Coffee export under new pressure (Sunday, May 31,2026)

A sharp increase in global supply is driving down world coffee prices. Vietnamese coffee industry is facing pressure from declining export value and increasingly fierce competition.

  Largest Australian rice distributor expands investment in Vietnam (Saturday, May 30,2026)

SunRice Group – Australia’s largest rice producer and distributor – plans to increase the capacity of its rice processing plant in Vietnam's Dong Thap province to 120,000 tonnes per year.

  Forecast of two scenarios for pepper exports in 2026 (Saturday, May 30,2026)

Despite facing many pressures, Vietnam's pepper exports in 2026 are still projected to maintain positive growth thanks to strong recovery in import demand from the US and China.

  FDI attraction: Time to shift from “red carpet rollout” to long-term partnership (Friday, May 29,2026)

An expert perceived that Vietnam needs to move towards a new-generation investment attraction model – one that seeks not only capital but also advanced technology, modern governance, innovation and stronger spillover effects on domestic enterprises.

  Blue carbon partnership launched to unlock green finance (Friday, May 29,2026)

The National Blue Carbon Action Partnership (NBCAP) was officially launched on May 28 at a ceremony in Hanoi, alongside the inaugural meeting of a national working group tasked with guiding its implementation.

  Vietnam agricultural market on May 29: Coffee prices fell sharply (Friday, May 29,2026)

Vietnam’s agricultural markets on the morning of May 29, 2026 saw coffee and durian prices come under strong downward pressure across key producing regions, while pepper, rice and live hog markets remained largely stable with mixed trading sentiment.

  Vietnam plays key role as discussant at WTO Trade Policy Review session (Friday, May 29,2026)

Under WTO practice, the discussant is typically an ambassador invited by the Chair of the Trade Policy Review Body (TPRB) on the basis of his or her standing and credibility within the organisation.

  Reference exchange rate rises 2 VND on May 29 (Friday, May 29,2026)

With the current trading band of +/- 5%, the ceiling rate applicable for commercial banks during the day is 26,396 VND/USD, and the floor rate 23,882 VND/USD.

  Dong Thap tightens control of fishing fleet to combat IUU fishing (Friday, May 29,2026)

Dong Thap province currently manages 1,477 registered and licensed fishing vessels, with all eligible boats equipped with voyage monitoring systems (VMS). About 60% of the fleet consists of large-capacity vessels operating in offshore fishing grounds including Con Dao, Truong Sa and the DK1 platform area.

  More than 7,700 farmers trained in climate risk financial management (Friday, May 29,2026)

AgriCRF-VN successfully piloted four insurance products in An Giang, Dong Thap and Can Tho, covering nearly 1,540 hectares of rice cultivation.

  Promoting digital economy: driving force for growth (Friday, May 29,2026)

The digital economy is becoming a crucial growth driver for Vietnam, aiming to account for 30% of GDP by 2030.

  Vietnam's seafood exports may surpass US$12 billion (Friday, May 29,2026)

Amidst the gradual recovery of global trade, the resurgence of food consumption demand in many major markets, and the benefits of free trade agreements (FTAs), Vietnam's seafood industry is facing a great opportunity to strive for an 8-10% growth target, bringing export turnover to over US$12 billion in 2026.

  Vietnam agricultural market – May 28, 2026: Robusta coffee surged (Thursday, May 28,2026)

Vietnam’s agricultural markets on May 28, 2026 recorded a strong upswing in coffee prices, driven by gains on the London exchange. Meanwhile, rice and rubber maintained stable trading, while durian and live hog prices edged lower under supply pressure.

  Agricultural export face new pressure from market and green barriers (Thursday, May 28,2026)

Although export value of agricultural, forestry and aquatic products continued to increase in the first four months of 2026, many key products are under pressure due to decreased demand and increased import standards.

  Building a database of growing areas to pave a way for agricultural and forestry products to enter EU (Thursday, May 28,2026)

EUDR is requiring traceability down to each production plot, forcing Vietnam to accelerate development of a database of growing areas to maintain exports of agricultural and forestry products to EU.

  Industry and Trade sector: Opening markets for Vietnamese agricultural products (Thursday, May 28,2026)

36 years after the first rice export shipment, Vietnamese agricultural products are increasingly asserting their position in the world, marked by opening of markets and integration by Industry and Trade sector.

