How does Canberra cope in a world that threatens to spin off into competing blocs and help shape a world that preserves multilateralism, even if the United States is not a constructive part of it?

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) continues to be an attractive destination for Vietnamese goods, yet exporters are being warned of increasingly sophisticated trade scams lurking beneath the surface.

The Asia New Zealand Foundation has maintained a long-standing and close partnership with the Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam, allowing both sides to exchange perspectives and learn from each other’s experiences.

U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday said Japan was being "tough" in trade talks and the European Union had not yet offered what he considered a fair deal, as a team led by Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stayed at the G7 meeting in Canada to keep working on trade issues after Trump's abrupt early departure.

We've started a fight with the whole world, not just China.

Cement manufacturers expressed concern on the higher reciprocal tariff imposed by the United States on Vietnam, citing this may lead to more cement imports, placing greater pressure on the local industry.

Differences across all areas under discussion are narrowed down.

The United States is pushing Vietnam in tariff talks to reduce the use of Chinese tech in devices that are assembled in the country before being exported to America, three people briefed on the matter said.

Vietnam and the United States made progress during a third round of trade negotiations last week, but critical issues remain unresolved, requiring further analysis and continued dialogue, Vietnam's trade ministry said on Sunday.

While keeping the U.S. president onside will be important, erstwhile allies would do well to coordinate their response to Washington’s wholesale assault on its partners.