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• [New] Sustainable Agriculture: As global consumers demand more sustainable and organic products, Vietnam's agricultural sector is expected to pivot toward sustainable farming and eco-friendly products, such as organic coffee and eco-certified seafood. Vietnam Export Data
• [New] Electronics and Semiconductors: With the expansion of the electronics industry, Vietnam is expected to increase its exports of semiconductors and high-tech electronics components. Vietnam Export Data
• [New] Outcomes on discussions regarding transshipments and point of origin issues will be crucial to Vietnam maintaining the US as a key export partner. The Business Times
• [New] The prolonged process of establishing the formal relationship occurred as Vietnam faced increasing risks from US President Donald Trump's tariff blitz, including a significant reciprocal levy of 46% imposed in April. The Business Times
• [New] Vietnam targets increasing the exports of roasted and instant coffee and reach an export turnover to 5-6 billion USD by 2030. Vietnam+ (VietnamPlus)
• [New] Trump has cited a significant trade deficit with Vietnam, where multinational companies have major production facilities, as motivation for threatening so-called reciprocal tariffs on the Asian country. MarketsFarm
• [New] Airbus views SAF as a key pillar of international aviation's decarbonization strategy, particularly in countries like Vietnam, where there is strong potential for SAF production. Vietstock
• [New] Trump has cited a large trade deficit with Vietnam, where multinationals have large production facilities, as motivation for threatening to impose so-called reciprocal tariffs on the Asian country. UkrAgroConsult
• [New] Vietnam becomes a promising destination attracting more and more high-end coffee chain to join the opportunities, including foreign coffee chains like Starbucks, Highland coffee. UKEssays.com
• [New] High tariffs may reduce India's electronics exports to the US, but its edge over China and Vietnam could drive growth. The Economic Times
• [New] A new study provides an outline of the key barriers hindering the growth of Vietnam's seaweed industry and a look at the policy strategies needed to unlock its true potential. The Fish Site
• [New] Passenger demand is expected to be strong given the relaxation in visa requirements in several Asian countries, particularly China, Vietnam, Malaysia and Thailand. Focus on Travel News - ftnnews.com
• [New] India, Indonesia, and Vietnam are expected to see a surge in tourism due to the growing wealth of their middle classes. The Economic Times
• [New] With the global economy expected to weaken amid escalating trade tensions, Vietnam must pivot towards strengthening domestic growth engines to underpin its economic resilience. Scribd
• [New] The growing reliance on India and Vietnam highlights manufacturers' strategic shift to diversify supply chains away from China to reduce geopolitical risks and capitalize on the emerging production hubs. MacDailyNews
• [New] As Vietnam and Indonesia have received higher tariffs, there will be a contrast with the lower tariffs applied to Brazilian conilon. hEDGEpoint Global Markets
• Recognizing the interconnectedness of digital infrastructure and the construction industry's growth, bolstering cybersecurity measures becomes imperative to safeguard against potential threats and ensure the sustained development of Vietnam's construction sector. CYFIRMA
• Recognizing the critical role of secure logistics in supporting economic activities, fortifying cybersecurity measures becomes imperative to mitigate risks and ensure the resilience of Vietnam's logistics industry against evolving cyber threats. CYFIRMA
• Recognizing the nexus between technological innovation and economic growth, safeguarding the manufacturing sector becomes imperative, necessitating robust cybersecurity measures to protect against evolving threats and preserve Vietnam's economic resilience. CYFIRMA
• Vietnam, with its geographical and economic positioning, can support Mexico in expanding ties with ASEAN and the broader Asia-Pacific, while Mexico offers Vietnam access to new opportunities across Latin America. Vietnam+ (VietnamPlus)
• The US could increase tariffs on imports from Vietnam and other connector countries where Chinese companies finalise their products. economic-research.bnpparibas.com
• In the short term, Vietnam is still exposed to the risk of capital outflows and exchange rate pressures, against a backdrop of a strong dollar and unchanged interest rates in the US. economic-research.bnpparibas.com

Last updated: 19 June 2025