Cargo at Long Beach Port, California, the US. (Photo: Xinhua/VNA)

ASEAN accelerates trade talks with US ahead of tariff suspension deadline

According to the earlier US tariff announcement, Cambodia encounters the highest rates of 49%, followed by Laos (48%), Vietnam (46%), Myanmar (44%), Thailand (36%), and Indonesia (32%). Meanwhile, Malaysia, Brunei, the Philippines, and Singapore face lower rates ranging from 10% to 24%.

At a roundtable between the delegation of Vietnam's Ministry of Agriculture and Environment and the US-ASEAN Business Council (USABC) on June 6. (Photo: VNA)

Vietnam–US trade ties make new progress

The agreements were signed as part of a working visit by a delegation from Vietnam’s Ministry of Agriculture and Environment to the states of Iowa, Ohio, and Maryland, and Washington D.C., from June 2 to 6.

Bagie Sherchand, Director of Strategic Partnerships and Alliances at the National Cooperative Business Association – CLUSA International (left) and Ngo Xuan Nam, Deputy Director of the Vietnam Sanitary and Phytosanitary Notification Authority and Enquiry Point at a working session in Hanoi on June 5. (Photo: VNA)

Vietnam, US seek ways to boost fruit trading

Vietnam’s legal framework governing fruit imports and exports is now relatively comprehensive. However, a lack of understanding of each country’s regulatory requirements among some exporters and importers continues to cause procedural difficulties.

Vietnamese Foreign Ministry’s spokeswoman Pham Thu Hang (Photo: VNA)

Vietnam urges US to ensure smooth visa process for students: spokeswoman

During a regular press briefing in Hanoi on May 29, Hang addressed concerns about the US Government's temporary suspension of new visas for foreign students, restrictions on Harvard University, which has been barred from admitting international students, and the requirement for current international students to either transfer schools or risk losing their legal status.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh (R) and Excelerate Energy President and CEO Steven Kobos at their meeting in Hanoi on May 29. (Photo: VNA)

PM calls for US firm’s cooperation in developing LNG hub in Vietnam

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh agreed with Excelerate Energy's proposal to position Vietnam as a regional LNG distribution hub, while encouraging the firm to further explore opportunities to expand and deepen cooperation with Vietnamese partners in providing technological solutions and long-term LNG supply.

US Congressman John Moolenaar (Photo: VNA)

Party official receives US congressmen delegation

On the tariff issue, Secretary of the Party Central Committee and head of its Commission for Policies and Strategies Tran Luu Quang called for continued negotiations based on a cooperative spirit and understanding of each other's demands, aiming for a harmonious agreement that protects the interests of both sides and reflects the current state of bilateral ties.

Vice Chairman of the National Assembly Tran Quang Phuong shakes hands with US Congressman John Moolenaar of Michigan at the meeting in Hanoi on May 28. (Photo: VNA)

Vietnam treasures comprehensive strategic partnership with US: NA leader

On tariff matters, Phuong welcomed the outcomes of recent negotiations and urged the visiting delegation to convey to President Donald Trump and the US administration that Vietnam treasures its relationship with the US and is keen to see continued mutual benefits from bilateral trade, investment and economic cooperation.

At the meeting of permanent Government members in Hanoi on May 24. (Photo: VNA)

Reciprocal trade negotiations with US must ensure Vietnam's core interests: PM

The future tasks must ensure Vietnam's core interests while helping consolidate and strengthen the Vietnam-US Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, bringing benefits to both countries and their consumers, and contributing to peace, stability, cooperation, and development in the region and the world, PM Chinh said.

Vietnam and the US hold the second negotiation session of the bilateral agreement on reciprocal trade in Washington D.C from May 19 to 22. - Illustrative image (Photo: VNA)

Vietnam, US look to boost bilateral economic, trade cooperation

Dien stated that Vietnam has a strong and stable demand for US products, equipment, and services, especially in hi-tech and energy sectors. He affirmed Vietnam’s commitment to fostering a transparent and healthy trade environment, noting that Vietnam stands ready to boost coordination with the US side in combating trade fraud, origin fraud, and illegal transshipment.

At the meeting between Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hong Dien and representatives of the US defence and aerospace giant Lockheed Martin in May 20 in Washington DC. (Photo: VNA)

Vietnam boosts strategic cooperation with leading US corporations

Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hong Dien asked the US corporate leaders to convey Vietnam's message to the administration of President Donald Trump: the two countries’ comprehensive strategic partnership is creating momentum for US businesses to thrive in Vietnam. Strengthening long-term cooperation will yield strategic benefits, help balance trade relations fairly and sustainably, and Vietnam should be treated as a priority trading partner.

MoIT Minister Nguyen Hong Dien, who is also head of the Government negotiation team, chairs a meeting with team members and representatives from relevant agencies before the first negotiation round. (Photo: moit.gov.vn)

Vietnam, US hold second round of trade negotiations

The two sides exchanged views in an open, straightforward, and constructive manner on the issues of mutual interest, working to clarify the draft agreement's wording and providing information on current policies of each side to lay the groundwork for further steps.

The Ministry of Finance seeks investment opportunities for Vietnamese enterprises in the US market. (Photo courtesy of the Ministry of Finance)

Vietnamese firms explore investment opportunities in US

Within the framework of the SelectUSA Investment Summite 2025, Vietnamese enterprises have proactively connected with potential partners and administrations of states to survey the market and seek cooperation opportunities.