Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP)

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Seafood exporter group analyzing the deal's opportunities

Vietnam and the four European Free Trade Association (EFTA) states signed a free trade agreement in Hanoi on October 18, ending 14 years of talks. The pact covers goods, services, investment, intellectual property and digital trade. Both sides aim for it to take effect in early 2027, and Vietnam's trade ministry says it will send the agreement for government approval and issue an implementation plan.

Updated Oct 28