Tag: Middle East tensions

MoC calls for more large vessels to ferry oil from Middle East to Vietnam

These new requirements are part of a broader strategy to implement solutions for national energy security, stabilize transport and construction activities, and maintain socio-economic development amidst the Middle East conflicts.

August 05, 2025

Airlines to halt several domestic flights starting April 1 due to rising fuel costs

Should fuel prices remain around $200 per barrel, operational expenses for airlines could rise by roughly 40% compared to prior to the Middle East conflict.

August 05, 2025

Over 22% of HCMC industrial and export zone firms adjust production amid Middle East tensions

Measures primarily include rescheduling production timelines, optimizing material inventories, and seeking alternative supply sources to counter rising fuel, logistics, and material costs.

August 05, 2025

Trade ministry asks fuel firms to ensure stable supply

The move is made amid escalating military tensions in the Middle East, which has affected global fuel supply chains.

August 05, 2025

Fuel import tariffs reduced to 0% amids Middle East tensions

The preferential import tax for unleaded petrol is slashed from 10% to zero from March 9 to April 30.

August 05, 2025

PM requests to diversify oil supply sources amid Middle East tensions

The Prime Minister chairing a meeting with the Government's Working Group to discuss measures to ensure energy security for socio-economic development.

August 05, 2025

Middle East conflict hits Vietnam’s logistics sector hard

The two main maritime routes from Vietnam to the Middle East and Europe are facing different scenarios but share the same outcome: difficulty and increased costs.

August 05, 2025

Finance ministry proposes 0% import tariff on fuel to stabilise supply

The move is part of measures to stabilise domestic supply and safeguard national energy security amid growing global uncertainties.

August 05, 2025

Working group for energy security amid Middle East tensions set up

The group will regularly monitor, assess and forecast developments in the Middle East while addressing difficulties and obstacles to ensure an adequate supply of petroleum.

August 05, 2025

Vietnam Airlines keeps 12 direct air routes to Europe

Routes may be flexibly adjusted when necessary to ensure the highest level of safety for passengers and crew.

August 05, 2025

Import-export and logistics firms advised to take proactive measures amid Middle East tensions

Businesses are warned of possible increase in global prices for fuel, crude oil and consumer goods, indirectly affecting Vietnam’s production, import-export activities.

August 05, 2025

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