Vietnam seeks to strengthen investment ties with Australian businesses

Vietnam seeks to strengthen investment ties with Australian businesses

VOV.VN - Vietnamese Ambassador to Australia Pham Hung Tam met with Simon White, President of the Australia–Vietnam Business Council in Queensland, in Canberra on April 23 to discuss ways to enhance economic cooperation and connect Australian enterprises with investment opportunities in Vietnam.

Vietnam, Cambodia seek stronger economic, investment cooperation
Vietnam, Cambodia seek stronger economic, investment cooperation

The Vietnamese Embassy in Cambodia, in coordination with the Vietnam – Cambodia Business Association (VCBA), held a business dialogue on April 22, aimed at updating participants about bilateral cooperation, sharing business experiences, and fostering investment and trade ties between the two neighbouring countries.

Vietnam, Cambodia seek stronger economic, investment cooperation
Vietnamese green-skin pomelo hits the shelves in Australia
Vietnamese green-skin pomelo hits the shelves in Australia

VOV.VN - The first shipment of Vietnam’s fresh green-skin pomelo went on sale in Sydney, Australia, on April 23, following customs clearance by local authorities a day earlier.

Vietnamese green-skin pomelo hits the shelves in Australia
Canada launches review of anti-dumping measures on Vietnam's concrete reinforcing bar
Canada launches review of anti-dumping measures on Vietnam's concrete reinforcing bar

The Trade Remedies Authority of Vietnam under the Ministry of Industry and Trade has received notification from the Vietnam Trade Office in Canada regarding the initiation of an expiry review by the Canadian International Trade Tribunal (CITT) of existing anti-dumping rulings on concrete reinforcing bar.

Canada launches review of anti-dumping measures on Vietnam's concrete reinforcing bar
Vietnam Night connects businesses at Hannover Messe 2026 in Germany
Vietnam Night connects businesses at Hannover Messe 2026 in Germany

In the context of global supply chain shifts and the trend of de-risking, industrial and technological cooperation between Vietnam and Germany is becoming one of the top priorities in bilateral economic relations.

Vietnam Night connects businesses at Hannover Messe 2026 in Germany
Vietjet leads Southeast Asia in emissions efficiency
Vietjet leads Southeast Asia in emissions efficiency

Vietjet has been ranked the lowest-emission airline on intra-Southeast Asian routes, according to the Flight Emissions Review 2025 released by global aviation data and analytics firm Cirium.

Vietjet leads Southeast Asia in emissions efficiency
Vietnam Airlines ramps up Hanoi – Moscow flights from July
Vietnam Airlines ramps up Hanoi – Moscow flights from July

National flag carrier Vietnam Airlines is set to boost services on the Hanoi – Moscow route from July 1, increasing weekly flights from three to four in response to surging travel demand between Vietnam and Russia.

Vietnam Airlines ramps up Hanoi – Moscow flights from July
Vietnam and India step up cooperation in textiles and footwear
Vietnam and India step up cooperation in textiles and footwear

VOV.VN - The Vietnam Trade Office in India hosted an online seminar on April 22 aimed at strengthening connectivity and promoting cooperation and innovation in the textile and footwear industries between the two countries.

Vietnam and India step up cooperation in textiles and footwear
Fruit and vegetable exports top US$2 billion, up 22% in four months
Fruit and vegetable exports top US$2 billion, up 22% in four months

VOV.VN - Fruit and vegetable exports exceeded US$2 billion during the four-month period, up 22% year on year, continuing to be a bright spot in Vietnam’s agro-forestry-fishery exports, according to the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment.

Fruit and vegetable exports top US$2 billion, up 22% in four months
Global Sourcing Fair showcases Vietnam’s growing supply chain role
Global Sourcing Fair showcases Vietnam’s growing supply chain role

The Global Sourcing Fair Vietnam 2026 opened at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Centre (SECC) in Ho Chi Minh City on April 22, bringing together more than 500 suppliers across 700 booths.

