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EU and Vietnam elevate relations to a comprehensive strategic partnership

January 29, 2026 | 15:22

On January 29, the European Union and Vietnam announced the upgrade of their bilateral relationship to a comprehensive strategic partnership.

EU Council president to visit Vietnam amid partnership upgrade

January 28, 2026 | 11:00

European Council President António Costa will visit Vietnam on January 29 as the EU and Vietnam elevate ties to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

GreenYellow marks five years of clean energy growth in Vietnam

December 26, 2025 | 15:51

GreenYellow marks five years of clean energy growth in Vietnam and over 150 solar projects supporting businesses and communities in energy transition.

EU boosts emergency aid after Typhoon Kalmaegi

November 14, 2025 | 17:42

The EU has increased humanitarian aid for Vietnam after Typhoon Kalmaegi, adding €200,000 to earlier relief efforts following recent severe floods.

Vietnam remains promising destination for European investment in Asia

October 14, 2025 | 19:04

Against the backdrop of the volatile and unpredictable global environment, Vietnam remains one of the top destinations for European investment in Asia.

EU offers $500 million package to facilitate Vietnam’s Just Energy Transition

October 11, 2025 | 14:08

The European Commission and other European actors have announced a nearly $500 million package to advance the Bac Ai Pumped Hydro Storage project.

EU regulations stall pepper exports

July 18, 2025 | 17:29

Vietnam’s pepper exports to the EU face major delays, with nearly 250 tonnes held at port due to new food safety certification rules since July 1.

EU and France team up to modernise Vietnam's hydropower sector

June 23, 2025 | 18:01

Team Europe is assisting EVN in improving safety, environmental, and operational standards at the Ialy hydropower plant through joint technical assistance.

EU lists Thailand as low-risk for deforestation-free trade

June 02, 2025 | 13:22

Thailand has been officially designated a “Low Risk” country under the European Union’s Deforestation-free Regulation (EUDR), easing the export of Thai agricultural products to EU markets.

EU promotes safe poultry choices in South Korea

May 29, 2025 | 08:00

A new campaign highlights Europe’s high standards in poultry production and food safety.

Europe slaps provisional tariffs on Vietnamese steel

April 14, 2025 | 17:12

The European Commission has imposed provisional anti-dumping duties on hot-rolled steel imports from Egypt, Japan, and Vietnam.

Agriculture exports under impacts of US, EU tariffs

March 11, 2025 | 10:59

US and EU tariff barriers create significant challenges for Vietnamese agricultural products, but there are also opportunities for businesses that are ready to adapt promptly.

Barriers remain as firms pursue e-commerce growth with EU

November 03, 2024 | 15:47

Opportunities for Vietnamese businesses in the EU cross-border e-commerce market are growing, but barriers related to regulations and legal challenges need addressing.

EU relishes net-zero role with Vietnam

October 22, 2024 | 13:00

European businesses are speeding up green initiatives in Vietnam to tap into local growing transition demands, with a major conference to take place in Ho Chi Minh City this week on the issue.