World's richest nations are pulling back from global development efforts, study shows
World 16:57 20/11/2025Two dozen of the world's richest nations, including the United States and Japan, are pulling back from their global development push, a study published on Thursday shows, with many slashing aid budgets and cash funnelled through multilateral lenders.
Toyota to invest $912mn in US to boost hybrid output
World 17:20 19/11/2025NEW YORK -- Toyota Motor Corp. said Tuesday that it will invest US$912 million in five U.S. plants to further localize production of hybrid vehicles, which continue to sell well in the country.
US announces extra $500,000 in emergency aid for Vietnam storm victims
Vietnam News 14:22 16/11/2025The U.S. has pledged an additional US$500,000 in emergency aid to help Vietnam recover from storms Fengshen and Kalmaegi, which recently hit the country's central provinces, the U.S. Embassy in Hanoi said on Thursday.
Thailand says US trade talks to proceed despite Cambodia dispute
World 09:30 16/11/2025BANGKOK -- Thailand will go ahead with talks on finalizing a reciprocal trade deal with the United States, a government spokesperson said on Saturday, adding the discussions will remain separate from issues relating to its border dispute with Cambodia.
US government shutdown becomes longest in history
World 13:45 05/11/2025The U.S. government shutdown became the longest ever Wednesday, topping the 35-day record set during Donald Trump's first term, as his administration warned of holiday air travel chaos and threatened Americans' benefits in a bid to force a resolution.
Pentagon chief reiterates commitments to Vietnam during meetings with top leaders
Vietnam News 16:42 03/11/2025U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth reaffirmed Washington’s commitment to supporting Vietnam in modernizing its defense industry and overcoming war consequences during meetings with Party General Secretary To Lam and State President Luong Cuong in Hanoi on Sunday.
Japan, US unveil investment projects worth $400bn
World 17:31 29/10/2025TOKYO -- The Japanese and U.S. governments on Tuesday announced investment projects worth up to US$400 billion involving Japanese and U.S. companies, including the construction of advanced nuclear power plants.
Japan, US to enhance cooperation on rare earths, AI
World 17:25 29/10/2025TOKYO -- Japan and the United States on Tuesday agreed to enhance cooperation to secure the supply of critical minerals, including rare earth minerals, and promote advancements in seven fields of science and technology, including artificial intelligence.
Global companies hit by more than $35 billion in US tariffs, but outlook stabilizing
World 11:50 21/10/2025Global companies have flagged more than $35 billion in costs from U.S. tariffs heading into third-quarter earnings, but many are lowering their initial forecasts as new trade deals reduce exposure to President Donald Trump's levies.
EU targets foreign steel to rescue struggling sector
World 10:18 08/10/2025The EU moved Tuesday to double tariffs on foreign steel -- taking a leaf from U.S. President Donald Trump's book to shield the bloc's struggling industry from a flood of cheap Chinese exports.
Scheduled passport, visa services to continue amid US government shutdown: US embassy
Vietnam News 15:49 02/10/2025Scheduled passport and visa services in the United States and at U.S. embassies and consulates overseas will continue during the lapse in appropriations as the situation permits, the U.S. Embassy in Hanoi announced on its Facebook page on Wednesday, amid the U.S. government shutdown.
Ho Chi Minh City pushes for stronger cooperation with US
Ho Chi Minh City 14:58 26/09/2025Melissa A. Brown, newly-appointed U.S. Consul General in Ho Chi Minh City, expressed hopes for stronger ties between the U.S., Vietnam, and the city during a courtesy visit on Thursday to municipal chairman Nguyen Van Duoc at the start of her tenure.