Global Sourcing Fair showcases Vietnam’s growing supply chain role
Vietnamese Business Awards in Canada promote connection and integration
Vietnamese Business Awards in Canada promote connection and integration

VOV.VN - The Vietnam- Canada Business Association (VCBA) recently held the “Vietnamese Business Awards in Canada 2026,” marking the first time an award dedicated to honouring outstanding Vietnamese entrepreneurs and enterprises in Canada has been organised.

Vietnamese Business Awards in Canada promote connection and integration
Vietnam ranks 18th among world’s top exporters in 2025: WTO
Vietnam ranks 18th among world’s top exporters in 2025: WTO

VOV.VN - Vietnam ranked 18th among the world’s 30 largest exporting economies in 2025, with export turnover estimated at US$473 billion, according to the latest data from the World Trade Organisation (WTO).

Vietnam ranks 18th among world’s top exporters in 2025: WTO
Technology bolsters growth confidence among Vietnam’s small businesses
Technology bolsters growth confidence among Vietnam’s small businesses

Vietnam’s small businesses saw a strong performance in 2025, with 84% reporting growth - a slight increase from the previous year, according to an Asia-Pacific small business survey released on April 21 in Ho Chi Minh City by CPA Australia, one of the world’s largest professional accounting organisations.

Technology bolsters growth confidence among Vietnam’s small businesses
Vietnam, RoK step up cooperation in transport infrastructure
Vietnam, RoK step up cooperation in transport infrastructure

Vietnamese Minister of Construction Tran Hong Minh and the Republic of Korea (RoK)’s Minister of Land, Infrastructure and Transport Kim Yun-duk held talks on April 21 in Hanoi, aiming to expand cooperation in transport infrastructure and urban development.

Vietnam, RoK step up cooperation in transport infrastructure
Vietnam’s property market buoyed by domestic strength, infrastructure push
Vietnam’s property market buoyed by domestic strength, infrastructure push

Vietnam’s real estate market is showing encouraging signs in 2026, as the Asia–Pacific region gradually recovers following a year marked by volatility and supply chain restructuring.

Vietnam’s property market buoyed by domestic strength, infrastructure push
EVFTA opens door for Vietnam’s textiles in Hungary amid tighter standards
EVFTA opens door for Vietnam’s textiles in Hungary amid tighter standards

VOV.VN - The EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA) opens tariff preferences but also sets high requirements on origin and standards, requiring Vietnamese textile and garment enterprises to adjust in order to expand their market share in Hungary.

EVFTA opens door for Vietnam’s textiles in Hungary amid tighter standards
Halal market: A breakthrough opportunity for Vietnam’s agricultural exports
Halal market: A breakthrough opportunity for Vietnam’s agricultural exports

VOV.VN - The global Halal economy is currently valued at around US$5 trillion and is projected to double by 2028, offering significant growth potential for Vietnamese agricultural and food exporters.

Halal market: A breakthrough opportunity for Vietnam’s agricultural exports
Achieving double-digit growth challenging but essential: Minister
Achieving double-digit growth challenging but essential: Minister

Achieving double-digit growth is highly challenging but essential for meeting Vietnam’s long-term development goals, stated Finance Minister Ngo Van Tuan on April 21 at the ongoing first session of the 16th National Assembly (NA).

Achieving double-digit growth challenging but essential: Minister
Vietravel Airlines moves to add nine aircraft
Vietravel Airlines moves to add nine aircraft

Vietravel Airlines has taken delivery of an Airbus A321, registered VN-A138, as part of its ongoing effort to strengthen operational capacity and prepare for a new phase of development.

Vietravel Airlines moves to add nine aircraft
Vietnam, UNIDO deepen cooperation toward green industry transition
Vietnam, UNIDO deepen cooperation toward green industry transition

The Ministry of Industry and Trade of Vietnam and the United Nations Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO) have agreed to expand cooperation for the 2025–2030 period, with a focus on green transformation and enhancement of global competitiveness.

