The discussions follow President Donald Trump’s announcement of reciprocal tariffs of between 20%- 40% after his phone talks with the Vietnamese Party chief, during which the two leaders discussed the bilateral ties.

Markets react positively as Vietnam and the US agree on a new reciprocal trade framework under Trump.

During a phone call with General Secretary To Lam, President Donald Trump affirmed that the United States would significantly reduce reciprocal tariffs on a wide range of Vietnamese export goods.

Agreement to bring cave researchers, explorers, and adventure tourists to Lang Son.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh chaired a meeting in Hanoi on 28 June to continue reviewing and resolving US concerns regarding trade and tariffs.

Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Hoa Binh says that Vietnam and the US are actively negotiating on tariffs, adding that "we will do everything possible to ensure the 46 percent tariff on Vietnamese goods does not materialize.”

Those in Vietnam are among 17% of USAID projects restarted, highlighting their significance in Vietnam-US relations and defence cooperation.

The US remained Vietnam’s largest market, accounting for 55% of the country's total wood exports. Key products include wooden furniture, plywood, doors, and handicrafts.

A high-level dialogue held in Washington D.C. on June 20 spotlighted the enduring role of public-private partnerships in shaping and advancing Vietnam-US relations over the past three decades.

Knapper reaffirmed the US's commitment to supporting a strong, independent, prosperous and resilient Vietnam, while respecting each other’s territorial integrity, sovereignty, independence and political systems.

The U.S. Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City has resumed processing student visa applications after a suspension in May, but requires applicants to set their social media profiles to public.

During a virtual session under the framework of the bilateral agreement on reciprocal trade between Vietnam and the United States, Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hong Dien raised several issues related to tariffs and market access.

Permanent Deputy PM Nguyen Hoa Binh has affirmed that Vietnam and the United States are engaged in ongoing tariff negotiations and pledged that “we will do everything to ensure the proposed 46% tariff on Vietnamese exports does not happen.”

During the negotiations, the US evaluated Vietnam’s goodwill and efforts, affirmed its appreciation for the bilateral relationship, acknowledged Vietnam’s proposals and concerns, and considered these an important basis for continuing discussions.

Ha expressed his hope that cooperation in science and technology, agriculture, and natural resources would emerge as new focal points and engines of growth in Vietnam–China relations.

US advisor stresses honesty and legality as keys to educational opportunities abroad.

Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hong Dien had discussions on tariffs and broader trade cooperation with US Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick and Trade Representative Ambassador Jamieson Greer on June 9-12.

Minister Nguyen Hong Dien calls for balanced trade moves as talks with the U.S. progress.

Vietnam is ready to further open its market and offer additional incentives for US exports, and hopes for corresponding steps from the US side, Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hong Dien told Senator Roger Marshall.

USABC chairman Jeffrey Perlman calls the US-Vietnam trade deficit a natural outcome of a developed-developing economy dynamic.