The Viet Nam Economic News respectfully presents the full text of the Joint Statement on the Establishment of a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between Viet Nam and Denmark.

On October 20, at the second session of the 16th National Assembly, Minister of Industry and Trade Le Manh Hung presented the Government's submission on the draft Law amending and supplementing a number of articles of the Electricity Law.

Trade between Viet Nam and Singapore rose 46.8% to SGD 42.8 billion in the first nine months of 2026, surpassing the full-year figure for 2025.

On October 20, Minister Le Manh Hung presented proposed amendments to four laws on commerce, competition, foreign trade management and consumer rights.

Digital skills, AI adoption and online exports are expected to help young entrepreneurs transform their businesses and expand into international markets.

General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and State President To Lam, his spouse and a high-ranking Vietnamese delegation attended a state banquet hosted by King Frederik X and Queen Mary in Copenhagen on the evening of October 19 (local time).

Viet Nam and Iceland discussed accelerating the Viet Nam - EFTA Free Trade Agreement deal and expanding cooperation in geothermal energy, fisheries and clean energy.

Minister Le Manh Hung and Swiss President Guy Parmelin discussed steps to bring the Viet Nam-EFTA FTA into force in early 2027 and deepen trade and investment ties.

The value of the Viet Nam-EFTA FTA must be demonstrated through cooperation opportunities translated into tangible business results, the Minister of Industry and Trade said.

Norwegian Ambassador Stein Iversen said Viet Nam's economy could be twice the size of Norway's in 12 - 13 years if its current growth momentum continues.

National Assembly (NA) President Tran Thanh Man identified existing shortcomings in the economy while proposing key priorities and measures for 2027.

Viet Nam and representatives of the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) member states signed a free trade agreement in Hanoi on October 18.

The two sides pledged to promote ties between innovation hubs, research institutes, universities, and enterprises, while stepping up collaboration in AI, quantum technology, green energy, the digital economy, higher education, and vocational training.

Deputy Minister Phan Thi Thang holds talks with Azerbaijan’s Minister of Energy to advance the bilateral trade and investment and expand cooperation in oil, gas, and LNG.

Viet Nam attaches great importance to its Comprehensive Partnership with Switzerland and wishes to continue working alongside the country to promote shared development and contribute to peace, stability and development in the region.

Norwegian representatives expect tariff preferences under the Viet Nam – EFTA Free Trade Agreement (FTA) to help lower the price of Norwegian salmon, making the product more accessible to Vietnamese consumers.

Deputy Minister Nguyen Viet Son meets Finland’s trade minister to advance cooperation in technology, clean energy and the circular economy.

The Ministry of Industry and Trade honored 499 products and services from 227 businesses at the 10th Viet Nam National Brand announcement ceremony for 2026.

Traveloka names Phu Quoc Vietnam’s “beach-and-island star,” as rising regional demand, diverse tourism experiences and APEC 2027 infrastructure boost its appeal.

On October 13, the Agency of Foreign Trade under the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT) held a conference in Dong Thap province to disseminate Government Decree No.365/2026/ND-CP dated September 23, 2026, on rice export and import business, and Circular No.65/2026/TT-BCT dated October 1, 2026, issued by the Minister of Industry and Trade, detailing certain provisions and measures for implementing Decree No.365/2026/ND-CP.

IEAE Hanoi 2026 will gather over 300 exhibitors, showcasing electronics, smart appliances and connecting businesses with sourcing and trade opportunities in Viet Nam.

On October 13, Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Luong Hoang Thai held a working session with MEDEF International, a French business organization, and representatives of French corporations operating in various sectors, including energy, industry, transport, construction and infrastructure development, food and beverages, and services, at the Ministry of Industry and Trade's headquarters.

On October 14, Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Luong Hoang Thai received and held a working session with a delegation from Hamburg, Germany, led by the city's First Mayor Peter Tschentscher at the Ministry of Industry and Trade's headquarters.

The Copyright Office is working closely with relevant agencies to develop plans for inspections and enforcement action against copyright and related rights infringements in the digital environment.

Viet Nam’s cultural industries are poised for growth as development targets become clearer, the digital content market expands and technology creates new ways.

Developing a law on cultural industries means establishing a unified legal framework that connects culture with investment, science, technology, innovation.

On October 12, in Tbilisi, Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Phan Thi Thang held talks with Irakli Nadareishvili, Deputy Minister of Economy and Sustainable Development of Georgia, and attended and addressed the Viet Nam-Georgia Business Forum as part of Vice President Vo Thi Anh Xuan's official visit to Georgia.

On October 12 , the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism launched the Viet Nam Cultural Industries Development Network and announced a list of 16 key challenges for 2026.

On October 13, the Interagency Working Group on Foreign Affairs and International Integration in the Fields of Economy, Science and Technology held its inaugural meeting at the headquarters of the Office of the Government. The meeting was chaired by Pham Gia Tuc, Politburo member, Standing Deputy Prime Minister and Head of the Interagency Working Group.

The proposed Law on Cultural Industries Development is expected to establish a legal framework that encourages creative stakeholders to participate in the systematic development of cultural industries.