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Vietnam actively contributes to APEC

Vietnamese State President Luong Cuong leads a high-level delegation to Peru for an official visit and to attend the 2024 APEC Economic Leaders' Week in Lima from November 12-16 at the invitation of Peruvian President Dina Ercilia Boluarte Zegarra. Since joining APEC in 1998, Vietnam has made significant contributions to APEC’s goals, actively proposing initiatives and fulfilling key roles.

Vietnam aims to increase market share in Africa

Vietnam has consistent policies to ensure human rights

National target programmes – key to development of ethnic-inhabited areas

PM's visits to three Middle East countries produces important outcomes: FM

Vietnam, Peru deepen friendly, cooperative relations

State President Luong Cuong’s official visit to Peru and attendance at the 2024 APEC Economic Leaders’ Week in Lima from November 12 – 16 demonstrate the robust relations between Vietnam and Peru in various fields from politics – diplomacy to economy – trade, as well as offer an opportunity to deepen the friendship and cooperation between the two nations.

Vietnam’s digital economy estimated at 36 billion USD in 2024

Vietnam’s digital economy is projected to reach 36 billion USD in 2024, up 16% from the previous year, according to the latest e-Conomy SEA report released by Google, Temasek, and Bain & Company.

Vietnam’s national brand value reaches 507 billion USD in 2024

In recent years, the Vietnamese national brand has made significant strides. Vietnam has not only entered the Top 100 countries with strong national brands, but also led the world in brand value growth in 2019-2022 period.

Vietnam manufacturing returns to expansion

The S&P Global Vietnam Manufacturing PMI rose to 51.2 in October from 47.3 in September, marking a return above the 50-point threshold after disruptions caused by Typhoon Yagi.

Rice exports likely to set new record in 2024

With the growth of the ten-month exports and domestic production capabilities, this year’s rice exports are expected to exceed the record set in 2023.

Agro-forestry-fishery trade surplus jumps over 62% in 10 months

The agricultural, forestry, and fishery trade surplus reached 15.2 billion USD in the first 10 months, up 62% compared to the same period last year, the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development has reported.

Over 42% of firms foresee better business performance in Q4

Over 42% of surveyed enterprises in the processing-manufacturing sector expect that, their business performance in the fourth quarter of this year will be better than the third quarter.

Prime Minister holds talks with Qatari counterpart

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh is paying an official visit to Qatar. After a welcome ceremony on October 31, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and his Qatari Counterpart Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jasim Al-Thani held talks.

Ba Ria – Vung Tau launches project to boost tourism appeal

Vung Tau city, Ba Ria – Vung Tau province, recently broke ground on an ambitious urban renewal project to enhance its tourism landscape with unique attractions.

Vietnam expands FTA network

As of October 2024, Vietnam has signed and implemented 17 Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) and is negotiating two more. Expanding its FTA network underscores Vietnam’s commitment to economic integration, offering substantial opportunities to deepen its role in global value chains, boost exports, drive GDP growth, and enhance institutional frameworks.

Da Lat Flower Festival to bloom in December

The 10th Da Lat Flower Festival will be held for a month, starting with its opening ceremony on December 5, according to an announcement of the organizing board.

Economic prospects from sea grape cultivation in Ninh Thuan

In addition to being harvested in the wild, sea grapes (resembling small clusters of grapes, and also known as green caviar) are now being widely cultivated in ponds and coastal lagoons across Ninh Thuan province. With low initial investment costs, fast growth, and high economic value, this premium seaweed is now opening up new opportunities for local residents.

Vietnam’s lobsters claw back prominence in China

Vietnam’s lobster export to the Chinese market in January-September rose 33 folds, thanks to lower prices and stronger trade ties between the two countries, according to the South China Morning Post.

Nine Vietnamese universities named in 2025 global rankings

The Times Higher Education (THE) organisation has unveiled its world university rankings for 2025. Hanoi Medical University has made its debut in the rankings, joining eight other Vietnamese universities recognised by THE this year.

Enhancing Vietnam - Saudi Arabia cooperative ties

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and his spouse, along with a high-level delegation from Vietnam, participate in the 8th Future Investment Initiative Conference and pay a working visit to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement ushers in new era of Vietnam-UAE relations

The freshly-signed Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between Vietnam and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) opens up a new era of the bilateral relationship that has been upgraded to a comprehensive partnership and growing substantively.

PM receives heads of UAE corporations in Abu Dhabi

On October 27, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh hosted a reception for leaders of several leading corporations in the UAE, which operate in the areas of infrastructure development and management, seaport, logistics and industrial park.

Vietnam’s agricultural exports expected to exceed 60 billion USD

Vietnam’s agricultural exports are on track to set a historic record, projected at 60-61 billion USD, despite weather challenges and fluctuations in the world.

Vietnam remains “fertile land” for FDI attraction

Vietnam continues to prove itself as a “fertile land” in drawing foreign direct investment (FDI). Currently, numerous foreign investors are allocating funds and accelerating investments, to establish long-term operations in the Southeast Asian country.

VNA launches 7th Golden Moment Press Photo Awards

The Vietnam News Agency has launched the 7th Golden Moment Press Photo Awards to honor exceptional photographers and journalistic works, that capture striking moments through the lens of photography.