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.

In the years ahead, Vietnam's industry and trade sector will focus on turning challenges from green and digital trends into opportunities for breakthroughs, contributing to Vietnam’s development in the new era, stated Acting Minister of Industry and Trade Le Manh Hung at a discussion during the 14th Party Congress.

Vietnam's industry and trade sector has obtained encouraging results in 2022, contributing to the national socio-economic development. The following is a list of the 10 most outstanding events of the year as selected by the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT).