Thailand and South Korea are prepared to negotiate a free trade agreement (FTA) to boost bilateral trade, services, and investment, Commerce Minister Pichai Naripthaphan said on Saturday.

The United Kingdom-Việt Nam Free Trade Agreement (UKVFTA), effective since 2021, reduces or eliminate tariffs on many product groups, helping strengthen bilateral trade, which in turn is making Việt Nam an increasingly attractive business partner for UK firms.

Vietnam's fisheries exporters stand at a critical juncture in the US market, facing a complex landscape of potential opportunities and significant challenges in the coming years.

Coconut has been recognised as one of Việt Nam's six key industrial crops (alongside coffee, rubber, tea, cashews, and pepper) under the Master Plan for Developing Key Industrial Crops by 2030

Countries like Vietnam and Malaysia are navigating the complexities of geopolitical tensions by maintaining neutrality between United States and China-aligned blocs, enabling them to attract diverse investments and strengthen their role in global supply chains

Việt Nam’s garment and textile industry needs to develop a closed-loop supply chain with a focus on obtaining self – sufficiency in raw materials in order to meet the rules of origin under the UK – Việt Nam Free Trade Agreement (UKVFTA) for expanding exports to this market.

Digital transformation aimed at reducing emissions and fostering sustainable development has become an intrinsic need for businesses. This shift stems from recognizing the tangible benefits demonstrated by pioneering enterprises that have successfully implemented and achieved these initiatives.

The plastics industry has enjoyed impressive growth this year, driven by steady demand from the construction, packaging and consumer industries, according to the Vietnam Plastics Association.

The General Department of Customs and Excise of Cambodia and Vietnamese Customs Administration Monday agreed to further strengthen the bilateral customs cooperation on managing and facilitating cross-border trade activities and transit goods.

Argentina wants to foster cooperation with Vietnam in biotechnology, hi-tech agriculture and energy, towards a common goal of developing a green economy, newly-appointed Argentinian Ambassador to Vietnam Marcos A. Bednarski has said.