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Vietnam would continue to accompany other APEC members in realizing the vision of a free, peaceful, dynamic, self-reliant Asia-Pacific region, State President Nguyen Xuan Phuc has said.

Hanoi will keep enforcing regulations on food safety in production establishments to ensure people's health and safety.

The event contributes to the goal of boosting consumption in line with the campaign "Vietnamese people buy Vietnamese goods”.

Vietnam creates every condition for businesses to succeed, State President Nguyen Xuan Phuc has said.

Vietnam aims to become an ideal environment for green businesses as the country remains steadfast in pursuing sustainable development.

The fiercer global trade landscape means there is no other way for Vietnam to stay competitive, but to build a legal framework beyond its commitments made in current trade agreements.

Global free trade should be based on an open multilateral trade framework that is inclusive, transparent, and in line with WTO regulations.

The frequency of identity and physical checks would go up by 50% for coriander leaves, basil, mint, parsley, okra, peppers, and 10% for dragon fruits.

In the first phase, there will be four one-way flights per week with a total number of arrivals of up to 12,000.

Even when the pandemic is fully contained, its consequences would last for many years to come.

The situation of people leaving large cities during the pandemic showed a necessity to have a new approach in the industrialization process.

The OECD and multinationals such as Airbus and MSC are committed to supporting Vietnam as the country is pushing for economic recovery in the post-pandemic period.

The kick-off ceremony for the event, themed "A smart touch - Stimulate shopping demand", draws a number of local businesses and consumers.

The US President is expected to announce his plan on joining the pact at the APEC meeting hosted by New Zealand next week.

The deal could be the new driver for Vietnam’s economy to speed up the recovery process and thrive in the post-pandemic period.

Mutual interests are bringing both countries closer together, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has said.

Thanks to strong fundamentals, Vietnam’s economy would gradually rebound at least for the coming six months until its momentum becomes stronger in the second half of 2022.

The implementation of the RCEP Agreement starting January 1 next year will give a tremendous boost to the post-Covid-19 economic recovery efforts.

The move is of significance as both countries would celebrate the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations and the 10th anniversary of strategic partnership by 2023.

Intellectual property, labor rights, and environmental protection are issues that Vietnam should focus on to meet requirements from the EU-Vietnam Trade Agreement.