Vietnam not letting up in free trade deal bonanzas

Vietnam not letting up in free trade deal bonanzas

Since its national establishment in September 1945 and the country’s opening doors to the world economy 37 years ago, Vietnam has reaped significant economic bonanzas from a large network of economic links, including free trade agreements.
Vietnam-EU trade increases 14.8 percent in 2021

Vietnam-EU trade increases 14.8 percent in 2021

Trade between Vietnam and the EU rose 14.8 percent in 2021 to 63.6 billion USD despite impacts of COVID-19.
EU-Vietnam free trade deal beginning to fulfil promise

EU-Vietnam free trade deal beginning to fulfil promise

After over one year of entry into force, the EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement has enabled Vietnam to attract more investments from the EU and expand trade with this bloc’s member markets.
Remaining a key partner for Germany

Remaining a key partner for Germany

Vietnam and Germany are strongly cementing their strategic partnership, with trade and investment ties being further strengthened. To mark the Day of German Unity on October 3, German ambassador to Vietnam Dr. Guido Hildner talked with VIR’s Thanh Tung about the cooperation outlook for both nations.
More time and effort required for EVFTA-led pharma advances

More time and effort required for EVFTA-led pharma advances

The EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA) officially took effect in August 2020, opening tremendous prospects in the comprehensive partnership between the two.
EVFTA effect yet to blossom in pharma

EVFTA effect yet to blossom in pharma

While encouraging signs bring some hope for European players in the enforcement of the EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement, more conundrums are still to be solved to increase attraction for the local pharmaceutical market.
EVFTA promises an enhanced Vietnam

EVFTA promises an enhanced Vietnam

The National Assembly has passed the EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement and the EU-Vietnam Investment Protection Agreement, ushering in a new economic, trade, and investment co-operation outlook for both Vietnam and the EU.
Logistics industry seeks to utilise opportunities from EVFTA

Logistics industry seeks to utilise opportunities from EVFTA

The enforcement of the EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA) will promote export-import activities, thus bringing direct benefits to the country's logistics industry, experts have said.
Rules of origin pose questions for sectors jostling for position

Rules of origin pose questions for sectors jostling for position

Although the free trade agreement between the European Union and Vietnam will offer great opportunities for wood investors and exporters, its rules of origin may not provide a big boon to local textile and garment businesses.
German enterprises to pounce on improved conditions

German enterprises to pounce on improved conditions

The EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement and the EU-Vietnam Investment Protection Agreement are expected to pave the way for EU businesses to enter the Vietnamese market.
EU deal to force blanket progress

EU deal to force blanket progress

The EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement has been adopted by the European Parliament and is now awaiting approval from the European Council and Vietnam’s National Assembly.