The signing of the Memorandum of Understanding between the Department of Industry and Trade of Lao Cai province and localities in Yunnan province (China) marks an important step in building a cross-border trade and logistics cooperation mechanism in the Red River basin.
LOGISTICS MARKET
IEEPA tax cancellation ruling: Double impact on global aviation supply chains.
The U.S. Supreme Court's ruling invalidating tariffs under the IEEPA Act marked a major turning point for international trade. However, instead of bringing stability, this decision ushered in a new period of volatility for the logistics industry, particularly air freight in the Americas.
Oil tanker market in February: Freight rates surge, supply tightens.
Reports from OPEC indicate that the global oil tanker market is experiencing strong growth, particularly in the crude oil tanker segment.
Vietnam accelerates the realization of its green and digital logistics development strategy.
The Prime Minister has approved the Strategy for the Development of Vietnam's Logistics Services until 2030, with a vision to 2050, aiming to make Vietnam a logistics hub of ASEAN and the world, playing a crucial role in the regional supply chain.
Middle East conflict: Ministry of Industry and Trade urges businesses to proactively assess logistics risks.
Given the complex developments of the conflict in the Middle East, the Import-Export Department (Ministry of Industry and Trade) issued Document No. 234/XNK-NH dated March 3, 2026, requesting industry associations to urgently review and assess the impact of this situation on Vietnam's import and export activities.
The Vietnam Civil Aviation Authority has requested an urgent response after numerous flights to the Middle East were canceled.
On March 11, 2026, the Vietnam Civil Aviation Authority issued a series of updated bulletins, requesting units in the aviation industry to proactively respond to the complex developments of the conflict in the Middle East, while ensuring absolute safety in operational activities.





