Vietnam – South Korea economic, trade and investment cooperation roundtable held in Hanoi
The event took place as part of South Korean President Lee Jae Myung’s State visit to Vietnam from April 21-24.
Vietnam, RoK seek more balanced $150 billion trade by 2030
During a meeting with Vietnamese Prime Minister Le Minh Hung, South Korean President Lee agreed with the proposals, affirming coordination with Vietnam to identify measures to raise bilateral trade to $150 billion by 2030 in a more balanced manner, and to facilitate deeper participation by Vietnamese firms in the RoK’s global supply chains.
Continued confidence from foreign investors
Impressive FDI figures for the opening quarter of 2026 confirm the belief investors hold in Vietnam’s future.
S Korea’s Deputy PM eyes AI, semiconductor cooperation with Vietnam
In particular, the South Korean delegation praised the Vietnam-Korea Institute of Science and Technology (VKIST) as a flagship model for bilateral cooperation.
Vietnam prepares necessary conditions for nuclear power development
Deputy Prime Minister Ho Quoc Dung reaffirmed this stance during a meeting with Mr. Mikhail Chudakov, Deputy Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), in Hanoi on April 22.
Urgent need for Vietnam to fast-track strategic oil reserves
Stakeholders shared their thoughts on the urgent need for Vietnam to fast-track strategic oil reserves, align the net-zero roadmap with domestic capacity, and diversify supply sources to strengthen its energy security.
PM urges greater budget focus on hi-tech, core technologies
Under the Politburo’s Resolution 57, at least 3% of total annual State budget expenditure should be allocated to science, technology, innovation, and digital transformation.
Exports of computers, electronic products and components hit $30.72bln in Q1
Key markets including the US, China, EU, and the Republic of Korea.
Da Nang eyes logistics development cooperation with Malaysia
Authorities of central Da Nang city have visited Malaysia’s Tanjung Pelepas Port, one of Southeast Asia’s largest container transshipment hubs.
Vietnam, RoK target $150bln in bilateral trade by 2030
Leaders of the two countries committed to facilitating trade and opening markets for each other’s goods.
Consequences resulting from fuel price rises
Fuel price rises have triggered higher prices in inputs and materials used throughout Vietnam’s economy and support has become crucial.
Digitalising public security to enhance operational efficiency
Alongside the rollout of the national population database and the VNeID digital identity platform, integrating technologies such as radio frequency identification and mobile computing is increasingly seen as the next step in strengthening Vietnam’s public security system.
Slot capacity increases at Tan Son Nhat airport for holiday peak
The move is intended to ensure flexible and efficient operations, reduce flight delays, and accommodate rising passenger demand during the upcoming Reunification Day (April 30)- May Day (May 1) holiday peak.
89% of small businesses expect growth in 2026: survey
An Asia-Pacific survey released by CPA Australia show that growth prospects are driven by increased adoption of technology, rapid e-commerce expansion, and improved corporate governance practices.
Mining & Construction Vietnam 2026 opens at VEC
The exhibition features six international pavilions representing 200 enterprises from 17 countries and territories, including the Czech Republic, Malaysia, India, China, and the Netherlands.
Vietnam celebrates World Creativity and Innovation Day
A ceremony held on April 21 to mark the World Creativity and Innovation Day, highlighting the role of innovation in driving sustainable growth.
Vietnam, RoK to strengthen ties in transport and urban development
Having exported high-speed trains to several countries, South Korea is now looking to expand its collaboration with Vietnam, specifically by proposing to supply trains for Metro Line No. 2 in Ho Chi Minh City.
Vietnam’s path to energy self-sufficiency
The path to Vietnam’s energy self-sufficiency will rely on continued advances in science and technology for greater domestic production.
Vietnam ranks among world's leading exporting economies in 2025: WTO
With export revenue of $473 billion in 2025, Vietnam ranking 18th out of the world's 30 largest exporting economies.
Vietnam, UNIDO sign deal for sustainable industrial development
The Country Program for Inclusive and Sustainable Industrial Development for 2025–2028 has an estimated budget of $72 million.