Switzerland sees downside as FTA not yet reached

Switzerland sees downside as FTA not yet reached

The entry into force of the EU-Vietnam free trade agreement (FTA) has put Swiss exporters at a competitive disadvantage over their main EU competitors.
Members look for quick EFTA accord

Members look for quick EFTA accord

Vietnam is hoping that a free trade agreement with the European Free Trade Area – which comprises of Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein – will improve both sides’ market access in trade. However, negotiations are dragging on into their ninth year.
Interest broadening for Swiss groups in Vietnam

Interest broadening for Swiss groups in Vietnam

Switzerland is now tightening bilateral investment ties with Vietnam as one of the largest European investors in the country. Swiss Ambassador to Vietnam Ivo Sieber shared with Celine Luu some of the fascinating fields that Swiss corporations are interested in, and how Vietnam should improve on their tailor-made policies to lure in more Swiss funds through free trade agreements.