The Vietnam – Malaysia trade in the Halal sector is experiencing robust growth, yet Vietnamese exporters continue to grapple with a widening trade deficit and the stringent demands of Islamic certification standards.
A working delegation from the Ministry of Construction led by Deputy Minister Nguyen Tuong Van recently held separate bilateral talks with Chinese and Malaysian sides to bolster collaboration in construction and urban development to a deep and substantive fashion.
Malaysia is Vietnam’s third-largest trading partner in ASEAN and ninth globally, as well as a key investor with 731 valid projects worth about 13 billion USD. Bilateral trade reached 9.23 billion USD by July 2025, up 8% year-on-year, nearing the 18 billion USD target.
Exquisite craftwork, diverse dishes, and vibrant music have captured the attention of international visitors at the National Entrepreneurs Day (HUN) 2025 held in Kuala Lumpur from September 12-16.
A delegation from Ho Chi Minh City on August 26 held the Kuala Lumpur-Ho Chi Minh City Business Roundtable at Taylor’s University in Selangor state with a view to promoting bilateral investment initiatives.
Vietnam – Malaysia trade reached 14.2 billion USD in 2024. In the first half of 2025, bilateral trade increased 6% year-on-year to 7.7 billion USD.
The two sides will collaborate on initiatives such as co-branded advertising, familiarisation trips, and cultural events to highlight Malaysia’s appeal as a leisure and business destination, while positioning Vietnam Airlines as the preferred carrier.
As an ASEAN member, Vietnam is advancing its strategic vision to become the region's renewable energy hub, with strong commitments to clean energy development, emissions reduction, and meeting Southeast Asia's growing energy demands.
A highlight of the Vietnam Goods Week in Malaysia is the introduction of Vietnamese culinary booths featuring iconic dishes like Vietnamese banh mi (baguette), pho (rice noodle), and coffee by the "Saigon Station" restaurant.
Food imported to Malaysia must be produced in facilities that follow food safety assurance programmes recognised by the Malaysian Ministry of Health.
Malaysia has initiated an anti-dumping investigation into galvanised iron coils/sheets or galvanised steel coils/sheets originating or imported from Vietnam.
At least over the past month, optimism for Malaysia's medium- and long-term growth prospects has remained unchanged, the country’s Economy Minister Seri Rafizi Ramli has said.
Vietnamese goods, especially farm produce, are expanding their presence in retail chains and supermarkets across Malaysia, including well-known ones, reflecting growing consumer preference for Vietnamese products, according to Trade Counsellor of Vietnam in Malaysia Le Phu Cuong.
Vietnam recently showcased its certified halal products at the Melaka Halal Festival 2024 in Malaysia, a move to expand its presence in the global halal market.
Ample room remain for boosting trade cooperation between Vietnam and Malaysia, including the export of Vietnamese tra (pangsius) fish, as both countries strive to capitalise on regional trade agreements such as the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) and the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), experts have said.
A delegation of the Vietnamese Ministry of Industry and Trade led by Minister Nguyen Hong Dien had a working session with TNB Renewables Sdn Bhd in Kuala Lumpur on November 22.
Prof. Dr Awang Azman Awang Pawi from the Kuala Lumpur-based University of Malaya has described economic cooperation as the main pillar of the relationship between Vietnam and Malaysia.
The official visit to Malaysia from November 21-23 by Party General Secretary To Lam is expected to open up new opportunities for and mark a new milestone in the economic and trade cooperation between Vietnam and Malaysia. Vietnam and Malaysia are key economic, trade, and investment partners. Their economic and trade ties have steadily grown since the two nations established diplomatic relations in 1973.
Cooperation in the Halal industry can help Vietnamese products reach nearly 2 billion Muslim consumers worldwide, representing over 24% of the global population, according to Malaysia’s Minister of Investment, Trade, and Industry Zafrul Abdul Aziz.
Vietnam exported 7,260 tonnes of rubber to Malaysia, valued at 11.5 million USD in October, surging by 861% in volume and 1,240% in value year-on-year, according to the General Department of Customs.
The Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) proudly announces the successful conclusion of the DEX Connex Programme in Vietnam, in conjunction with the prestigious Vietnam Innovation Summit 2024.
Potential for cooperation between Vietnam and Malaysia, particularly in the food industry, has been introduced to Malaysian partners and attendees within the framework of the ongoing Selangor International Business Summit (SBIS) 2024 in Kuala Lumpur.
The Asia Economic Cooperation Forum 2024 was held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on September 28, serving as a bridge connecting Vietnamese businesses with others from Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia and Hong Kong (China).
Flight MH748 of Malaysia Airlines, carrying 160 passengers from Kuala Lumpur, landed at Da Nang International Airport on December 24, marking its first flight on the Kuala Lumpur - Da Nang route.