Assessing the immediate impact, the counsellor said the conflict is adversely affecting trade between Vietnam and Israel, as well as between Vietnam and other Middle Eastern markets, particularly in the short term.
The MoFA advised Vietnamese citizens not to travel to Iran or Israel at this time, or to neighbouring areas affected by the conflict unless absolutely necessary.
Vietnamese citizens were recommended to minimise travel between cities during this sensitive period, stay near areas with shelters, proactively develop safety plans for themselves and their families, and be prepared to return to Vietnam or relocate to a third country when possible.
On February 20 - the fourth day of the Lunar New Year, nearly 200 Vietnamese people living, working, studying in Israel gathered at the Tel Yitzhak farm, about 30 km north of Tel Aviv, to celebrate the traditional Tet holiday far from home.
IMTM is the largest professional tourism fair in Israel and the Mediterranean region, held annually for more than 30 years. Taking place from February 3 to 4 at the Expo Tel Aviv Exhibition Centre, the fair features nearly 200 booths and thousands of delegates from over 50 countries.
Vietnam can contribute to Middle East peace not as a dominant power, but as a nation whose credibility stems from experience rather than coercion. Its post-war reconstruction, transforming a war-torn country into a developing nation integrated into the global economy, offers valuable lessons in rebuilding infrastructure, restoring social cohesion, and prioritising human development.
The presence of FPT, one of Vietnam's key technology firms, in Israel aims to learn from the country’s advanced startup ecosystem, technology education and innovation spirit while contributing technology-driven solutions to society.
The Vietnamese community in Israel remains closely engaged with the nation’s development, with deep affection, firm confidence and high expectations. They believe the Party and the State will continue to steer the country into a new phase of faster and more sustainable growth.
Talgam said that from a comparative and historical perspective, the CPV’s leadership has been the central factor underpinning the country’s enduring political stability and impressive development trajectory. In a world marked by rapid and unpredictable changes, few political organisations have been able to maintain continuity of leadership while simultaneously adapting their governance approach as effectively as the CPV.
The Vietnam - Israel Free Trade Agreement (VIFTA), which took effect in late 2024, is poised to provide a fresh boost to agricultural exports, with rice at the forefront.
The greatest benefit generated by the VIFTA lies in the immediate removal or phased deep reduction of many tariffs, significantly improving the price competitiveness of Vietnamese goods. At the same time, clearer provisions on rules of origin, customs procedures and trade remedies are helping foster long-term business partnerships.
The plan also calls for stronger trade and investment promotion activities in Israel to inform Israeli businesses about Vietnam’s investment climate and advantages, thereby expanding bilateral trade ties, attracting foreign investment into priority sectors and promoting Vietnamese goods to Israeli consumers and importers.
Arkia flight IZ595 departed Tel Aviv shortly after midnight local time and landed in Hanoi at 4.30pm after an 11.5-hour journey. The return flight leaves Hanoi at 7.40pm, arriving at Ben Gurion Airport at 2.25am the following day.
The substantive tariff preferences under VIFTA have quickly encouraged businesses from both countries to expand transactions, which have been translated directly into tangible trade growth.
Vietnam attended Agro-Mashov Exhibition 2025, which took place on December 8-9 in Ofakim, southern Israel, to explore cooperation opportunities, learn about new technologies, and promote trade relations in agriculture between the two countries.
A leader of Technion said the university stands ready to expand international cooperation through student and lecturer exchange programmes, postgraduate scholarships, joint research projects, and startup ecosystem connections.
Le Thai Hoa, Vietnamese Trade Counsellor in Israel suggested the two countries' enterprises enhance market surveys, participate in trade fairs, strengthen direct links and meet Israel’s updated technical standards aligned with EU and US regulations.
Under the pilot plan, Arkia will initially operate one weekly flight from January to June 2026.
With a network of 30 bureaus in countries and territories, the VNA has provided timely and objective articles on the local and regional situation, while helping international friends better understand Vietnam’s foreign policies, socio-economic strategies and achievements.
A discussion on Vietnamese cuisine, culture and tourism was held in Tel Aviv on September 14, aiming to deepen the understanding of Vietnamese culture and promote people-to-people exchanges between Vietnam and Israel, especially as the two countries expand cooperation across multiple fields.
A Vietnamese tech miracle is entirely within reach, if supported by well-structured, long-term, and drastic policies, said former Israeli Minister of Justice Yossi Beilin.
Former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Barak has described Vietnam as a prime example of how reform, courage, and determination could transform its harsh circumstances into a remarkable development success story.
Vietnam’s history has shown that even a small nation can defeat imperialism, win over occupation and oppression, and defend its right to self-determination, she said, calling it an invaluable lesson for global struggles for justice, freedom, and national independence.
Vietnam is a place where people with various cultures and interests could meet and hold talks, a former Israeli official said, adding this is the reason why it has been seen as a venue for negotiations and agreement-signing.
Vietnam has always been a symbol of revolutionary spirit and national liberation, inspiring the Palestinian people’s struggle, Issam Makhoul, Politburo member of the Communist Party of Israel (CPI) and Head of the Democratic Front for Peace and Equality (Hadash), has stated.