Developing the collective economy and agricultural cooperatives is increasingly viewed as the key to restructuring agriculture toward modern, efficient, and sustainable growth. Joining forces not only helps farmers adopt advanced technical solutions and expand market access, but also builds collective resilience against climate change.
Vietnam's nationwide month-long crackdown on illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing ends on 15 September, targeting tighter vessel monitoring, catch traceability and enforcement. With seafood exports reaching US$7.94 billion in the first eight months of 2026, the focus now is on making these checks routine and lifting the European Commission's yellow card.
At the lively Cai Rang Floating Market, traditional music adds a unique touch to the Can Tho experience. There is no grand stage, no distance between the performers and audience.
Developing the collective economy and agricultural cooperatives is increasingly viewed as the key to restructuring agriculture toward modern, efficient, and sustainable growth. Joining forces not only helps farmers adopt advanced technical solutions and expand market access, but also builds collective resilience against climate change.
According to Vietnam Customs, Vietnam exported 1.26 million tonnes of coffee by mid-August 2026, up 12% year on year. Vietnamese companies are moving deeper into the coffee value chain, tapping higher value stages and strengthening Vietnamese coffee brands.
AI is advancing so quickly that even some of the people building it are now calling for greater caution. Leading American AI companies want to slow the development of their most advanced models to allow more time for safety testing. But US officials are concerned that slowing down could give China an advantage.
The Vietnamese Embassy in China, as Chair of the ASEAN Committee in Beijing, co-hosted a ceremony on 15 September marking two milestones: the fifth anniversary of the ASEAN-China Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and 35 years of dialogue relations. The event also featured an exhibition of ASEAN products, cultural performances, and cuisine.