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3rd EU–Vietnam PCA Sub-Committee on Sustainable Development

The third EU – Vietnam Sub-committee on Sustainable Development within the framework of the Viet Nam – EU Joint Committee, established under the Comprehensive Partnership and Cooperation Framework Agreement between Viet Nam and the European Union (PCA), took place yesterday in Hanoi.

Large room for Vietnam, New Zealand to boost trade, investment ties

There is great potential for Vietnam and New Zealand to further strengthen cooperation in terms of trade, industry and investment, said Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Phan Thi Thang at the 8th meeting of the Vietnam-New Zealand Joint Trade and Economic Commission (JTEC) held in Hanoi on May

Image: A new retail format is introduced in the South by AEON Vietnam

A new retail format is introduced in the South by AEON Vietnam

As much as 5,000 square meters worth of small and medium-sized supermarkets will be opened by AEON Vietnam in partner retail malls. Along with opening a new retail model in the southern provinces, the company will strengthen the development of private-label products made in Vietnam and promote

Image: Former Deputy General Director of Vietnam Airlines became CEO of Bamboo Airways

Former Deputy General Director of Vietnam Airlines became CEO of Bamboo Airways

Bamboo Airways' Board of Directors has just appointed Mr. Nguyen Minh Hai as CEO to replace Mr. Nguyen Manh Quan from May 24.

Seafood exports to China are still demanding

Along with China's reopening, seafood exports to China are expected to make a breakthrough. However, there are still barriers that exporters must overcome.

Door wide open for Vietnamese lychee to enter overseas markets

Vietnam is putting the finishing touches to the export of its lychee, one of the country’s key fruits for export, to overseas markets, hoping to make a huge profit this year.

China approves additional 47 Vietnamese durian growing area codes

The General Administration of Customs of China (GACC) has granted an additional 47 growing area codes to Vietnamese durian, bringing the total number of planting area codes up to 293.

Global minimum tax requires Vietnam to adopt new incentives

The global minimum corporate tax could impact Vietnam's competitive advantages in attracting foreign investment. Dr. Oliver Massmann, Partner - General Director of Duane Morris Vietnam LLC, shared his views with The Hanoi Times on how Vietnam should respond to ensure its competitiveness.

China slams Japan over export curbs on chipmaking technology

China lashed out at Japan over Tokyo’s new export restrictions on some chipmaking technology and said it would take action to defend its interests, just days after it banned some domestic firms from using semiconductors from U.S.-based Micron Technology.

Việt Nam will continue to be prime destination for FDI: VinaCapital

The global corporate minimum tax is unlikely to impede Viet Nam’s FDI inflows given the fact that tax incentives are not the primary attraction for setting up a factory in Viet Nam, Michael Kokalari, chief economist at investment fund VinaCapital, said.

Global minimum tax: An opportunity for Vietnam to reform its investment environment

It is expected that from 2024, some countries will apply the global minimum tax rate, including Vietnam. According to Nguyen Van Toan, Vice Chairman of the Association of Foreign Investment Enterprises (VAFIE), without reasonable and timely reforms on investment incentive policies to adapt to the

FTA to offer big opportunities for Vietnamese exports to Israel: Insiders

The conclusion of negotiations towards the signing of the Vietnam - Israel Free Trade Agreement (VIFTA) has opened up new and potential opportunities for Vietnam's exports, and now is time for businesses to understand Israeli people’s needs and tastes to promptly enter this new market, according to

Vietnam, Canada to increase bilateral trade turnover to $10B

Vietnam and Canada have agreed to bolster trade and investment cooperation to bring the two countries' bilateral trade turnover to $10 billion.

Free trade agreements are key to economic prosperity in today’s world

Free trade is the cornerstone of a competitive economy as it contributes to the prosperity of any nation and creates socioeconomic benefits. It also drives job creation and fosters a more efficient and competitive industry.

Empowering Digital Trade for High-Quality Development and Global Connectivity

"Digital trade is one of the most important aspects of future globalization," said Su Qingyi, Deputy Director of the Department of International Trade at the Institute of World Economics and Politics, Chinese Academy of Social Sciences.

Farmers look to capitalise on increased agricultural product exports to China

The quantity of Vietnamese agricultural goods exported to China via border gates in the northern mountainous province of Lao Cai has witnessed a significant upswing this year, surpassing figures from previous years.