Hanoi, Oct. 29 -- Vietnam's export outlook is holding firm despite unpredictable global trade, supported by stronger manufacturing capacity, higher realised foreign direct investment and a widening web of free trade agreements (FTAs). Opening up more opportunities Vietnam formally signed a FTA with the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) in mid-October, after 14 years of negotiations. The deal, known as VEFTA, opens a new chapter aimed at deepening economic, investment and trade ties with highly developed markets. "The four EFTA markets do not import much Vietnamese seafood at present, but having a free trade agreement will make two-way trade easier and widen cooperation between Vietnamese companies and partners strong in fishing, proc...