The Halal market is considered highly promising for Vietnamese businesses.

The US has officially announced the results of its 20th administrative review (POR20) on anti-dumping duties for frozen pangasius (tra fish) fillets imported from Vietnam, with seven Vietnamese exporters granted a 0% tariff rate, according to the Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producer.

The probe, initiated on June 11 following a petition by the US Coalition for Fair Trade in Hardwood Plywood, targets products classified under HS Code 4412 and 9403 imported from China, Indonesia and Việt Nam.

With its misguided tariff wars, the Trump administration is not only disrupting historical trade ties with the world’s largest economies, but waging war against economic development in the Global South.

Rice prices in India have experienced a modest increase this week as global demand for the staple begins to recover. This comes as markets in Vietnam and Thailand remain subdued due to slow buying and abundant supply.

The latest Economic Survey of Vietnam by the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) projects that the country’s gross domestic product (GDP) will increase by 6.2 per cent in 2025 and 6 per cent in 2026, led by domestic demand.

Instead of just being a manufacturing destination based on low-cost advantages, Vietnam is moving towards an industrial development model based on quality, high technology and sustainability - something that has been a big challenge for many localities in recent times.

If digital transformation helps increase productivity, reduce costs, and enhance competitiveness, ESG is the standard for businesses to affirm sustainable value with investors, partners, and consumers.

Vietnam and Cambodia have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening economic and trade ties at a workshop held on June 20 in Phnom Penh.

Rather than being fixated on its trade dispute with the United States (US), China is refocusing its efforts towards bolstering ties with non-confrontational partners, including developing nations, to boost trade and investments.