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Vietnam sees record-high exports in 2020, but worries about trade accusations

Overcoming lockdowns during Covid-19, Vietnamese goods still reached all corners of the planet.

Local groups impelled to adapt to trade deals

Vietnam remains one of the top 10 exporters of textiles and apparel. 

UKVFTA ushers in a bright future for UK – VN ties, ensures smooth post-Brexit trade

The UK – Viet Nam Free Trade Agreement (UKVFTA) was officially signed in London on December 29.

Vietnam launches first-ever free trade agreement portal

The Ministry of Industry and Trade yesterday launch the Vietnam Free Trade Agreement Portal (FTAP) to help the domestic business community make the most of the opportunities brought about by trade deals to which Vietnam is party.

2020 - year of opening the door to the world

Vietnam's export growth this year has been impressive thanks to the signing and approving of many free trade agreements (FTAs), reflecting the success of the country's steady and flexible international integration process.

Outsourcing no more

When we only dominate the processes of assembly, we are lost at the most important stages of the value chain, from invention to design to distribution...

UKVFTA ushers in new opportunities for Vietnam-UK trade

The conclusion of the UK-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (UKVFTA) demonstrates the importance of Vietnam as a market and its heightened position in the eyes of the UK, 

FTAs set to continue representing driving force for exports next year

Local businesses have effectively utilised a number of free trade agreements (FTAs) signed by the country, many of which can be considered to add fresh impetus to boosting exports moving into next year, according to insiders.

To take full advantage of free trade agreements

To maximize the advantage of export opportunities from free trade agreements (FTAs), enterprises cannot but take into account the criteria for sustainable development.

Vietnam's expert negotiator on e-commerce and telecom issues

Nguyen Quy Quynh has been elected for two consecutive terms as vice president of the research team No 1 for the ITU (International Telecommunication Union) Development (ITU-D).

Positive trade signals since the effectiveness of EVFTA

Two months since the effectiveness of the EVFTA, Vietnam has seen positive signals in its trade exchange with the EU despite the negative impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Negotiations on Vietnam-UK FTA expected to be completed late this year

Vietnam and the United Kingdom are speeding up negotiations on a new-generation free trade agreement between the two sides, which is expected to be completed at the end of this year.

FTAs help attract more foreign investors to Vietnam

Free trade agreements (FTAs) that Vietnam has signed with its partners have been an important factor attracting foreign investments to the country.

New-generation FTAs to provide fresh impetus for industries amid COVID-19

Despite several industries being hard hit by the negative impact of COVID-19 epidemic, the agricultural sector is anticipated to enjoy a rebound thanks to export opportunities brought about by new-generation free trade agreements (FTAs).

Vietnamese goods face tough road to foreign markets due to trade remedies

With an array of free trade agreements (FTAs) inked and coming into force, countries around the world have also increased technical barriers to protect their domestic industries,

Officials urge hastened issuance of legal documents to implement FTAs

Vietnam must hasten the process of issuing legal documents and institutional reform to implement free trade agreements (FTAs) and take advantage of these trade deals to boost exports, officials have said.

Trade kickstart with distinctive solutions

Vietnam is boosting its diplomatic activities in hope of attracting more investment and expanding its trade in the global market, with many of the country’s major partners about to open their doors to the world again.

EVFTA will broaden skies for aviation across Vietnam

Never-before-seen activities in Vietnam’s aviation sphere are expected to come to EU businesses soon on the back of the landmark EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement.

Vietnam's garment industry yet to enjoy benefits from EVFTA

It is anticipated that local textile and apparel firms will not be able to enjoy any immediate benefits from the European Union -Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA) once it enters into force due to rules of origin, according to insiders.

Vietnamese goods entering EU not straightforward under EVFTA

Quality standards, rules of origin, and legal aspects are said to be among the barriers Vietnamese businesses will have to overcome to gain a foothold in the European market under the EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA).