The US dollar plunged on the free market while holding firm in banks, signalling easing speculation pressure and a narrowing gap between official and unofficial rates.
Deputy Minister of Finance Nguyễn Đức Chi hopes US businesses, with their technological strengths and global experience, can help modernise Việt Nam’s financial infrastructure and develop technology solutions for the capital market.
The seafood industry had been heavily impacted by surging freight costs, the risk of cold chain disruptions, localised supply shortages, and price volatility across various product segments.
The MoU for 2026-30 period focuses on sustainable retail development, deeper international integration, enhanced industry capacity and strengthened bilateral ties in the retail sector.
Việt Nam is among the biggest beneficiaries, with average US tariffs on its goods falling to about 16 per cent from 21.6 per cent after a 10 per cent Section 122 surcharge took effect on February 24.
Analysts said the latest tariff developments present a dual impact on Việt Nam’s exports, creating short-term relief while opening a new phase of strategic adjustment in the medium and long term.
Politburo member Nguyễn Duy Ngọc held talks with major US partners on science, technology, digital transformation and semiconductor cooperation during Party General Secretary Tô Lâm’s visit to Washington D.C.
Vietnam Airlines on February 18 (US time) signed an agreement to purchase 50 Boeing 737-8 single-aisle aircrafts valued at up to US$8.1 billion in Washington, DC, United States.