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Deputy PM seeks WTO, WEF’s more support to Vietnam

As an active WTO member, Vietnam has been making active contributions to the organisation's agenda, including ratifying the first phase of the Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies, negotiating entry into the expanded Information Technology Agreement (ITA2), and preparing for its next Trade Policy Review scheduled for late 2026, Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Van Thang said.

Wed, Jul 29, 2026, 14:36:00

Shipbuilding helps shape Vietnam's maritime ecosystem, capabilities

Shipbuilding is increasingly viewed as an important component of Vietnam's marine economy. More than simply a manufacturing sector, it forms part of an integrated industrial ecosystem closely linked with metallurgy, mechanical engineering, electrical and electronic industries, automation, information technology and maritime logistics.

Wed, Jul 29, 2026, 14:35:00

Long Thanh Airport's second runway to be completed in September

According to the Airports Corporation of Vietnam (ACV), after 14 months of construction, the cement concrete pavement for the runway and taxiways has been substantially completed. Contractors are mobilising hundreds of workers and construction equipment to finish the remaining works on schedule.

Wed, Jul 29, 2026, 14:34:00

Durian exports recover despite mounting price pressure

If the Central Highlands harvest proceeds smoothly and pending issues related to growing-area and packing-house codes are resolved promptly, exports could generate an additional 2 billion USD in the remaining months of the year, pushing the whole-year figure beyond 4 billion USD, up from 3.8 billion USD last year.

Wed, Jul 29, 2026, 14:33:00

Ho Chi Minh City prioritises logistics infrastructure to raise direct import-export throughput above 80%

With measures revolving around investment in integrated logistics infrastructure, multimodal transport expansion and digital transformation acceleration, the strategy is intended to reduce logistics costs, enhance competitiveness and support sustainable growth in external trade.

Wed, Jul 29, 2026, 14:33:00

Vietnam becomes top Asian magnet for long-term manufacturing: Malaysian economist

The story of Vietnam’s economy in 2026 is not just one of faster GDP growth. It is about higher productivity, industrial upgrading, stronger capital formation, and a more prominent role in Asia’s strategic economic landscape.

Wed, Jul 29, 2026, 14:32:00

Resolution paves way for Vietnam to unleash soft power

The implementation of Resolution No. 06 alongside the cultural diplomacy strategy sends a clear message: by combining its rich cultural heritage with proactive diplomacy, innovation and digital transformation, Vietnam would strengthen its competitiveness on the global stage.

Wed, Jul 29, 2026, 14:31:00