Trade

The United Kingdom (UK) offers strong export potential for Vietnam, but businesses must improve standards, traceability and supply capacity to secure long-term growth in the market.

On the afternoon of May 4, Prime Minister Le Minh Hung chaired the Government’s regular meeting for April 2026, the first such session of the 16th-term Government.

More than 300 companies are set to participate in business matching activities at the International Electronics and Smart Appliances Expo Vietnam (IEAE 2026), scheduled to take place from May 28 to 30 in Ho Chi Minh City.

Vietnam has issued a plan to implement the Law on E-commerce, defining tasks, timelines and coordination to ensure effective enforcement from July 1, 2026.

The programme in Thai Nguyen promotes e-commerce in northern Vietnam, linking localities with digital firms to expand markets and boost Vietnamese goods.

Vietnam needs high-quality human resources and stronger university-business links to drive double-digit growth through innovation and productivity.

Ambassador Tran Phuoc Anh and Trade Counsellor Cao Xuan Thang promote Vietnamese products at the Vietnam pavilion at FHA 2026 in Singapore, boosting trade ties.

Vietnam’s trade rebounds strongly in early 2026, with rising imports reflecting production demand as policymakers push exports to drive resilient.

The Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT) held trade promotion activities in Yunnan and Shandong, boosting business links, exports, and investment cooperation between Vietnam and China.

Vietnam and the Republic of Korea (RoK) signed an MoU on export control cooperation in Hanoi on April 23, strengthening trade coordination and aligning with international standards.

The April 22 seminar highlighted stronger Vietnam - India ties in textiles, footwear and silk, opening new opportunities for trade, investment and innovation.

Vietnam reviews draft decree on traditional markets, aiming to modernise management, upgrade infrastructure, and promote digital, green, sustainable development.

Vietnam and India strengthened trade cooperation in early 2026 through diverse promotion activities, fairs, forums and digital cooperation across key sectors in 2026

On the morning of April 9, a regular meeting of the Domestic Market Steering Team for the first quarter of 2026 was held in Hanoi. The meeting was chaired by Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Sinh Nhat Tan, with the participation of members of the Domestic Market Steering Team.

The implementation plan for a set of special mechanisms and policies has been developed to accelerate international integration, enhance coordination efficiency, and ensure adequate resources for synchronized execution.

Expert Nguyen Canh Cuong emphasized that Directive No. 11/CT-TTg not only helps Vietnamese products enter international markets but also enables them to stay, grow, and enhance their position globally.

Vietnam’s textile and garment sector gains new opportunities in US supply chains as brands diversify sourcing and expand cooperation with Vietnamese suppliers.

In the first quarter of 2026, Vietnam’s total merchandise trade reached USD 249,50 billion, marking a 23% increase compared to the same period last year.

Global supply chains are facing mounting risks, requiring Vietnamese enterprises to rapidly adapt, strengthen compliance capabilities, accelerate innovation.

Energy, oil and gas cooperation between Vietnam and Russian Federation has been expanding into high value-added, technology-intensive sectors.

In first two months of 2026, Vietnam’s wood industry maintained a growth, with exports of wood and wood products reaching USD 2.59 billion up 5.0% year-on-year.

Low-emission rice in the Mekong Delta, Vietnam’s rice sector is showing clear signs of transformation.

On the morning of March 12, the Ministry of Industry and Trade held a ceremony to launch the Digital Platform for Overseas Market Development. Deputy Prime Minister Bui Thanh Son attended the event and delivered a keynote address.

The DHL Global Connectedness Report 2026 forecasts that Vietnam will continue to rank among the economies with the most promising trade growth prospects.

Geopolitical tensions are placing significant pressure on supply chains and exports. In context, the domestic market is seen as a crucial pillar supporting growth.

AVR and NACS signed a 2026 - 2030 MOU to boost digital transformation, green retail and market connectivity between Vietnam and the US.

Rising tensions in the Middle East may drive up oil prices and freight costs, disrupting Vietnam’s import-export and supply chains the Import-Export Department warns

Vietnam’s coffee exports to the Republic of Korea rose 31.2% in value in 2025, maintaining its position as the second-largest supplier.

The Republic of Korea (RoK) led foreign investment in Vietnam with over USD 95.13 billion across 10,412 projects in 2025.

Vietnam surpassed all 2025 socio-economic targets, with GDP growth over 8%, strong FDI inflows and record trade turnover, laying groundwork for double-digit growth.