Starting August 1, 2026, the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Industry and Trade (DOIT) will officially assume responsibility for issuing Certificates of Origin (C/O) and approving Self-Certification of Origin Authorization Documents under the new decentralization framework introduced by the Government and the Ministry of Industry and Trade. The policy marks an important step in […]

The United States has officially released its final determination under the Section 301 tariffs investigation covering 60 economies, including Vietnam. The measure addresses countries that have not established or effectively enforced regulations prohibiting imports of goods produced wholly or partially with forced labor. For Vietnamese exporters, the announcement represents another important regulatory development that may […]

PFAS compliance has become a critical requirement for businesses exporting to the European Union as Denmark and several EU member states tighten restrictions on products containing per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).  Companies that fail to meet these new requirements risk shipment rejections, supply chain disruptions, and reduced access to one of the world’s most valuable […]

Vietnam footwear exports reached a major milestone in the first quarter of 2026, surpassing China to become the largest footwear supplier to the United States. The latest figures reflect the continued shift of global manufacturing and sourcing toward Vietnam, reinforcing the country’s position as one of the world’s leading footwear exporters. According to data from […]

Vietnam trade continued its strong momentum during the first six months of 2026, with total import-export turnover reaching USD 549.69 billion, an increase of 27.1% compared with the same period last year. The latest figures highlight the country’s resilient manufacturing sector and growing demand for production inputs despite shifting global trade conditions. While exports maintained […]

The completion of negotiations for the Vietnam–EFTA Free Trade Agreement (FTA) marks a significant milestone for Vietnam seafood exporters. As global trade becomes increasingly competitive and international markets continue to tighten import regulations, the agreement opens new opportunities for Vietnamese seafood products to strengthen their presence in premium European markets. Although exports to the European […]

Vietnam’s exports to Japan maintained strong momentum in the first five months of 2026, reaching USD 12 billion, up 14% year-on-year, while bilateral trade totaled USD 23.3 billion.  The strong performance reflects growing demand for Vietnamese products and reinforces Japan’s position as one of Vietnam’s key export markets, particularly for electronics, machinery, transportation equipment, and […]

Vietnam agricultural exports reached nearly USD 36 billion during the first six months of 2026, representing a year-on-year increase of around 6%. The latest figures highlight the resilience of Vietnam’s agricultural sector despite ongoing uncertainties in global trade and changing market conditions.  While export growth remains positive, the drivers behind that growth are evolving as […]

Effective July 1, 2026, Decree 37/2026/NĐ-CP officially replaces Decree 74/2018/NĐ-CP, marking a significant reform in Vietnam’s product quality management framework for imported goods. Rather than applying the same inspection procedures to most products, the new regulation classifies imported goods according to their level of risk, allowing authorities to implement more efficient and targeted quality control […]

Effective from July 1, 2026, Vietnam’s Circular 31/2026/TT-BCT introduces a centralized traceability system for high-risk goods, promoting greater supply chain transparency while allowing voluntary participation for other products. The new regulation is expected to strengthen product transparency, improve regulatory oversight, and support Vietnamese exporters in meeting increasingly stringent traceability requirements in international markets. What is […]