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Vietnam's Deputy Prime Minister has reaffirmed his country's commitment to resolving a lengthy trade dispute with the Trump administration, signalling openness to tackling US concerns over illegal goods routing and intellectual property violations.
Vietnam's Foreign Ministry has dismissed US tariff accusations as failing to acknowledge its strict prohibition on forced labour and new import restrictions. The government urges Washington to recognise its legislative compliance efforts.
Indonesia is actively negotiating with the US Trade Representative to reduce tariffs imposed under Washington's Section 301 investigation into forced labour and manufacturing capacity, with the 10% rate now in effect.