A diversified supply chain and numerous free trade agreements (FTAs) have set the stage for a strong comeback for Vietnam's footwear and textile sector, said experts and industry leaders.
With the success of the ASEAN Chairmanship Year 2020, Vietnam is not only an active ASEAN member but also a strong, trustworthy and special mainstay, especially at a time when ASEAN has to face challenges like COVID-19 pandemic at present, said Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc.
Indonesia should establish closer bilateral cooperation with other countries, including the UAE, for post-pandemic recovery, said Indonesian Coordinating Maritime Affairs and Investment Minister Luhut Binsar Pandjaitan.
The 12th Malaysia Plan (12MP) will focus on creating a number of new economic sectors and accelerating the development of high growth industries, Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Economy) Mustapa Mohamed said at a forum held on December 10.
Singapore is planning to sign a free trade agreement next year with the Pacific Alliance - which consists of Chile, Colombia, Mexico and Peru - after making significant progress on it.
The Government Office has issued an official letter to convey the Prime Minister's direction to ministries to monitor the development and handle the congestion of fishery products exported to China.
The Department of International Trade has this morning updated the Bicycle Association on anti-dumping measures effective as of January 1st when the UK officially severs ties to the European Union.