Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Chi Dung has called for enhanced cooperation with Chinese partners to develop a clearer legal framework, particularly focusing on strategies and standards for the development of Vietnam’s smart urban areas.

Vietnam’s aquatic exports are on pace to reach US$10 billion in 2025, but rising trade and technical barriers, particularly in the US, are prompting exporters to pivot toward diversification and value-added processing to maintain momentum.

VOV.VN - Vietnam continues to assert its position on the global food industry map as it is selected for the second time as a partner country at World Food India 2025 (WFI 2025), taking place in New Delhi from September 25–28.

Vietnam, amid global uncertainty, is determined to boost growth through institutional reform and major investment in infrastructure. These are considered the two core pillars to achieving over 8% growth by 2025 and sustainable development beyond.

VOV.VN - Vietnam has asked the US to reconsider its decision to deny comparability findings for 12 fishing methods under the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA), aiming to prevent disruption to bilateral trade and protect the livelihoods of hundreds of thousands of fishers, spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Pham Thu Hang has stated.

VOV.VN - Deputy Prime Minister Ho Duc Phoc and Chairman of Toyota Asia Tian Guohao have discussed ways to expand Toyota’s green vehicle investment in Vietnam, affirming a shared vision for sustainable growth and innovation.

Officials in the northern province of Ninh Binh have taken prompt measures to resolve difficulties faced by Japanese businesses operating in the locality.

The People’s Committee of Can Tho city on September 24 hosted a working session with a delegation of enterprises from the Republic of Korea (RoK) who came to seek cooperation and investment opportunities in the Mekong Delta hub.

Vice Chairman of the Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee Nguyen Manh Cuong has expressed optimism about thriving Ho Chi Minh City – UK cooperation, especially in trade, investment, infrastructure and sustainable growth.

President Luong Cuong received Taewon Chey, Chairman of SK Inc. and Chairman of the Korea Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI), in New York on September 24, as part of his working trip to the United States for the High-level General Debate of the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA 80).

Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Hoa Binh have met with top UAE officials, including ADGM Chairman Ahmed Jasim Al Zaabi, to discuss strengthening bilateral investment ties and developing Vietnam’s international financial centre (IFC).

Sun PhuQuoc Airways will begin ticket sales on October 15 and is scheduled to launch its first commercial flight on November 1.

Consumers in Vietnam will have a chance to buy pork imported from leading producers from UK in the near future.

VOV.VN - The Ministry of Construction of Vietnam and the Ministry of Commerce of China have recently signed a document to implement a technical assistance project for preparing a feasibility study report of the Lao Cai – Hanoi – Hai Phong standard-gauge railway line.

VOV.VN - The Ho Chi Minh City Business Summit 2025 opened on September 24, drawing more than 10,000 participants, including 5,000 entrepreneurs, CEOs, and investors, along with representatives from 50 domestic and international investment funds.

VOV.VN - The 2025 Vietnam International Lift Expo opened in Ho Chi Minh City on September 24, attracting nearly 100 local and international companies from around the globe.

VOV.VN - Hanoi will pilot a booth on Shopee e-commerce platform to promote OCOP (One Commune One Product) items and the city’s key products, part of a broader push to strengthen its digital economy.

Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Chi Dung, together with a delegation, inspected and held a working session with key officials of An Giang on the implementation of key infrastructure projects serving the 2027 Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Economic Leaders’ Week in the Phu Quoc special zone, on September 23.

Customers of Vietnam Airlines and Singapore Airlines (SIA) will enjoy more options on flights between the two countries after the carriers signed a new codeshare agreement which takes effect on October 26.

Vietnam’s textile industry has found itself in a tight stitch as the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) implements safeguard measures on Vietnamese textiles and garments, effective for six months.

Deputy Prime Minister Ho Duc Phoc hosted a reception for Kim Sung-tae, Chairman and CEO of the Industrial Bank of Korea (IBK) in Hanoi on September 23.

VOV.VN - At a meeting with President Luong Cuong in New York, USA, on September 23, representatives of leading American corporations expressed confidence in Vietnam’s development prospects, and reaffirmed their long-term commitment to strengthening cooperation and increasing investment, pledging to accompany Vietnam in its new stage of development.

Deputy Minister of Finance Le Tan Can had a working session with Chief Executive of UK Export Finance (UKEF) Tim Reid in Hanoi on September 22, discussing collaboration in finance – export credits, a pillar of trade and investment ties between the two countries.

The Senior Officials’ Meeting (SOM) in preparation for the 19th Vietnam–Singapore Connectivity Ministerial Meeting (CMM) was held on September 22 in Hanoi in a hybrid format, with the participation of delegates from both countries.

Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha has called on ministries, agencies, and contractors to accelerate the implementation of Phase 1 of the Long Thanh International Airport project, stressing the need to complete preparations for calibration and technical test flights slated for December 19, 2025.

VOV.VN - Vietnamese automaker VinFast has scored a major triumph with six prizes at the 2025 Asia-Pacific Effie Awards (APAC Effie Awards), becoming the only carmaker honored at this prestigious regional competition.

Domestic electronic transfers worth VND500 million (over US$18,900) or more, and international electronic transfers of US$1,000 (or the equivalent in foreign currency) or above, will have to be reported to the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV).

VOV.VN - As the Republic of Korean (RoK) stock market shows signs of stagnation, Korean investors are increasingly turning their attention to Vietnam, signaling rising confidence in the country's economic potential.

VOV.VN - Vietnamese travelers visiting six Asian countries – China, Singapore, Japan, the Republic of Korea, Malaysia, and Indonesia – can now make payments easily with the Zalopay app, without the need to exchange foreign currency or open an international credit card.

Permanent Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Hoa Binh on September 22 highlighted the need to establish a transparent legal framework with outstanding preferential policies that are predictable and in line with international practices for investors engaging in developing Vietnam’s international financial centre.