Perspective of the project (Photo: vneconomy) 
Groundbreaking ceremony of the project (Photo: kinhtedothi.vn) 
Singapore’s imports from Vietnam surged 123.2% to 19.4 billion SGD, more than three times the 35.7% growth in its overall imports. Vietnam’s share of Singapore’s total imports consequently rose from 1.8% to 3%.
Tay Ninh and Vinh Long each have distinct strengths and opportunities, while Hong Kong offers international connectivity, financial capacity, logistics capabilities and professional services. Pairing them would open practical opportunities in trade, investment, food processing, infrastructure and supply chains.
The EVFTA reached another milestone in August 2026, its seventh year of implementation, with the EU completing its tariff elimination schedule, making 99% of Vietnamese exports eligible for duty-free access. Vietnam will continue cutting tariffs on EU goods through 2030.
Vietnam's Lang Son province and China's Pingxiang city focused on solutions to easing export-import bottlenecks, raising goods clearance capacity and speeding up the rollout of smart border gate model - priorities for smoother cross-border trade, transport and people-to-people exchanges.
According to the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV)’s Regional Branch 2, remittances transferred to Ho Chi Minh City through credit institutions and economic organisations totalled 2.835 billion USD in Q3, an increase of more than 802 million USD from Q2.
Vietnam continued to attract strong interest from foreign investors in the first nine months of 2026, with registered FDI reaching 50.36 billion USD, up 76.4% year on year. Disbursed capital rose 12.1% to 21.07 billion USD, the highest level in five years.
The State Bank of Vietnam set the daily reference exchange rate at 25,639 VND/USD on October 20, up 4 VND from the previous day.
Vietnam’s participation in SIAL Paris 2026 highlights efforts to diversify products, expand processing and strengthen distribution networks. To improve competitiveness and sustain exports to Europe, businesses are advised to maintain strict quality control, ensure food safety, build brands and secure reliable supplies.
Local authorities must review their vessel records and cross-check them against the national fisheries database, known as VNFishbase. Information on vessel registration, technical inspections, fishing licenses, vessel monitoring systems (VMS), and each boat’s operating status must be updated fully, promptly and accurately.
Vietnam could attract investment in carbon capture and storage (CCS) and gain an early foothold in a Southeast Asian CCS services market valued at up to 40 billion USD if it quickly finalises the policies under its revised Petroleum Law.
Achieving double-digit export growth requires Vietnamese firms to promote substantive connections with international buyers and deeper participation in global value chains. They must also improve product quality, ensure stable supplies, strengthen branding and meet market-specific standards to retain customers and increase export value.
EFTA companies investing in Vietnam would gain a suitably trained workforce, while young, adaptable Vietnamese workers would acquire skills, higher incomes and access to high-value industries, helping the country move beyond its image as a low-cost processing and manufacturing base.
EFTA data show that Vietnam-EFTA trade reached 4.8 billion EUR (5.38 billion USD) in 2025, with Vietnam recording a trade surplus of 2.5 billion EUR. This existing trade volume provides a foundation for both sides to further tap trade and investment potential once the agreement takes effect.
Coteccons has officially been recognised as a Vietnam National Brand 2026, marking the second consecutive time the company has achieved this prestigious title.
At the conference, investment approval decisions were granted to 20 investors for projects totaling over 7.5 trillion VND in capital. Additionally, memoranda of understanding were exchanged between Dien Bien and six investors, representing nearly 12 trillion VND in registered capital.
Governor of the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) Pham Duc An said the SBV will continue supporting credit institutions in addressing difficulties but not sacrifice system safety. Interest rate management should therefore combine lower funding costs with reduced operating expenses, profit-sharing and measures to curb unhealthy competition for deposits.
Greater exchanges of experience and cooperation in AI governance are of practical importance to all participating economies.
Norwegian Ambassador Stein Iversen told the press that the lengthy negotiations reflect the complexity of the issues and the breadth of cooperation, as well as the parties’ commitment to their ties.
The exhibits feature diverse designs, from modern, minimalist furniture to handcrafted products reflecting Vietnamese identity. Businesses combine natural and engineered wood, rattan, bamboo and other materials while focusing on design, finishing and customisation to meet different market demands.
