Observations – Commentary

In-depth analysis and expert perspectives on the latest trends, policy shifts, and market dynamics shaping Vietnam’s industrial and trade landscape.

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    2025 Review: Vietnam’s Diplomatic & Economic Breakthroughs

    Top 10 Outstanding Foreign Affairs Milestones of Vietnam in 2025 In 2025, foreign affairs activities achieved significant results, contributing to Vietnam’s shining status as a reliable destination for international friends. The year 2025 has concluded, yet concerns regarding an unpredictable and volatile world remain. However, as the “2025 calendar” closes, a major driving force emerges: we proudly and confidently affirm that foreign affairs work has achieved extremely important results. These achievements have contributed to Vietnam…

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    Vietnam Energy 2025: From Planning to Action (Top 10 Events)

    TOP 10 Typical Events of Vietnam’s Energy Industry in 2025 Closing 2025 marks an important “pivotal moment” in the history of Vietnam’s energy development. No longer just plans on paper or debates about mechanisms, 2025 was a year of practical action. From the first flow of LNG officially generating electricity to the reshaping of the market price structure, the energy industry has truly moved past the “hot growth” stage to enter the era of “depth…

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    Vietnam – MERCOSUR to Launch PTA Negotiations in Q1/2026

    Vietnam – MERCOSUR to Negotiate Preferential Trade Agreement in Q1/2026 In the first quarter of 2026, Vietnam and the Southern Common Market (MERCOSUR) will conduct the first round of negotiations for a Preferential Trade Agreement (PTA). On the evening of December 20, 2025 (Vietnam time), at the 67th MERCOSUR Summit held in Foz de Iguazu, Brazil, member countries of the Southern Common Market (MERCOSUR)—comprising Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay—issued a Joint Statement launching negotiations for…

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    Vietnam Industry 2025: $900B Trade & 10.6% Mfg Growth

    Highlights of the Industry and Trade Sector Create Momentum for the Pivotal Year 2026 The Industry and Trade sector in 2025 marked substantive progress from production and trade to energy, contributing to macro stability and enhancing the economy’s competitiveness. Speaking with Industry and Trade Newspaper, National Assembly Deputy Trinh Thi Tu Anh (Lam Dong Delegation) provided comprehensive assessments of the results achieved and suggestions for the Industry and Trade sector to accelerate in 2026. Strong…