Vietnam, Australia target $20 bln in two-way trade turnover (12/08/2026)
During his meeting with Governor-General of Australia Sam Mostyn in Canberra on August 11, General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam and State President To Lam set a target to reach a bilateral trade turnover of $20 billion and to significantly increase two-way investment.

AI agents pave way for greener exports (12/08/2026)
AI agents are emerging as a driving force helping Vietnamese businesses optimise operations, reduce emissions, meet green standards, and strengthen their competitiveness in international markets.

Fruit and vegetable exports top $1 billion for first time in July (12/08/2026)
According to the Vietnam Fruit and Vegetable Association, fruit and vegetable exports reached approximately $1.06 billion in July, up 38 per cent on-year. This marked the first time monthly fruit and vegetable export turnover surpassed the $1 billion threshold.

Top Vietnamese leader holds talks with Australian PM (12/08/2026)
At their talks in Canberra on August 11, the two leaders set a target of $20 billion in two-way trade and called for stronger supply chain links, quality investment, and closer cooperation in the green and digital economies, new energy, and future industries.

Vietnam's seafood exports grow in first seven months (12/08/2026)
Vietnam’s seafood exports rose 11.5 per cent to nearly $6.86 billion in the first seven months of 2026, with headwinds ahead.

VIFC investment conference focuses on unlocking capital flows (12/08/2026)
Policies, legal frameworks, infrastructure, and global financial trends were among the key issues discussed at an investment promotion conference for Vietnam's International Financial Centre.

RoK’s GS25 designates Vietnamese farm as exclusive banana supplier (11/08/2026)
GS25, a leading convenience store chain in the Republic of Korea (RoK), has designated a Del Monte banana farm in Vietnam's southern province of Tay Ninh as its exclusive supplier to ensure quality control and stabilize its fresh food supply, the company announced on August 10.

Vietnam International Seafood Exhibition set to open in HCM City (11/08/2026)
Companies from 17 countries and territories will showcase seafood materials, technologies and solutions at the event.

Vietnam and Netherlands seek to strengthen manufacturing industry cooperation (11/08/2026)
Many Dutch businesses are expanding production in Vietnam and planning to develop their domestic supplier networks.

Japan's MISUMI invests $31 million to expand manufacturing capacity in Vietnam and beyond (11/08/2026)
MISUMI Group on August 6 announced an investment of approximately JPY4.6 billion ($31.3 million) to expand its manufacturing capacity in Vietnam and other countries.

VIFC investment conference focuses on unlocking capital flows (11/08/2026)
Policies, legal frameworks, infrastructure, and global financial trends were among the key issues discussed at an investment promotion conference for Vietnam's International Financial Centre.

Vietnamese consumers develop taste for Australian, New Zealand fruit (11/08/2026)
For years, fruit from Australia and New Zealand has been a familiar choice among Vietnamese consumers.

Around $11 bln proposed for capital region’s projected Ring Road 5 (10/08/2026)
The proposed Ring Road 5 will span approximately 349 km, passing through seven provinces and cities.

Vietnam’s carbon credit market needs clearer rules and stronger infrastructure (10/08/2026)
Vietnam’s carbon credit market is gaining momentum but businesses believe clearer rules and stronger market infrastructure are needed to unlock its full potential.

HCM City emerges as APAC data center investment hotspot (10/08/2026)
Ho Chi Minh City, with a total data centre supply of 68 megawatts (MW), is gradually strengthening its position on the regional data centre map.

Vietnam International Seafood Exhibition set to open in HCM City (10/08/2026)
Companies from 17 countries and territories will showcase seafood materials, technologies and solutions at the event.

Australian businesses looking at trade and investment with Vietnam (10/08/2026)
Mr. Sam Conroy, President of the Australian Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam (AusCham), tells Linh Ngoc that Australian businesses continue to look at trade and investment with Vietnam but also flag certain concerns.

Vietnam’s pharmaceutical market hits $7 bln mark (10/08/2026)
By 2025, 67 pharmaceutical companies exported drugs and raw materials totaling approximately $312 million, placing Vietnam fourth in Southeast Asia for pharmaceutical exports

Hanoi connects with French enterprises to boost trade, tourism (05/08/2026)
The 2026 Hanoi - France Trade and Tourism Promotion Conference was held in Paris on August 4, gathering around 60 delegates including Hanoi officials, representatives from the Vietnamese Embassy and Trade Office in France, trade promotion bodies, industry associations, and numerous French businesses.

Vietnam's seafood exports top $6.7bln in 7M (05/08/2026)
The result reinforcing expectations that the industry will exceed its $12 billion export target this year.