Many new points in draft decree on protection of power works and hydropower
Trần Lê An
05/05/2026
The Ministry of Industry and Trade is collecting public comments on a draft decree detailing the implementation of the Electricity Law regarding the protection corridor for power works and the management of hydropower dam safety. Once issued by the Government, the new decree will replace Decree No. 62/2025/ND-CP.
Vietnamese, Swiss firms expand business cooperation
Trần Lê An
05/05/2026
On April 30, 2026, in Bern, the Vietnam Trade Office in Switzerland, in coordination with the Chargé d’Affaires of the Embassy of Vietnam, held a working session with representatives of the Swiss State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO) in charge of the ASEAN market. The meeting took place in a formal and substantive atmosphere, focusing on reviewing key areas of cooperation and orienting trade promotion activities in the coming period.
Vietnam - Philippines: Strong prospects for cooperation in franchising
Trần Lê An
04/05/2026
Vietnam Trade Office in the Philippines participates in the Philippines International Franchise Show 2026, promoting value chain linkages and expanding cooperation opportunities for Vietnamese enterprises entering the franchising market.
Abundant supply, stable prices, consumer demand surges during April 30 - May 1 holiday
Trần Lê An
02/05/2026
The April 30 - May 1 holiday recorded a strong surge in consumer spending across retail systems nationwide. With abundant supply and stable prices, the trend reflects a clear recovery in consumer confidence.
Plan to implement the law on e-commerce
Trần Lê An
02/05/2026
Standing Deputy Prime Minister Pham Gia Tuc has signed Decision No. 776/QD-TTg of the Prime Minister, promulgating the plan to implement the Law on E-commerce.
Cutting and simplifying administrative procedures in the petroleum sector
Trần Lê An
01/05/2026
The Government has issued Resolution 19 on cutting, decentralising and simplifying administrative procedures and business conditions under the management of the Ministry of Industry and Trade.
Ho Chi Minh City: Industry and trade drive growth momentum
Trần Lê An
30/04/2026
Looking back on more than 51 years since liberation, Ho Chi Minh City has undergone a remarkable transformation, evolving from a war-ravaged urban area into the country’s largest economic hub.
Special ASEAN Ministers on Energy Meeting (AMEM) on the latest situation in the Middle East
Trần Lê An
28/04/2026
On 27th April 2026, the Special ASEAN Ministers on Energy Meeting (AMEM) on the latest situation in the Middle East was convened virtually under the chairmanship of H.E. Sharon S. Garin, Secretary of the Department of Energy of the Philippines, as ASEAN Chair 2026. The Meeting was attended by ASEAN Energy Ministers, the ASEAN Secretariat, the ASEAN Centre for Energy (ACE), the ASEAN Council on Petroleum (ASCOPE), the International Energy Agency (IEA), and relevant agencies. Vietnam’s delegation to the Meeting comprised of representatives from ...
Prime Minister assigns major tasks to Ministry of Industry and Trade in 2026
Trần Lê An
28/04/2026
Prime Minister Le Minh Hung has assigned a series of key tasks to the Ministry of Industry and Trade, emphasizing electricity, petroleum, industry and market development.
North promotes e-commerce development: Enhancing connectivity between localities and digital technology enterprises
Trần Lê An
28/04/2026
Within the framework of the programme “Promoting e-commerce development in the northern region”, the Ministry of Industry and Trade, in coordination with the People’s Committee of Thai Nguyen province and relevant agencies and units, held the opening session at the Thai Nguyen Provincial Cultural Center, featuring a range of practical and effective activities.
Vietnam - India: Growing opportunities for integrated textile industrial parks
Trần Lê An
27/04/2026
According to the Vietnam Trade Office in India, opportunities to develop integrated Vietnam - India textile industrial parks are becoming increasingly evident.
Vietnam maintains its position as Singapore’s 10th-largest trading partner
Trần Lê An
26/04/2026
In the first three months of 2026, Singapore’s exports to Vietnam reached SGD 7.7 billion, up 6.5%, while imports from Vietnam totaled SGD 5.8 billion, surging 128.7%.