  Da Nang city emerges as global innovation start-up hub (Thursday, May 28,2026)

Da Nang has rapidly expanded its ecosystem over recent years with a series of successes in new regional and global companies, helping establish the city as ‘Vietnam’s fastest-growing start-up ecosystem.

  Deputy PM urges strict risk control for VIFC rollout (Thursday, May 28,2026)

Under the Government’s plan, VIFC-HCMC is positioned as a multi-functional international financial hub focusing on banking services, capital markets and international investment connectivity, while VIFC-DN is being developed into a specialised centre for fintech, digital finance and green finance.

  Vietnamese products make strong impression at Foodservice Australia 2026 (Thursday, May 28,2026)

International visitors expressed positive impressions of Vietnamese products displayed at the fair. Nelma Sanjines, senior supervisor at ESP Catering in Sydney, praised the flavour of Vietnamese chilli sauce and soy sauce as well as the attractive packaging of confectionery products.

  Int'l exhibition on modern agricultural supplies opens in Ho Chi Minh City (Thursday, May 28,2026)

AMAI Vietnam 2026 aims to help Vietnamese enterprises directly connect with international partners and establish more efficient supply chains.

  Vietnam's growth challenge and transformation pressure (Thursday, May 28,2026)

Climate change and the Net-Zero 2050 goal are putting Vietnam under pressure to restructure its growth. From an environmental risk, carbon is gradually becoming a quantifiable economic variable, with carbon credits emerging as a central tool for a low-emission economy.

  Plan to strengthen trade promotion for handicraft products approved (Thursday, May 28,2026)

The Ministry of Industry and Trade has just issued Decision 1053/QD-BCT approving the Plan to strengthen trade promotion for handicraft products in traditional craft villages.

  Diversifying transportation methods, maintaining supply chains with the Middle East (Wednesday, May 27,2026)

The second flight carrying 98 tonnes of goods taking off from Tan Son Nhat airport to the Middle East is proof of maintaining stability of Vietnam's supply chain amidst global fluctuations.

  Standardizing planting area codes to protect Vietnamese agricultural product brands (Wednesday, May 27,2026)

Completing legal framework for managing planting area codes and packaging facilities is a necessary step to enhance transparency and accountability in the agricultural export chain.

  Vietnamese rice export expected to recover from Q2/2026 (Wednesday, May 27,2026)

Rice exports are expected to recover from Q2/2026 thanks to resurgence in import demand, along with a global market trend favoring high-quality, low-emission rice.

  Vietnam agricultural market on May 27, 2026: Central highlands coffee prices slightly rebounded (Wednesday, May 27,2026)

In the morning session of May 27, 2026, Vietnam’s agricultural market recorded a modest recovery in coffee prices, while premium durian remained at high levels. Meanwhile, pepper and live hog prices declined in several regions.

  Phu Tho expands strategic cooperation with Chinese enterprises (Wednesday, May 27,2026)

With its advantageous geographic location, ample development potential, an increasingly open investment climate, and a strong commitment to supporting businesses, Phu Tho is steadily enhancing its appeal to major Chinese corporations in high-tech industries, manufacturing and processing, logistics, energy, and strategic infrastructure.

  Sweet start: Bac Ninh ships over 1,000 tonnes of early lychees overseas (Wednesday, May 27,2026)

According to the provincial Department of Industry and Trade, Bac Ninh has sold roughly 4,010 tonnes of early-ripening lychee so far, including more than 2,921 tonnes consumed domestically and nearly 1,089 tonnes exported.

  Hanoi to host major toy and child products exhibition (Wednesday, May 27,2026)

According to representatives of Vinexad, the exhibition will introduce a wide range of new products, including educational toys, creative products, childcare and safety equipment, and solutions for preschool education. The event is expected to provide businesses with opportunities to secure stable supply sources, expand distribution networks and update themselves on the latest consumer and technology trends in the industry.

  Ninh Binh eliminates all 'three-no' fishing vessels (Wednesday, May 27,2026)

At present, 608 of Ninh Binh's 611 active fishing vessels measuring 15 metres or more in length have installed VMS, representing 99.51% compliance.