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Can Vietnam's Green SM make India's all-electric cab model work?

Vietnam-based mobility company Green SM on Friday launched its electric taxi service, Green SM Limo, in Delhi-NCR, marking Vingroup's entry into India

Vietnam trip? New health declaration rule mandatory for tourists from July

Under the new regulations, travelers must complete a health declaration within seven days prior to their entry, departure or transit

India signs BrahMos deal with Vietnam, Indonesia pact in final stage

Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh said on Saturday that he understood a BrahMos missile deal with Vietnam had already been signed, though it was probably yet to be publicly announced, while a similar pact involving Indonesia was in the final stages. "My understanding is that with both Indonesia and with Vietnam, the deal is in the final stages that in fact, for Vietnam, I understand that it has already been signed, probably not publicly announced, but it's already been signed," Singh said in Singapore, while answering a question on potential buyers of the missile system at the Shangri-La Dialogue. The Philippines, which signed a contract worth nearly USD 375 million in 2022, was the first foreign buyer of the BrahMos missile system from India. Indonesia said in March that it had entered into an agreement with India to procure the BrahMos missile system. And, earlier this month, there were news reports that suggested Vietnam was close to signing a BrahMos missile deal with India.

Vietnam emerging as Asia's rising power by balancing US-China rivalry

According to the Lowy Institute's 2025 Asia Power Index, Vietnam recorded the second-largest increase in overall influence in the region; it now ranks seventh in Asia for economic relationships

Rajnath Singh begins Vietnam, South Korea visit to boost defence ties

Defence Minister said his discussions during the visit would focus on expanding defence ties and enhancing regional cooperation

Datanomics: Why trade imbalance with Vietnam is a concern for India

Trade deficit with Vietnam widening since FY19

Indo-Pacific power shift: India, Vietnam upgrade strategic partnership

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Vietnamese President To Lam have upgraded India-Vietnam ties to an enhanced comprehensive strategic partnership. From defence and AI to trade

Watch full address by PM Modi & Vietnam President To Lam | India-Vietnam relations

India is targeting ​trade worth $25 billion ​with Vietnam by 2030, ‌Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Wednesday after talks with Vietnamese President To Lam, who is on his first visit to New Delhi.

India-Vietnam strengthen nuclear ties, to explore Cobalt-60 supply to Hanoi

Continuing on the front of energy partnership, the Joint Statement noted that the leaders acknowledged their respective climate, sustainable development goals and energy transition priorities

India, Vietnam elevate ties to enhanced comprehensive strategic partnership

India and Vietnam on Wednesday elevated their relations to enhanced comprehensive strategic partnership and vowed to significantly expand economic and defence ties following talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Vietnamese President To Lam. Modi said the two countries have a common outlook for the Indo-Pacific and both sides will continue to contribute to the rule-of-law, peace, stability, and prosperity. It is understood that China's growing military muscle-flexing figured in the delegation-level talks between the two sides. Lam, accompanied by a high-level delegation, kick started his three-day trip to India on Tuesday. It is his first state visit to the country since his election as the president this month. India and Vietnam decided to elevate ties to the level of enhanced comprehensive strategic partnership, PM Modi said in his media statement. "Vietnam is a key pillar of India's Act East Policy and Vision Ocean. In the Indo-Pacific region as well, we share a commo

India targets $25 billion trade with Vietnam by 2030, says PM Modi

Trade between India and Vietnam crossed $16 ‌billion in the ​Indian fiscal ​year that ended in March 2026

PM Modi, Vietnam President To Lam hold bilateral talks at Hyderabad House

President To Lam arrived in India on Tuesday, beginning his visit in Bodh Gaya where he offered prayers at the Mahabodhi Temple

USTR keeps India on IPR watch list; Vietnam faces toughest scrutiny

India is among six countries, including China and Russia, on the priority watch list in a special report released by the US Trade Representative on Thursday that deals with adequacy and effectiveness of trading partners' protection and enforcement of intellectual property (IP) rights. The US Special 301 report 2026 lists Vietnam as the Priority Foreign Country (PFC), marking the first time in 13 years that any country is listed in that particular category. "The PFC identification is reserved by statute for countries with the most egregious IP-related acts, policies, and practices with the greatest adverse impact on relevant US products," the USTR said. It said that Vietnam is not entering into good faith negotiations or making significant progress in negotiations to provide adequate and effective IP rights protection. The six countries on the priority watch list include Chile, China, India, Indonesia, Russia and Venezuela. Placement of a trading partner on the Priority Watch List

India surpasses Vietnam in Apple suppliers, reduces dependence on China | iPhone

India has overtaken Vietnam in the total number of Apple suppliers operating in the country in CY 2025. Unlike Vietnam, India has also sharply reduced its dependence on Chinese suppliers

South Korean President Lee to make state visits to India and Vietnam

PM Modi and South Korea's Lee Jae Myung are due to hold a summit on April 20, with talks expected to cover cooperation in areas such as shipbuilding, artificial intelligence and defence

How West Asia war paralysed an Asian food giant and disrupted global supply

Vietnam, the world's No 2 rice exporter, cut production as power prices surged. Even with a temporary cease-fire in Iran, worries linger over the world's food supply

Vietnam advisory for Indians travellers: Phu Quoc visa-free rules explained

Planning Vietnam travel? India flags strict Phu Quoc visa-free rules and passport loss risks that could delay return or restrict movement

Millions in Vietnam to vote for new legislature in general election

Voters in Vietnam cast their ballots to select a new National Assembly on Sunday, two months after the ruling Communist Party reelected leader To Lam to the country's top political post. Nearly 79 million voters across the country are eligible to pick 500 representatives from 864 candidates to the rubber-stamp National Assembly. All candidates are vetted and pre-approved by the Communist Party, ensuring the assembly remains aligned with the party's political direction. The Communist Party tightly controls political activity, arguing that centralised leadership allows the country to pursue longterm development goals without disruptions. The new National Assembly is expected to implement the policy agenda shaped at the congress, prioritizing sustained economic growth and political stability. The election follows the Communist Party's national congress in January, a political event held every five years that sets the country's leadership lineup and policy priorities. At the congress,

West Asia war: Vietnam urges people to work from home to save fuel

Prices for gasoline in the Southeast Asian country have risen by 32 per cent, diesel by 56 per cent and kerosene by 80 per cent since the end of last month

$800-billion global textile market: How India stacks up against Vietnam, Bangladesh & others

India’s textile sector is navigating tariff shocks, global competition, and a shifting sourcing landscape. We explain how India compares with Bangladesh, Vietnam, and Pakistan