Vietnam, UNIDO deepen cooperation toward green industry transition
Seminar highlights Brazil export prospects for Vietnamese businesses
Seminar highlights Brazil export prospects for Vietnamese businesses

VOV.VN - The Ho Chi Minh City Investment and Trade Promotion Centre (ITPC) in coordination with the Vietnam Trade Office in Brazil, held a seminar on Brazil’s export potential on April 21 to help local businesses gain market insights, connect with partners, and expand into this potential market.

Seminar highlights Brazil export prospects for Vietnamese businesses
Mining & Construction Vietnam 2026 connects technology, expands cooperation
Mining & Construction Vietnam 2026 connects technology, expands cooperation

VOV.VN - Vietnam’s International Mining, Minerals Recovery & Construction Exhibition (Mining & Construction Vietnam 2026) opened at the Vietnam Exposition Centre on April 21, offering businesses opportunities to access new technologies and expand cooperation.

Mining & Construction Vietnam 2026 connects technology, expands cooperation
Vietnam, UNIDO ink cooperation programme to advance industrial development
Vietnam, UNIDO ink cooperation programme to advance industrial development

Vietnam and the United Nations Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO) on April 20 signed a new country cooperation programme to promote inclusive and sustainable industrial development in Vietnam, marking a major step forward in their long-standing partnership.

Vietnam, UNIDO ink cooperation programme to advance industrial development
Billion-dollar durian exports face challenge of balancing markets
Billion-dollar durian exports face challenge of balancing markets

VOV.VN - More than 90% of Vietnam’s durian exports are concentrated in China. As the market continues to tighten technical requirements, exporters face two parallel challenges, including maintaining billion-dollar export turnover and gradually reducing structural dependence.

Billion-dollar durian exports face challenge of balancing markets
Vietnam plans first offshore airport on water
Vietnam plans first offshore airport on water

Vietnam is looking to build a large-scale airport on water, a first-of-its-kind model in the country, as it moves to expand aviation infrastructure amid tightening land constraints and rising development pressures.

Vietnam plans first offshore airport on water
Vietnam calls for decisive action to advance strategic technology development
Vietnam calls for decisive action to advance strategic technology development

Deputy Prime Minister Ho Quoc Dung on April 20 called for urgent and decisive action to finalise Vietnam’s list of strategic technologies and products, saying innovation must become a key driver of future economic growth.

Vietnam calls for decisive action to advance strategic technology development
Vietnam in the race to attract high-tech FDI
Vietnam in the race to attract high-tech FDI

VOV.VN - Vietnam is emerging as a key contender in the race for high-tech FDI as global capital shifts toward technology-driven sectors, but it faces mounting pressure to move beyond low-cost advantages and strengthen its capacity for innovation and value creation.

Vietnam in the race to attract high-tech FDI
Vietnam to host first international fisheries science & technology expo
Vietnam to host first international fisheries science & technology expo

VOV.VN - The country will host its first international fisheries science and technology exhibition, marking a new step in linking research with practical application in the sector.

Vietnam to host first international fisheries science & technology expo
De Heus–Hung Nhon alliance eyes high-tech agricultural chain in Can Tho
De Heus–Hung Nhon alliance eyes high-tech agricultural chain in Can Tho

Authorities in Can Tho city on April 20 met with Hung Nhon Group and the Netherlands’ De Heus to push forward plans to upgrade production infrastructure and invest in a high-tech agricultural value chain for 2026–2030.

De Heus–Hung Nhon alliance eyes high-tech agricultural chain in Can Tho
Finance Ministry projects US$38.2 billion in ODA for 2026-2030
Finance Ministry projects US$38.2 billion in ODA for 2026-2030

VOV.VN - Vietnam’s Ministry of Finance projects total official development assistance (ODA) and concessional foreign loans of about US$38.2 billion for 2026-2030, with mobilisation and allocation to follow a scale and structure suited to national development needs.

Finance Ministry projects US$38.2 billion in ODA for 2026-2030
Textile and garment exports lose momentum as growth remains modest
Textile and garment exports lose momentum as growth remains modest

VOV.VN - Vietnam’s textile and garment exports posted only marginal growth in early 2026, indicating a slower recovery in global demand despite maintaining an overall upward trend.

Textile and garment exports lose momentum as growth remains modest
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