Viet Nam wants deeper ties with Japan and continued cooperation between the two Parties and countries, General Secretary of the Communist Party of Viet Nam (CPV) Central Committee and State President To Lam said.

Vietnam and Japan should focus on four cooperation priorities, including strengthening political trust through regular exchanges and meetings across Party, State and parliamentary channels; promoting economic cooperation and connectivity while ensuring economic security; expanding collaboration in innovation, space technology and high-tech agriculture; and enhancing the effectiveness of cooperation between localities of the two countries.

During his tenure as head of the Vietnamese Government, former PM Pham Minh Chinh made dedicated contributions to elevating Japan – Viet Nam relations to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership for Peace and Prosperity in Asia and the World in 2023.

Following the National Energy Security Forum 2026, the MOIT has identified five key tasks, focusing on substantive action with clear responsibilities and timelines.

At the National Energy Security Forum 2026 in Ha Noi, the MOIT released the Viet Nam Energy Security Report 2026 and began building an energy security news site.

Developing offshore wind requires a fuller legal framework, fewer infrastructure bottlenecks and synchronized power generation and grids to ensure energy security.

On November 10, the 12th Conference of the Industry and Trade Sector of Provinces and Cities in the Central Region and the Central Highlands 2026 took place in Quang Ngai province.

The MOIT has released the Viet Nam National Energy Security Report 2026, which finds the country among only 13 of 177 nations to have maintained energy stability.

On the morning of November 9, 2026, in Tokyo, as part of the official visit to Japan by To Lam, Party General Secretary and State President, Minister of Industry and Trade Le Manh Hung and Japan's Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Akazawa Ryosei co-chaired the 8th meeting of the Viet Nam - Japan Joint Committee on Cooperation in Industry, Trade and Energy.

Electronics and phone exports from Viet Nam reached USD 207.02 billion in the first 10 months of 2026, up strongly year over year.

On the occasion of Viet Nam Law Day, November 9, 2026, Minister of Industry and Trade Le Manh Hung sent a congratulatory message to all officials and civil servants working in institutional and legal development across the industry and trade sector.

The 2026 Viet Nam - Cambodia Trade Connectivity Conference will help businesses expand markets, forge partnerships, and boost cross-border trade.

A stable, clean power supply and stronger investment are essential to advancing AI and semiconductor development in Viet Nam.

The visit is expected to turn agreements and commitments reached by high-ranking leaders into practical cooperation schemes and projects across various fields, and make a positive contribution to each country’s development goals as well as global and regional peace, cooperation and development.

Vietnamese businesses connected with numerous partners, signed memorandums of understanding, and explored new export opportunities in China.

Newspaper of Industry and Trade introduces a podcast series on the implementation of Politburo Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW in the Ministry of Industry and Trade.

Newspaper of Industry and Trade introduces a podcast series on the implementation of Politburo Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW in the Ministry of Industry and Trade.

Focusing on the theme of co-creating technologies, co-building future value chains, the forum provided a platform for the two countries to explore new cooperation opportunities.

The November 17 forum in Ho Chi Minh City will connect FDI enterprises, investors and experts to discuss policies, economic prospects and business opportunities.

The Newspaper of Industry and Trade presents a podcast series on the implementation of the Politburo's Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW in the industry and trade sector.

With demand set to rise another 10% and El Niño straining hydropower, the MoIT has ordered eight groups of tasks to keep electricity flowing in 2027-2028.

Viet Nam and the UK are stepping up the exchange of experience to promote the development of a transparent and safe commodity derivatives market that is tied to production and business needs.

On the 20th anniversary of Viet Nam's accession to the WTO, the former head of the Government's negotiating delegation recalls unforgettable memories, reflects on the achievements and shares what today's negotiators must hold fast to.

On November 7, the plenary session of the Viet Nam Logistics Forum 2026, themed "Connecting highland logistics, reaching out to global supply chains," officially opened in Gia Lai province.

At the Viet Nam Logistics Forum 2026, held in Gia Lai on November 7, Tran Thanh Hai, Deputy Director-General of the Agency of Foreign Trade under the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT), stressed that logistics development in the coming period should be measured by its ability to create and retain value in Viet Nam.

Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT) and the People’s Committee of Phu Tho province have organised the handover and reception of the College of Industry and Food Technology, opening a new phase of development for the institution.

Vietnamese businesses could gain more from Uruguay through tailored B2B meetings, a regional trade promoter told the Viet Nam Trade Office in Argentina.

The contest aims to raise consumers’ awareness, knowledge and self-protection skills, encouraging young people to create communication products on digital platforms.

Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade has outlined the results of the E10 biofuel rollout after more than five months, highlighting stable supply, steady retail prices and continued market inspections and supervision.

The 37th APEC Ministerial Meeting (AMM 37) was held online on November 3, 2026, within the framework of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum.