Investment

During the talks on October 8, the two PMs affirmed that defence and security cooperation remains a pillar of the bilateral ties, agreeing to strengthen coordination in maintaining security, political stability and social order, combating transnational crime, drug-related crime, human trafficking, smuggling and high-tech crime, and managing and protecting the shared border.

JICA plans to direct these loan facilities toward projects assisting Vietnamese enterprises with technology transfer, business matching, and improved financial access.

The facility aims to build a GMP-certified complex producing human pharmaceuticals, functional foods, cosmetics, medical equipment, and medical supplies.

Starting September 15, 2026, the northern mountainous province completed 118 trial flights hauling harvested coffee in Muong Ang Commune, carrying payloads of 50 kg per trip.

The Vietnamese legislature strongly supports directions to strengthen Vietnam-Panama relations and commits to creating a favorable legal corridor to implement bilateral agreements and expand high-potential cooperation.

The initial scale of the social housing loan program was VND120 trillion (nearly $4.62 billion), with participation from four state-owned commercial banks.