Switzerland and Vietnam strengthen ties in trade, investment and innovation
During President Guy Parmelin’s visit to Hanoi on 17 October 2026, Switzerland and Vietnam signed several bilateral agreements, including the launch of two economic development cooperation projects and letters of intent on labour, employment and innovation. The free trade agreement between the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) member states and Vietnam will be signed on 18 October, alongside a Swiss–Vietnamese economic forum. The discussions also covered a modernised investment protection agreement, climate‑change cooperation under Article 6 of the Paris Agreement, and the commitment of …
During President Guy Parmelin’s visit to Hanoi on 17 October 2026, Switzerland and Vietnam signed several bilateral agreements, including the launch of two economic development cooperation projects and letters of intent on labour, employment and innovation. The free trade agreement between the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) member states and Vietnam will be signed on 18 October, alongside a Swiss–Vietnamese economic forum. The discussions also covered a modernised investment protection agreement, climate‑change cooperation under Article 6 of the Paris Agreement, and the commitment of …
The new cooperation on innovation opens avenues for Swiss AI companies to partner with Vietnamese counterparts, supporting Switzerland’s broader AI and technology strategy.
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