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.
Malaysian PM hails Vietnam's response to US tariffs following Party chief’s phone talks
Vietnam News 14:39 07/04/2025During a phone conversation on Sunday, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim praised the recent call between Vietnam’s Party General Secretary To Lam and U.S. President Donald Trump, calling it a positive signal welcomed by many countries in the region.
How should Vietnam respond to US reciprocal tariffs?
In-Depth 11:18 07/04/2025Balancing relationships and maintaining policy consistency to avoid unintended negative consequences on other partners is of paramount importance.
Oil plunge deepens on fears global trade war could trigger recession
World 10:29 07/04/2025TOKYO - Oil prices slid more than 3% on Monday, deepening last week's losses, as escalating trade tensions between the United States and China stoked fears of a recession that would reduce demand for crude.
US imposes 46% tariff, prompting Vietnam to restructure economy toward sustainable development
Economy 15:28 06/04/2025Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh stated during a monthly cabinet meeting on Sunday that Washington’s imposition of a 46-percent tariff on imports from Vietnam should be viewed as an opportunity for the Southeast Asian country to restructure its economy and diversify products and markets toward sustainable development.
US imposes preliminary anti-dumping duties of up to 88 percent on Vietnamese coated steel
Economy 14:02 06/04/2025The U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC) has announced preliminary anti-dumping duties on imported coated steel from various countries, including Vietnam, with rates ranging from 39.84 percent to 88.12 percent for the Southeast Asian nation.
Vietnam says US honey anti-dumping tariff harmful to beekeepers, farmers
Economy 13:00 18/02/2022The tariff would also adversely impact on Vietnam’s agriculture and cultivation as a whole
