The Trump administration has launched national security investigations into imports of robotics, industrial machinery and medical devices, a move that could pave the way for fresh tariffs and raise costs for consumers, hospitals and manufacturers.

The United States has cautioned that some ASEAN countries may face higher tariffs if ongoing negotiations on trade fail to produce favourable outcomes.

Vietnam is ready to discuss and work with the US side to resolve existing difficulties, continue to promote fair and sustainable bilateral trade cooperation, ensuring the legitimate interests of people and businesses in both countries.

European Union (EU) officials plan to press Vietnam tomorrow to lift administrative barriers on EU goods, as the bloc’s trade deficit with Hanoi expands amid global trade tensions, according to two European officials and a draft document.

Across markets, TRAV urges exporters to: monitor pricing and margins; maintain robust documentation on input origin and production; and avoid reliance on restricted third-country inputs.

As Vietnam eyes export growth target of at least 12%, contributing to realising the GDP expansion of 8.3-8.5% this year and double-digit, PM Chinh outlined key measures across multiple sectors.

Vietnamese enterprises risk losing market access to the United States and the European Union due to new, stringent regulations targeting PFAS ("forever chemicals") and Mineral Oil.

Despite having 18 FTAs in place—17 already in effect and covering nearly 90 percent of global GDP—Vietnamese enterprises are utilizing tariff preferences at only 30 to 40 percent.

Vietnam stands ready to discuss with the US to further promote equitable and sustainable bilateral trade as well as the legitimate interests of people and businesses of both sides.

Pakistan and Vietnam are both growing economies, and cooperation between the two countries is essential.