Vietnam proposes APEC food security strategies and strengthens ties with China

At the 11th APEC Food Security Ministerial meeting in Hangzhou, China, Vietnam proposed four strategic cooperation directions to enhance regional food system resilience. These include building resilient agri-food value chains and promoting digital transformation through technologies like AI and biotechnology. The meeting also adopted principles for strengthening food systems through innovation and digitalization.

Separately, Vietnamese Prime Minister Le Minh Hung met with Chinese investors to encourage high-quality, long-term investment in sectors such as manufacturing, energy, and high-tech agriculture. Discussions highlighted the growing importance of the Vietnam-China economic relationship, with bilateral trade reaching $184.3 billion in the first seven months of 2026.

Agricultural cooperation between the two nations was also a key focus. Ministers from both countries agreed to promote trade in traditional agricultural products and open markets for new items, including technical cooperation in lobster breeding to ensure sustainable fisheries and meet export standards.