Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Phan Thi Thang stressed that Vietfish 2026 continues to affirm its role as a platform connecting the seafood industry, expanding trade, increasing product value and meeting increasingly stringent requirements in international markets.

The AFT met with localities and businesses to address difficulties in C/O issuance as C/O applications surge following decentralization to local units.

Viet Nam and Uruguay agreed to strengthen trade promotion, expand market access and advance negotiations towards a preferential trade agreement.

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

The MoIT is drafting a new import-export strategy that turns growth targets into 82 specific tasks, with clear timelines, outputs and clear implementation roles.

On the afternoon of August 17, chaired by Vice Chairman of the National Assembly Nguyen Hong Dien, the National Assembly Standing Committee gave its opinions on the explanation, incorporation and revision of the draft revised Petroleum Law.

Turkey has added the Denizli Provincial Directorate of Agriculture and Forestry to the list of authorities authorized to conduct official inspections of imported food products, a development Vietnamese businesses should take into account when completing import procedures.

A business-matching programme in Auckland has opened up new opportunities for cooperation, as Vietnam and New Zealand work towards the target of raising bilateral trade to USD 3 billion.

The MoIT consulted stakeholders on a proposed energy efficiency fund aimed at mobilizing finance, supporting businesses and accelerating energy-saving investments.

On August 14, in Da Nang city, the Agency for Innovation, Green Transition and Industry Promotion (IGIP) under the Ministry of Industry and Trade organized the National Conference on Economical and Efficient Use of Energy 2026.

As part of the state visit delegation accompanying Party General Secretary and State President To Lam to New Zealand, Minister of Industry and Trade Le Manh Hung held a bilateral meeting with New Zealand Minister for Trade and Investment Todd McClay on the morning of August 13, 2026.

Deputy Minister Nguyen Sinh Nhat Tan affirmed that the MoIT will work closely with businesses to remove obstacles and mobilize resources for energy projects.

The 2026 UK - Viet Nam Summit was held in Ha Noi on August 12, focusing on fields that are creating new momentum for growth, including artificial intelligence (AI), financial technology, crypto assets, commodity derivatives markets and logistics.

Editor-in-Chief of the Industry and Trade Newspaper Nguyen Van Minh said distorted narratives are defeated by counterarguments and undeniable realities when Party members perform their duties well too.

On August 12, Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Phan Thi Thang held an online working session with Andrea Corao Faria, Venezuela's Deputy Minister for Asia, the Middle East and Oceania at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade.

Viet Nam and Australia are deepening energy and minerals cooperation strengthening supply chains, investment and support for the energy transition in both countries.

During his working trip accompanying Party General Secretary and State President To Lam on a State visit to Australia, Minister of Industry and Trade Le Manh Hung held a bilateral meeting with Australian Minister for Trade and Tourism Don Farrell in Canberra on August 11 (local time), to discuss measures to promote economic and trade relations between the two countries.

Viet Nam’s positive domestic economic growth is providing fresh momentum for businesses in the industry and trade sector to proactively seize opportunities, expand production and strengthen competitiveness.

MoIT and WFZO discussed solutions to develop modern and smart economic zones, attract investment and strengthen international connectivity.

Viet Nam’s manufacturing industry must move beyond processing and assembly, master technology, raise localization and generate higher value across production chains.

KCN Vietnam has broken ground on its 21.9-hectare Song Than 3 project in Ho Chi Minh City, adding over 130,000 sqm of LEED-standard industrial space to the market.

In the first seven months of 2026, Viet Nam’s exports topped USD 319.5 billion, up 21.7%, as expanding trade helped sustain growth momentum into the year-end period.

Vietnam’s coffee industry is not only benefiting from its strengths in production and exports, but is also opening up significant room for growth in the domestic retail market. As institutional capital and private equity funds show increasing interest in the F&B sector, scalability, operational control, unit economics and the ability to develop an integrated value chain are becoming key factors determining the attractiveness of businesses.

Viet Nam encourages high-quality Australian investment in its market, including in green financial products, digital infrastructure, data and innovation centres, while seeking stronger technical support and experience sharing in developing an international financial centre, said Party leader To Lam.

MoIT leader Le Manh Hung clarified major issues in the revised Petroleum Law, including decentralisation, investment incentives, CCS and offshore energy development.

During the livestream on the evening of August 7, Hung Yen longan attracted more than 15,000 views, 50,000 interactions and nearly 500 orders.

The Netherlands offers strong opportunities for Vietnamese firms to enter manufacturing supply chains, but meeting strict market standards remains a major challenge.

After 53 years of ties, Viet Nam and Australia are strengthening political trust and expanding cooperation, now opening a new chapter in their bilateral partnership.

As Vietnam advances its energy transition, battery energy storage systems (BESS) are emerging as a key solution for enhancing grid flexibility, increasing the integration of renewable energy and strengthening energy security. 

Moonfolks has officially entered the Vietnamese market, aiming to connect the country’s rapidly growing digital economy with broader opportunities across Southeast Asia and support Vietnamese businesses in expanding internationally.