The Ministry of Industry and Trade has launched the first review of anti-dumping duties imposed on certain pre-stressed steel strand products imported from Malaysia, Thailand and China.

The Politburo’s Resolution No. 79-NQ/TW on the development of State economic sector encourages State-owned enterprises (SOEs) to invest and forge linkages with other businesses along value chains, including those from the foreign direct investment (FDI) sector, a move seen as a solution to promote growth in Vietnam.

The Business Association of Vietnamese in Korea (BAVIK) has hosted a networking event to connect members and expand its activities, bringing together representatives of ministries and BAVIK members, as well as banks, associations, businesses, and entrepreneurs of the Republic of Korea (RoK).

After 40 years of renewal, vivid practical evidence has enabled the Party to affirm the private sector as one of the most important driving forces of the national economy and a pioneering force in the development of science, technology and innovation.

VOV.VN - Vietnam’s fruit and vegetable exports have made a strong start to the year 2026, achieving over US$598 million from early January to date, up 59.8% year on year, according to the Vietnam Fruit and Vegetable Association (VinaFruit).

Amid a global economic slowdown, Vietnam’s target of achieving average annual GDP growth of around 10% during the 2026–2030 period poses no small challenge.

VOV.VN - Vietnam’s trade activities have opened 2026 on a relatively positive note, with total import-export turnover exceeding US$39 billion in the first half of January, pointing to early momentum despite ongoing challenges in a changing global context.

The Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT) has proposed selecting May 6 each year as Vietnam Logistics Day.

Vietnam’s pavilion has captured great attention at the 2026 FITUR International Tourism Fair in Madrid, with cultural and culinary showcases, trade promotion activities, and initiatives to strengthen tourism cooperation with European partners.

The central coastal city of Da Nang is entering a promising new phase of development as modern infrastructure investment converge with the establishment of an International Financial Centre (IFC).

VOV.VN - Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has asked the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) to urgently finalise a study and assessment of a proposal to establish a national gold exchange, and submit it to the Government’s Standing Committee in January.

Vu Ba Phu, Director of the Vietnam Trade Promotion Agency (VIETRADE), and CEO of RMIT University Vietnam Scott Thompson-Whiteside, on January 23 inked a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on collaboration in supporting Vietnamese businesses to enhance competitiveness and develop national brands at home and abroad.

The Vietnam Trade Office in India on January 23 held an online workshop to explore opportunities for Vietnam – India cooperation in the food and beverage sector ahead of the 2026 International Food and Hospitality Fair (AAHAR), one of India’s largest events in the food, beverage, food processing.

On the sidelines of the 56th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, a Ho Chi Minh City delegation rolled out a series of high-level activities to deepen dialogue, broaden partnerships and advance international cooperation in innovation, science – technology, and digital transformation.

As competition among global financial hubs intensifies, Ho Chi Minh City is moving to carve out a distinct position with a “latecomer but different” strategy, placing institutional reform and innovation at the heart of its competitiveness.

VOV.VN - A United Kingdom trade delegation visited Vietnam from January 19 to 23 under the Green Cities, Infrastructure and Energy Programme (GCIEP), bringing together leading British companies in railways, transit-oriented development (TOD) and building information modelling (BIM).

VOV.VN - Russia’s petrochemical group SIBUR is expanding its presence in Vietnam as construction of the Amur Gas Chemical Complex (Amur GCC), one of the world’s largest polymer production facilities, nears completion and prepares to bring products to market from 2026.

Fitch Ratings has upgraded Vietnam’s senior secured long-term debt instruments from BB+ to BBB-, according to the Ministry of Finance.

VOV.VN - Vietnam has built a record 500,000 tonnes of national food reserves in 2025, more than doubling previous stockpiling levels, as the country strengthens food security, market stabilisation and emergency response capacity, an official said on January 23.

VOV.VN - Expanding low-emission rice production could help Vietnam meet its climate commitments while strengthening the global competitiveness and branding of its rice exports, industry experts said at a workshop in Hanoi on January 23.

VOV.VN - Airfare shortages and elevated fares continue to grip Vietnam’s aviation market during the coming Lunar New Year peak, as surging travel demand outpaces capacity despite airlines’ decision to add more flights.

VOV.VN - Vietnam is aiming for total agro-forestry-fishery export turnover of US$73-74 billion in 2026, the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment said at a press briefing in Ho Chi Minh City on January 23, reviewing performance in 2025 and outlining key tasks for the year ahead.

Total overseas remittances sent to Ho Chi Minh City, the country’s largest recipient, last year exceeded US$10.34 billion, up 8.3% year on year.

VOV.VN - Vietnam’s tuna exports recorded notable shifts in 2025, with export turnover hitting US$924 million, down from the previous year, as trends diverged across markets and product segments.

The industry and trade sector emerged as a central driver of national growth during the 2021–2025 period, delivering robust gains that underscore its pivotal role in the economy, said Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Phan Thi Thang on the occasion of the 14th National Party Congress.

Thailand Week 2026 officially opened at the Hanoi International Centre for Exhibition on January 22, offering a vibrant showcase of Thai goods and services aimed at strengthening trade links with Vietnam.

VOV.VN - Indonesia hosted the “Marketing & Halal Summit 2026” aiming to identify new directions for halal-compliant products while supporting the strengthening of the national halal ecosystem, identifying future trends and building effective halal brands for businesses in the sector.

Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Truong Thanh Hoai held a meeting with Daouda Bitie, Ambassador of Burkina Faso to China and Vietnam, in Hanoi on January 21, to discuss ways for further strengthening bilateral trade and economic cooperation.

Amid a fragmented global economy and increased uncertainty, Vietnam continued to stand out as a stable and sustainable destination for international investment flows last year, reflecting investors’ strong confidence in the country’s medium- and long-term growth prospects.

VOV.VN - Thai conglomerate Berli Jucker Pcl (BJC) plans to spend about THB22.5 billion (more than US$700 million) on a deal to acquire full ownership of MM Mega Market Vietnam, strengthening its presence in one of Southeast Asia’s fastest-growing consumer markets.