越英贸易技术合作座谈会在伦敦举办

Group 1 - The UK-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (UKVFTA) has led to significant growth in bilateral trade between Vietnam and the UK, with expectations for further enhancement due to the UK's accession to the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) [1][2] - In 2024, bilateral trade is projected to reach a historical high of over $8.4 billion, representing an 18% year-on-year increase, positioning the UK as Vietnam's third-largest trading partner in Europe [2] - Vietnam is recognized as a rapidly growing market with over 100 million people, while the UK is a high-income consumer market, creating substantial export and investment opportunities for businesses in both countries [2] Group 2 - Vietnam's technology sector is expected to generate approximately $158 billion in revenue in 2024, accounting for 15% of its GDP, with domestic R&D spending at 0.5% of GDP [2] - The Global Innovation Index 2024 ranks Vietnam 44th among 133 economies, highlighting its robust educational and research infrastructure, including around 250 universities and 400 research institutions [2] - The UK is currently the 15th largest investor in Vietnam, with investments totaling $4.46 billion across 147 countries [2]