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Vietnam thought it had a deal on its US tariff rate. Then Trump stepped in.
11-Jul-2025 Politico
Neither side has released documentation of the tariff terms, raising questions about whether they did, in fact, reach an agreement.
US and Vietnam reach initial tariff deal
3-Jul-2025 Politico
President Donald Trump said he will reduce tariffs on Vietnam while Hanoi will open its market to US agricultural products and strengthen rules of origin standards to cut down on transshipment.
Vietnam, US hold negotiations on new trade deal, ministry says
23-Jun-2025 Reuters
Vietnam and the United States held an online round of negotiations on a new trade deal on Thursday night, the Ministry of Industry and Trade said.
Vietnam, US conclude third round of bilateral trade talks
17-Jun-2025 Vietnam Plus
Vietnamese Minister Nguyen Hong Dien and US Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick engaged in negotiations, making considerable progress on tariffs and trade cooperation, with plans for an upcoming online working-level meeting and virtual ministerial dialogue to resolve outstanding issues.
Belgium urged to ratify EU-Vietnam Investment Protection Agreement
10-Jun-2025 Voice of Vietnam
Vietnamese National Assembly Chairman has called on the Belgian Parliament to swiftly ratify the European Union – Vietnam Investment Protection Agreement to facilitate stronger bilateral investment.
Vietnam, US conclude second round of talks on reciprocal trade deal
26-May-2025 Vietnam Plus
Vietnam and the United States made progress during the second round of reciprocal trade agreement negotiations held in Washington D.C., focusing on harmonizing interests and addressing key economic and trade issues.
Vietnam says second round of trade talks started in Washington
20-May-2025 Reuters
Vietnam and the United States have commenced the second round of trade negotiations in Washington to address key issues and accelerate progress toward a bilateral trade deal.
Vietnam, US promote negotiations on reciprocal trade agreement
18-May-2025 Vietnam+
This was the first in-person negotiation at the ministerial level between the two countries to implement the negotiation of the Vietnam-US Reciprocal Trade Agreement as directed by the high-ranking leaders of both countries.
Raw materials and resource-shackling under the EU’s FTA texts
6-May-2025 Third World Network
In the area of energy and raw materials, the EU comes up with regressive and restrictive text proposals for its free trade agreement with India (also Tunisia, Vietnam, Mexico) which are directly contradictory to its own conduct and regulations
Vietnam seeks more free trade deals to drive growth as Trump tariff looms
23-Apr-2025 Reuters
Vietnam is seeking to speed up its negotiations for new free trade agreements while more effectively exploiting the 17 ones it has already signed, as its export-reliant economy is bracing for US tariffs.
Xi makes a case for free trade as he tours Southeast Asia
16-Apr-2025 ABC
China’s Xi is making the case for free trade as he tours Southeast Asia this week, presenting China as a source of “stability and certainty.”
Việt Nam, US to start negotiations on reciprocal trade agreement
10-Apr-2025 Viêt Nam News
US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer stated that the US agreed to begin formal negotiations on a reciprocal trade agreement, including discussions on tariffs, and proposed that technical teams from both sides begin consultations immediately.
Vietnam envoy discusses enhanced trade, FTA with Sri Lanka trade minister
3-Mar-2025 Economy Next
Vietnam Ambassador and Sri Lanka Trade Minister discussed the potential FTAs. It raises critical questions about Sri Lanka’s ability to leverage such partnerships effectively amidst its own economic challenges and the need for a more robust trade strategy that prioritizes national interests over mere economic engagement.
Vietnam hopes to enhance comprehensive partnership with UAE: Deputy PM
10-Feb-2025 Vietnam Plus
Deputy Prime Minister Bui Thanh Son proposed the UAE consider establishing a transit and storage centre for crude oil and petrochemical products in Vietnam, and support the Southeast Asian nation in green transition and renewable energy initiatives.
Vietnam’s systematic attack on civil society breaches the free trade agreement with the EU, new complaint argues
5-Feb-2025 FIDH
Hanoi’s ongoing crackdown on human rights defenders working on sustainable development violates the EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement.
Norway, EFTA want comprehensive, modern FTA with Vietnam
20-Jan-2025 Tuoi Tre News
The Norwegian Parliament has expressed positive signals regarding the long-awaited free trade agreement under negotiation since 2012 between Vietnam and the European Free Trade Association, which includes Norway.
Vietnam expands FTA network
12-Nov-2024 Vietnam+
Vietnam has signed and implemented 17 Free Trade Agreements and is negotiating two more.
UAE, Vietnam seal comprehensive economic partnership agreement
7-Nov-2024 Gulf Business
The bilateral trade pact is expected to unlock new avenues for cooperation in key sectors such as food production, apparel, machinery, and metals.
Vietnam strives to enact FTA with Israel from Oct
28-Aug-2024 The Investor
The Vietnamese Ministry of Finance is drafting a government decree on tax for the implementation of the Vietnam-Israel Free Trade Agreement in 2024-2027, aiming to start the decree from October 15.
PM urges early conclusion of Vietnam-UAE CEPA negotiations
27-Aug-2024 Vietnam+
Vietnamese Prime Minister called for the early conclusion of negotiations on the Vietnam-United Arab Emirates (UAE) Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement at a reception in Hanoi on August 26 for UAE Minister of State for Foreign Trade.