10:43 | 18/10/2026News and Events
Viet Nam and representatives of the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) member states signed a free trade agreement in Hanoi on October 18.
05:29 | 18/10/2026News and Events
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.
22:07 | 17/10/2026News and Events
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.
22:04 | 17/10/2026News and Events
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.
21:17 | 17/10/2026News and Events
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.
20:39 | 17/10/2026News and Events
Deputy Minister Nguyen Viet Son meets Finland’s trade minister to advance cooperation in technology, clean energy and the circular economy.
20:15 | 17/10/2026News and Events
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.
20:09 | 17/10/2026Society
Traveloka names Phu Quoc Vietnam’s “beach-and-island star,” as rising regional demand, diverse tourism experiences and APEC 2027 infrastructure boost its appeal.
11:44 | 16/10/2026News and Events
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.
11:15 | 16/10/2026News and Events
IEAE Hanoi 2026 will gather over 300 exhibitors, showcasing electronics, smart appliances and connecting businesses with sourcing and trade opportunities in Vietnam.
17:29 | 15/10/2026News and Events
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.
17:11 | 15/10/2026News and Events
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.
05:07 | 14/10/2026Society
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.
05:05 | 14/10/2026Society
Viet Nam’s cultural industries are poised for growth as development targets become clearer, the digital content market expands and technology creates new ways.
05:04 | 14/10/2026Society
Developing a law on cultural industries means establishing a unified legal framework that connects culture with investment, science, technology, innovation.
22:23 | 13/10/2026News and Events
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.
22:12 | 13/10/2026Society
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.
21:59 | 13/10/2026News and Events
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.
20:54 | 13/10/2026Society
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.
14:45 | 13/10/2026Science - Technology
Opening in Hanoi on October 13, ProPak Hanoi 2026 showcases international technologies to advance processing, packaging and sustainable industrial production.
14:52 | 12/10/2026Trade
Viet Nam - Malaysia trade hit USD 17.4 billion in the first nine months of 2026, exceeding the 2025 full-year total and signaling a stronger-than-expected year.
14:36 | 12/10/2026Industry
The Vietnam Industry Agency under the Ministry of Industry and Trade and Samsung Vietnam continue to strengthen cooperation in developing supporting industries, enhancing the capabilities of domestic enterprises and expanding opportunities for their participation in global supply chains.
13:17 | 12/10/2026News and Events
The Vietnamese National Assembly (NA) leader thanked the CPAFFC, the China-Viet Nam Friendship Association and Chinese friendship figures for their deep affection for Viet Nam and their sustained contributions to Viet Nam-China relations over the years.
21:13 | 11/10/2026News and Events
Minister Le Manh Hung accompanies the Prime Minister on official visits to Laos and Cambodia, advancing economic, trade and energy cooperation.
21:10 | 11/10/2026News and Events
The Viet Nam - China relationship has continued to develop, particularly following reciprocal visits by General Secretary of the Communist Party of Viet Nam Central Committee and President To Lam and General Secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and President of China Xi Jinping.
08:34 | 11/10/2026Science - Technology
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.
16:38 | 10/10/2026News and Events
ASEAN held consultations with its dialogue partners in Manila, the Philippines, on October 7 - 8, as part of the 44th ASEAN Ministers on Energy Meeting.
15:30 | 10/10/2026News and Events
National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man will pay an official visit to China from October 11 to 15, 2026, contributing to further strengthening and developing relations between Viet Nam and China.
15:18 | 10/10/2026News and Events
On October 9, Deputy Minister Nguyen Viet Son chaired a Ministry of Industry and Trade conference on the implementation of strategic technology development.
15:13 | 10/10/2026News and Events
The Ministry of Industry and Trade held a consultation workshop on the Import-Export Strategy for Goods to 2030, with a vision to 2045, on the morning of October 9.
