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.

Malaysia will continue imposing duties on exporters from China and Japan, while terminating duties for relevant exporters from South Korea and Vietnam, effective June 23, 2025.

The Lee Jae Myung administration is spurring its tariff negotiations with the United States as the July 8 deadline for the so-called "July package" fast approaches.

Auto sales plunge as consumers brace for higher prices amid trade uncertainty

Export controls which cause collateral damage, deliberate targeting of Indian industry by China and the overarching problem of securitization of cross-border trade pose problems.