At a working session with the ASEAN Furniture Industries Council (AFIC) on June 26, Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Environment Nguyen Quoc Tri affirmed that Viet Nam is ready to support cooperative initiatives aimed at developing the ASEAN wood industry in a responsible and value-added direction.

On June 23 in Hanoi, the Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics, in coordination with the Central Policy and Strategy Commission, the Central Theoretical Council, and the Viet Nam Academy of Science and Technology, held a scientific workshop on “Quantum technology in a new era – Global trends, opportunities and challenges for Viet Nam.”

Amid increasingly complex food safety challenges driven by globalization and climate change, experts, regulators, businesses, and international organizations have called for a shift from end-product inspection to risk management across the entire value chain. Traceability, digital transformation, and value chain linkages were identified as key tools for building safe, transparent, and sustainable food systems under the One Health approach.

Viet Nam and Chile discussed expanding agricultural cooperation, improving market access, and removing technical barriers during a meeting on June 16. The issues were discussed during talks between Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Environment Hoang Trung and Chilean Ambassador to Viet Nam Nasly Isabel Bernal Prado.

Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Environment Vo Van Hung and Saudi Ambassador to Viet Nam Thamer Mohamed Algosaibi discussed measures to strengthen cooperation in agriculture, agricultural trade, investment, Halal development, and food supply chains during a meeting on June 8. Both sides said significant opportunities remain for deeper collaboration as demand for food security and diversified supply sources continues to grow.

Receiving the Medal for the Cause of Agriculture and Environment, Danish Ambassador to Viet Nam Nicolai Prytz said the honor was not only a recognition of his personal contributions but also reflected the achievements of cooperation between Viet Nam and Denmark in agriculture, food systems, and sustainable development. During his tenure, he helped advance a number of important bilateral initiatives, particularly the Viet Nam–Denmark Green Strategic Partnership.

Digital platforms are creating new market access channels for Vietnamese agricultural products, improving transparency, strengthening consumer confidence, and supporting the agricultural sector’s shift from a production-focused approach to one centered on value creation.

Viet Nam is gradually advancing blue carbon initiatives to strengthen the conservation of coastal and marine ecosystems, address climate change, and support its commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. In this context, the Vietnam National Blue Carbon Action Partnership (NBCAP) Implementation Plan and the Operating Regulations of the NBCAP Vietnam Working Group have been developed to provide a foundation for intersectoral coordination, resource mobilization, and stakeholder engagement.

On May 28, at the headquarters of the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment, Deputy Minister Vo Van Hung met with Jonathan Choi, Chairman of Sunwah Group, and representatives of Chinese partner companies to discuss cooperation in high-tech farming, agricultural trade, and green development.

At a meeting with the European Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam (EuroCham) on May 21, leader of the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment reaffirmed their commitment to working closely with the business community to refine policies, promote green investment, strengthen climate adaptation efforts, and advance the One Health approach in livestock production in support of sustainable development and deeper international integration.

Viet Nam is moving to strengthen oversight of growing areas, packing facilities and traceability systems as the country seeks to expand official exports of pomelos and limes to China, one of its largest agricultural markets.

On May 11 in Hanoi, Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Environment Vo Van Hung held talks with Ms. Naina Subberwal Batra, Chief Executive Officer of AVPN. The two sides discussed issues related to green agriculture development, climate change adaptation, digital transformation, support for cooperatives, and strengthening Viet Nam’s connections with regional sustainable development initiatives.

At a conference with industry associations on May 4 to discuss measures to boost agro-forestry-fishery exports in 2026, Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Environment Vo Van Hung stressed that achieving the sector’s growth targets requires a market-oriented approach, with enterprises and producers at the center, alongside stronger coordination and leadership by industry associations.

As Viet Nam’s fisheries sector approaches an output of nearly 10 million tonnes and export turnover exceeding $11.3 billion in 2025, a national conference has called for a fundamental shift toward a development model driven by science, technology and innovation. Mounting bottlenecks in logistics, seed supply, environmental management and the application of research have made technological advancement not just a policy choice, but a prerequisite for sustaining growth and improving competitiveness in global value chains.

Viet Nam and Sri Lanka are seeking stronger cooperation in fertilizers and farm technology, Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Environment Hoang Trung said during talks with Sri Lankan Ambassador to Vietnam Poshitha Perera in Hanoi on April 28.

On April 24, a signing ceremony for the One Health Partnership Framework for 2026–2030 brought together 57 partners, underscoring strong commitments by the Vietnamese Government and the international community to advance the One Health approach, enhance information sharing, coordinate resources, and implement joint action programs.

Viet Nam’s Minister of Agriculture and Environment, Trinh Viet Hung, and Malaysia’s Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu, on Wednesday signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on agricultural cooperation between the two governments.