Việt Nam & EFTA conclude free trade talks

05/07/2026
00:51

Việt Nam and the European Free Trade Association (or EFTA) states have officially concluded negotiations on a Free Trade Agreement after 21 rounds of talks. The agreement is expected to create new opportunities for businesses and strengthen economic ties in the years ahead.

Vietnam, Chile boost cooperation

Vietnam, Chile boost cooperation

Politics 00:48

During talks in Hanoi with Chilean Foreign Minister Francisco Pérez Mackenna on 23 August, Vietnamese Foreign Minister Le Hoai Trung called for greater high-level exchanges and closer ties between the two parliaments and political parties.

Vietnam, Côte d’Ivoire boost bilateral ties

Vietnam, Côte d’Ivoire boost bilateral ties

Politics 00:49

On 24 August, Party General Secretary and President To Lam received President of the National Assembly of the Republic of Côte d’Ivoire Patrick Achi during his official visit to Vietnam. The Vietnamese top leader welcomed growing bilateral ties, noting that Côte d’Ivoire became Vietnam’s largest trading partner in Africa in 2025.

Vietnam, Chile strengthen cooperation

Vietnam, Chile strengthen cooperation

Politics 00:56

On 24 August, Prime Minister Le Minh Hung met Chilean Minister of Foreign Affairs Francisco Pérez Mackenna, who is currently on an official visit to Vietnam. Reaffirming that Vietnam consistently values its Comprehensive Partnership with Chile, the Prime Minister proposed stepping up high-level delegation exchanges, effectively implementing existing cooperation mechanisms, and facilitating market access for each nation's key exports.

16th NA: New policies expand growth opportunities

16th NA: New policies expand growth opportunities

Politics 05:21

A series of decisions spanning investment reform, energy security and new regional growth hubs have been passed at the first extraordinary session of the 16th National Assembly. From clearing obstacles for renewable energy projects to advancing nuclear power and creating two new centrally governed cities, the measures share a common objective: unlocking resources for double-digit economic growth.

Vietnam - Singapore relations enhanced

Vietnam - Singapore relations enhanced

Politics 02:12

Vietnam and Singapore are taking steps to deepen political trust and translate high-level agreements into practical cooperation. The upcoming visit by Permanent Member of the Party Central Committee's Secretariat Tran Cam Tu is expected to open a new chapter in the bilateral ties.

National Assembly passes three laws, eight resolutions

National Assembly passes three laws, eight resolutions

Politics 01:57

On the morning of 24 August, Vietnam's National Assembly passed three laws and eight resolutions covering areas including wind and solar power, major infrastructure projects and crime prevention.