Trade between Vietnam and New Zealand tripled over the last decade, from US$320 million in 2009 to over US$1 billion in 2018, and the figure is expected to hit US$1.7 billion this year, according to the Ministry of Industry and Trade.

With free trade agreements (FTAs) coming into force, countries around the world have also increased technical barriers to protect their domestic industries, exposing many Vietnamese businesses to the risk of losing markets if they lack preparations.

VOV.VN - Vietnam has enjoyed a trade surplus exceeding US$6 billion since the beginning of this year till mid-July despite the COVID-19 pandemic, according to statistics released by the General Department of Vietnam Customs.

VOV.VN - In the new phase of international economic integration, Vietnam has been advised to make full use of free trade agreements (FTAs) such as CPTPP, EVFTA and those between ASEAN and its partners, for national development.

VOV.VN - Vietnam stays ready to cooperate with Mexico within bilateral and multilateral frameworks to push back the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and recover the economy.

VOV.VN - With diplomatic relations between Vietnam and Canada first established in 1973 and relations upgraded to a comprehensive partnership in 2017, recent years has seen both sides strive to develop the relationship.

VOV.VN - The Vietnam - EU Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA) is expected to have a positive impact on employment and social welfare.