flexible in both production and market selection. Shrimp remained Vietnam's largest seafood export, generating about US$2.3 billion in the first half of the year, up 13.6% and accounting for more than 40% of total seafood export value. Growth was driven primarily by demand from mainland China and Hong Kong, with lobster seeing particularly strong demand in both markets. Pangasius exports hit approximately US$1.1 billion, up 12.1%, supported by competitive prices and steady demand for whitefish across multiple markets. The outlook for the second half of the year is still uncertain as exporters face the risk of additional US trade protection measures and other trade barriers, along with a renewed increase in refrigerated container freight rates. As trade policies change rapidly, exporters will need to closely monitor market developments, proactively adjust their export plans, diversify their markets and increase the share of value-added processed products to reduce risks and maintain growth.
China imported nearly US$1.4 billion worth of Vietnamese seafood in the first half of 2026, up about 40% from a year earlier, surpassing the US to become the top export market for Vietnamese seafood.According to the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment, Vietnam's seafood exports totaled more than US$5.7 billion during the reviewed period, up 11.4% year-on-year. Exports to China reached nearly US$1.4 billion, compared with nearly US$898 million to the US. Including Hong Kong, exports to the market amounted to about US$1.5 billion, up nearly 38%, while Japan ranked third with nearly US$788 million. A representative of Nam Viet Corporation said the shift toward China has become more pronounced since the beginning of the year. With freight costs to more distant markets still high, China has become an increasingly attractive destination thanks to its proximity, lower logistics costs and faster capital turnover. According to Le Hang, Deputy Secretary General of the Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP), many exporters have shifted exports to China as the US and Europe have raised trade barriers. In addition to its geographic proximity, which helps reduce logistics costs and delivery times, the Chinese market has relatively less stringent import requirements. Fresh seafood can also be shipped through border crossings, making storage easier and reducing costs. Meanwhile, exports to the US continued to face pressure from tighter import requirements under the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA), including additional COA requirements for certain wild-caught seafood products. Shrimp was also subject to high anti-dumping duties. In addition, exporters ramped up shipments to the US ahead of new tariff measures, leading to higher inventories, while weaker consumer spending and a preference for lower-priced products kept exports to the market largely flat in the first half of the year. VASEP said export growth in the first half pointed to recovering market demand and exporters' ability to adjust their market strategies and product mix. However, importers have become increasingly cautious, placing shorter and smaller orders while demanding more competitive prices and stricter compliance with quality, certification and traceability standards. As a result, exporters have had to become more flexible in both production and market selection. Shrimp remained Vietnam's largest seafood export, generating about US$2.3 billion in the first half of the year, up 13.6% and accounting for more than 40% of total seafood export value. Growth was driven primarily by demand from mainland China and Hong Kong, with lobster seeing particularly strong demand in both markets. Pangasius exports hit approximately US$1.1 billion, up 12.1%, supported by competitive prices and steady demand for whitefish across multiple markets. The outlook for the second half of the year is still uncertain as exporters face the risk of additional US trade protection measures and other trade barriers, along with a renewed increase in refrigerated container freight rates. As trade policies change rapidly, exporters will need to closely monitor market developments, proactively adjust their export plans, diversify their markets and increase the share of value-added processed products to reduce risks and maintain growth.
Vietnam, EFTA conclude free trade agreement negotiations (13/07/2026)
The move paving the way for stronger trade, investment and broader economic cooperation between the two sides.
The move paving the way for stronger trade, investment and broader economic cooperation between the two sides.
Vietnam’s business jet market records fastest growth in Asia-Pacific (13/07/2026)
The number of business jets operating in Vietnam in 2026 has surged by over 77% compared to 2025, making it the fastest-growing market in the Asia-Pacific region.
The number of business jets operating in Vietnam in 2026 has surged by over 77% compared to 2025, making it the fastest-growing market in the Asia-Pacific region.
— 20 Items per Page