Amid rapid advances in artificial intelligence and digital technologies, global demand for semiconductors is soaring, creating both opportunities and competition pressure.

On March 18, VASEP announced that Viet Nam’s seafood products have, for the first time, reached 97 countries and territories, marking a significant milestone in market diversification and international integration.

Japanese Ambassador Ito Naoki said the loan underscores the Japanese government’s strong commitment to supporting Việt Nam in achieving its Nationally Determined Contribution targets, advancing green growth.

According to data from the Viet Nam Association of Seafood Processing and Export (VASEP), shrimp export turnover in the first two months reached 690 million USD, an increase of 20% compared to the same period last year.

According to the Viet Nam Textile and Garment Association, the industry aims to achieve approximately 49 billion USD, equivalent to an increase of about 6% this year.

Following positive growth in January, Viet Nam's tuna exports began to show signs of slowing down in February 2026. The industry is facing a period of significant volatility, simultaneously under pressure from stringent technical barriers, escalating logistics costs, and fierce tariff competition in key markets.

Successfully making its way onto the sushi conveyor belt is just the beginning. With the advantage of being boneless and having a competitive price, Vietnamese pangasius is opening its doors to "cover" the Japanese market through deep-processed products.

Viet Nam’s exports to the United States continue to post strong growth across key sectors, though intensifying competition and tighter trade measures are putting pressure on businesses to strengthen compliance and risk management.

U.S. President Donald Trump's request to delay the planned summit in Beijing with Chinese leader Xi Jinping casts a shadow over mutual ties that have been stable since their last meeting in October, but is unlikely to cause a major setback, analysts said.

EU lawmakers will vote on Thursday on legislation to enact parts of the EU-U.S. trade deal after twice suspending their work because they did not believe the United States was sticking to its side of the agreement.