The conflict in Ukraine has entered a turbulent new turning point, with Russia and Ukraine both launching large-scale, high-intensity attacks against each other's strategic targets. At the same time, the diplomatic vacuum amid the escalating conflict is raising concerns that efforts to achieve peace may be further delayed.

Viet Nam is facing a three-stage ripple effect - first on transport and fuel-dependent industries, then on sectors relying on their outputs, and ultimately on consumers. Volatility in key commodities like fuel is disrupting the entire supply chain and increasing the risk of market instability.

Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh held a telephone conversation with President of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al-Nahyan on March 9 evening to discuss the regional situation and promote bilateral relations.

Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh held phone talks with the Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the State of Qatar, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani, on March 9 evening.

Amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, the Viet Nam Trade Office in Israel has urged domestic exporters to keep a close watch on the evolving situation and stay in regular contact with shipping lines and overseas partners, particularly for shipments already in transit, to ensure timely adjustments to contracts and risk mitigation plans.

The inflation storm continues to be severe in the major economies of Southeast Asia and threatens the region's prospects for economic recovery following the COVID-19 pandemic.