Hanoi, Oct. 29 -- The free trade agreement between Vietnam and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) opens up new opportunities for scientific and technological cooperation, high-quality investment and innovation, in line with Vietnam's development priorities under Politburo Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW.

The Vietnam - EFTA Free Trade Agreement (VEFTA) was officially signed on October 18, 2026, marking a new step in the country's international economic integration and creating prospects for deeper cooperation in science, technology and innovation.

The agreement comes as Vietnam accelerates the implementation of Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW, dated December 22, 2024, which identifies breakthroughs in science and technology, innovation and natio...