Export – Import

This section focuses on Vietnam’s export and import activities, including trade balances, key export commodities, import trends, and market developments with major trading partners.

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    Vietnam Industry and Trade News Bulletin for October 31, 2025

    A. POSITIVE NEWS 1. Vietnam Calls for Green Investment and Digital Technology Transfer in APEC At the 36th APEC Ministerial Meeting in Gyeongju (South Korea) on October 30, Minister Nguyen Hong Dien delivered an important speech emphasizing regional cooperation for sustainable trade. 2. Vietnam and Mexico Strengthen Trade Cooperation On the sidelines of the APEC meeting, Minister Nguyen Hong Dien met with Mexican Minister of Economy Marcelo Ebrard Casaubon to promote bilateral ties. 3. MoIT…

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    Vietnam Industry and Trade News Bulletin for JULY 24, 2017

    A. Macroeconomic Highlights B. Industrial & Energy Sector Updates C. Agriculture, Environment, and Domestic Market D. Import-Export Activities

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    Vietnam Industry and Trade News Bulletin for JANUARY 15, 2016

    A. OUTSTANDING GENERAL ECONOMIC NEWS 1. Budget Transparency and Administrative Reforms • Low Budget Transparency: Vietnam scored only 18 out of 100 on the Open Budget Index, significantly lower than the global average of 45,. The country is ranked in the lowest group, characterized by providing “little” or “no” public budget information. • Tax and Customs Reform: The Ministry of Finance aims to reduce at least 10% of tax administrative procedures and simplify 20% of…

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    Vietnam Industry and Trade News Bulletin for January 14, 2016

    A. GENERAL ECONOMIC HIGHLIGHTS 1. Bloomberg: M&A Boom Expected in Vietnam in 2016 Bloomberg predicts that Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) in Vietnam will set new records this year, driven by foreign investors’ interest in the fast-growing consumer sector . Recent regulatory changes, such as the Investment Law shortening licensing times to 15 days, and the opening of 18 sectors to foreign investment, are facilitating this trend . Notable deals include ANA Holdings (Japan) buying a…