Hanoi (VNA) - A seminar in Hanoi on June 16 discussed thepotential of Vietnam-Sweden cooperation in energy development, especially clean energy.
The seminar was held jointly by the Ministry of Industry and Trade(MoIT)’s Electricity and Renewable Energy Authority and the Swedish Embassy’sDepartment of Commerce.
Addressing the event, Vietnamese Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade HoangQuoc Vuong called for the further promotion of the energy market in Vietnam,particularly renewable energy, in accordance with the Politburo's Resolution No 55-NQ/TWon orientations for the national energy development strategy to 2030 with a visionto 2045.
He suggested actively pooling social resources, from the private sector toforeign investors, in the effort.
The MoIT is now working on a master plan for Vietnam’s energy between nowand 2030 with a vision to 2050, he added.
Vietnam wants to learn from Sweden’s experience in the field, he toldthe seminar, as new mechanisms and policies for energy development are in thepipeline.
Swedish Ambassador to Vietnam Ann Mawe said leading Swedish firms inelectrical equipment and renewable energy, along with representatives from the SwedishGovernment, were at the seminar to offer financial solutions andpre-feasibility studies on energy to Vietnam.
﷽ A representative from wind power developer Hexico lauded Vietnam’spotential to develop energy both onshore and offshore and expressed a readinessto partner with Vietnamese companies to develop clean energy./.
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The offshore Bac Lieu wind power plant in Bac Lieu city of the southern province of the same name celebrated its 1 billionth kWh with a ceremony on March 6.
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The Danish Energy Agency (DEA) and the Vietnamese Electricity and Renewable Energy Authority have recently organised a webinar seeking ways to help Vietnam optimise its estimated 160GW offshore wind power energy.
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A trade official has suggested companies work closely with shipping lines, airlines, and freight forwarders to monitor routes, transit times, and potential surcharges while exploring broader cargo insurance to cover risks like war and terrorism.
In addition to institutional reform, the agency is also rolling out key solution groups to combat counterfeit goods, imitations, and intellectual property infringements in the digital environment.
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The industry's performance has been powered by bold investments in modern production lines, enabling Vietnamese firms to produce complicated products which were exclusive to advanced economies.
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This is the second year the magazine has released the ranking, which is based on total revenue and key financial indicators of enterprises from seven countries in the region: Vietnam, Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, the Philippines, and Cambodia.
At the summit, publishing, tech, and media sectors will discuss emerging trends, business models, and sustainable solutions for digital publishing development in Vietnam.
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The analysis from an investment perspective shows that the economy’s growth has been heavily capital‑driven, yet efficiency remains low as reflected by Vietnam’s Incremental Capital-Output Ratio (ICOR) being significantly higher than global and regional averages. This underscores the imperative to enhance capital‑use efficiency.
Deputy PM Tran Hong Ha urged countries to work together to remove supply chain bottlenecks, expand market access, strengthen cooperation in smart customs procedures, mutually recognise technical standards, and eliminate unnecessary protectionist barriers to boost trade and investment.
The event has gathered over 400 exhibitors from 16 countries and territories, with more than 980 booths showcasing a wide range of products and technologies in automotive components, electronics, repair and maintenance, bodywork, accessories, and customisation.
The latest order follows Vietjet’s commitment for 20 additional A330neo aircraft last month, bringing the airline’s total widebody aircraft on order to 40.
Wind power turbines in Ninh Thuan (Photo: VNA) 
