UKVFTA PAVES THE WAY FOR VIETNAMESE TUNA EXPORTS TO THE UK
Vietnamese tuna is enjoying many advantages in the UK market thanks to tariff incentives from the UK - Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (UKVFTA).
MARKET NEWS
Port congestion in Asia may last until the end of August this year
International media reports indicate that the container ship congestion at Singapore-one of Asia's busiest ports-has reached its worst level since the pandemic and has now spread to nearby ports like those in Malaysia. This situation poses a risk to the global supply chain and is causing delays in the shipment of goods within the region.
Four Bottlenecks Impeding the Flow of Goods at the Cai Mep – Thi Vai Port Cluster
At the seminar "Customs and Enterprises Accompanying to Promote the Flow of Import and Export Goods through the Cai Mep - Thi Vai Port Cluster" on July 31, experts identified four bottlenecks hindering the movement of goods at the Cai Mep - Thi Vai port cluster. These include infrastructure connectivity, policy mechanisms, human resources, and administrative procedures.
Opportunity to expand the wooden products market in the UK
The UK's main imported wooden furniture products include living room furniture, dining room furniture, wooden frame chairs and bedroom furniture - items in which Vietnam is stron
New Regulations for Handling IMDG Containers at Cat Lai Port from July 1, 2024
In line with the policy of relocating the handling of IMDG (International Maritime Dangerous Goods) containers out of Cat Lai Port (TCCL) to ensure safety and fire prevention for the port and the surrounding areas, TCSG will implement new regulations for IMDG container handling at TCCL starting from July 1, 2024.
Exported goods will grow strongly in the first 5 months of 2024
As of May, total import-export turnover of goods reached 66.62 billion USD, up 9.1% over the previous month and up 22.6% over the same period last year.
Solutions to Promote Rice and Vegetable Exports at the End of 2024
On May 28, at the Ministry of Industry and Trade, Minister Nguyễn Hồng Diên and Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development Lê Minh Hoan co-chaired a meeting to discuss solutions to promote the production and export of rice and vegetables at the end of 2024. Representatives from the Ministry of Home Affairs, various associations, and related units attended the meeting.
Develop dry ports, optimize import and export transportation
The Prime Minister has just approved the master plan on development of the inland port system for the period of 2021 - 2030, with a vision to 2050
Da Nang welcomes a container train bringing goods from the Central region straight to the United States
With a direct journey from Tien Sa port to Long Beach port, the WanHai 362 container train significantly shortens the cargo transport time from Da Nang - United States.