China spares major cognac makers from EU brandy dumping duties
World 13:43 05/07/2025SHANGHAI/PARIS -- China spared major cognac producers Pernod Ricard, LVMH and Remy Cointreau from hefty duties on EU brandy on Friday, a rare bright spot at a time of trade tensions between Brussels and Beijing as the two sides row over tariffs on Chinese-made EVs.
How is Vietnam affected by escalating tensions in the Middle East?
Economy 09:03 26/06/2025The Iran-Israel conflict, particularly the possible shutdown of the Strait of Hormuz, has placed Asia under dual pressure from rising energy prices and supply concerns. Vietnam is indirectly impacted through transportation disruptions and risks to production and export continuity.
Boeing plane lands back in China for delivery as tariff war eases
World 15:59 09/06/2025A new Boeing 737 MAX landed back in China on Monday, flight tracking data showed, a sign the U.S. planemaker was resuming deliveries to Chinese customers as Beijing and Washington ease their tariff war.
US steel, aluminum tariff hikes to take effect Wednesday: W.House
World 13:59 04/06/2025The United States will double its tariffs on imported steel and aluminum starting Wednesday, according to the White House, as it published an order signed by President Donald Trump.
Apple considers raising iPhone prices, WSJ reports
World 21:47 12/05/2025Apple is weighing price hikes for its upcoming fall iPhone lineup but is keen to avoid linking any increases to U.S. tariffs on imports from China, where most of its devices are assembled, the Wall Street Journal reported on Monday.
Vietnam sends technical delegation to US for trade, tariff talks
Economy 18:57 30/04/2025A Vietnamese technical delegation has departed for the U.S. to initiate trade and tariff discussions this week as part of their ongoing bilateral negotiations, following an invitation from the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), according to Do Ngoc Hung, trade counselor and head of the Vietnam Trade Office in the U.S..
South Korea unveils $23 billion support package for chips amid US tariff uncertainty
World 11:44 15/04/2025South Korea announced on Tuesday an increase in its support package for the country's vital semiconductor industry to 33 trillion won ($23.25 billion), up about a quarter from a 26 trillion won package unveiled last year.
Stocks rally as electronics get a tariff break
World 16:47 14/04/2025Major stock indexes bounced in Europe and Asia on Monday after the White House exempted smartphones and computers from "reciprocal" U.S. tariffs, though gains were limited as President Donald Trump warned levies were still likely.
Vietnam forms negotiation team to seek reciprocal trade agreement with US
Economy 15:21 13/04/2025Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has officially signed a decision to establish a government negotiation team to engage with the United States on a bilateral trade agreement – an initiative prompted by Washington’s imposition of a 46-percent reciprocal tariff on imports from Vietnam.
Vietnam, New Zealand PMs discuss US tariff policy in phone call
Vietnam News 19:41 11/04/2025Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and his New Zealand counterpart Christopher Luxon held a phone call initiated by New Zealand on Thursday, during which they explored ways to enhance bilateral cooperation and discussed recent developments in international trade, including U.S. reciprocal tariff measures proposed by President Donald Trump.
A new trade landscape takes shape given US tariffs
In-Depth 14:52 10/04/2025U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to impose reciprocal tariffs sent shockwaves through the global economy, with consequences far beyond the usual economic impacts.
Clothing retailers delay orders, freeze hiring as tariffs hit
Economy 11:32 09/04/2025Clothing and accessories retailers across the United States are delaying orders and freezing hiring ahead of tariff hikes that take effect Wednesday on products imported from Vietnam and China.
