Vietnam maintains its top position in ASEAN's wood sector
By market, the United States remains the largest destination for Vietnam’s wood exports, with turnover reaching $4.3 billion, accounting for nearly 49.7% of its total wood exports.
Vietnam leads ASEAN in AI readiness: Microsoft study
Vietnam currently ranks first in ASEAN in the proportion of AI pioneers, with 39% of workers classified as advanced AI users—more than double the global average of 16%, according to Microsoft Vietnam’s Work Trend Index 2026 report.
Energy should become key pillar of ASEAN-Russia relations: Prime Minister
At the ASEAN-Russia Business Forum, held in Kazan, Russia, on June 17, Vietnamese Prime Minister Le Minh Hung highlighted that given the rapid and complex transformations around the world, it is imperative for ASEAN and Russia to foster trusted partnerships, stable markets, and resilient supply chains.
ASEAN Future Forum 2026 wraps up
Speaking at the closing session on June 10 afternoon, Vietnamese Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Hoai Trung said the forum addressed issues of critical importance to all ASEAN members and the bloc’s partners, while creating a platform to discuss emerging and long-term challenges facing the region.
ASEAN must become active force in shaping new rules of era: Vietnamese PM
In his keynote address to the ASEAN Future Forum 2026 which opened in Hanoi on June 9, Vietnamese Prime Minister Le Minh Hung stressed that ASEAN should continue upholding the values that have underpinned its success - solidarity, resilience and unity in diversity, while embracing greater innovation in both thinking and action.
ASEAN Future Forum 2026 opens in Hanoi
In his welcoming remarks, Foreign Minister Le Hoai Trung said Vietnam established the forum with the aim of creating an open, substantive and forward-looking space for dialogue among ASEAN member states and international partners.
Hanoi strengthens connectivity with ASEAN cities
Strengthening cooperation among ASEAN cities is not only an inevitable necessity but also a crucial driver for realizing a resilient, creative, and sustainable ASEAN Community.
ASEAN Future Forum 2026 to focus on peace, prosperity, people-centered development
Initiated by Viet Nam, the Forum was designed to create an open, inclusive and forward-looking space for leaders, scholars and business representatives to discuss strategic issues facing ASEAN and the region, according to the Foreign Ministry’s Spokesperson.
Prime Minister Le Minh Hung calls for ratification of ASEAN Petroleum Security Agreement
At the 48th ASEAN Summit held on May 8 in Cebu, the Philippines, the Vietnamese leader also called for effective implementation of the ASEAN Plan of Action for Energy Cooperation (APAEC) for the 2026-2030 period, the ASEAN Power Grid, and the Trans-ASEAN Gas Pipeline.
Vietnam seen as a strategic market for Italy in ASEAN
In the context of constantly shifting global trade, Italy's recognition of Vietnam as a leading strategic market in ASEAN not only opens up opportunities for trade cooperation but also promotes sustainable and long-term bilateral economic relations, according to H.E. Ms. Alessandra Tognonato, Consul General of Italy in Ho Chi Minh City.
Vietnam tops ASEAN consumer sentiment index: UOB study
Vietnam led the region with a score of 67, up three points from 2024.
Vietnam’s 30 years in ASEAN: Growth & engagement
Vietnam’s 30 years in ASEAN have been marked by a continuing commitment to regional peace, economic integration, sustainable growth, and shared prosperity.
Labor migration on the rise within ASEAN
Intra-bloc migrant labor is a key feature of the ASEAN labor market.
Trade with ASEAN in five months up 10.4%
Vietnam’s total trade value with other ASEAN member States reached $38 billion in January-May this year.
Vietnam supports cooperation between ASEAN, GCC and China
At the inaugural ASEAN-Gulf Cooperation Council-China summit held on May 27 in Kuala Lumpur, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh emphasized the need to focus cooperation on trade, investment and supply chain connectivity.
Vietnam proposes ASEAN, GCC formulate new inter-regional cooperation model
Addressing the 2nd ASEAN - Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Summit held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on May 27. Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh suggested the two blocs jointly shape a new inter-regional cooperation model.
Prime Minister shares vision for successful ASEAN in smart era
During a session on ASEAN in Davos, PM Pham Minh Chinh highlighted that ASEAN needs to enter the "smart era" with an ambitious mindset.
One Global Vietnam - ASEAN 2024 to foster regional cooperation and innovation
Event to focus on maximizing cooperation between nations and promoting solidarity within the community of Vietnamese intellectuals and experts in ASEAN.
PM Chinh to attend ASEAN Summit in Laos next week
Vietnam has been proactive, responsible, and persistent in upholding ASEAN’s principles.
ASEAN senior level committee on financial integration holds 28th meeting
AMRO forecasts Vietnam reaches its highest growth rate of 6.3% in 2024 and 6.5% in 2025.