Vietnam’s export-import sector reached a historic milestone in the first eight months of 2026, with total trade turnover hitting a record US$770.14 billion. The latest figure highlights the strong momentum of Vietnam’s international trade and reflects the continued recovery of domestic production and business activity. The US$770.14 billion trade turnover marks a significant milestone for […]

Vietnam’s industrial production recorded a strong acceleration in the first eight months of 2026, with the Index of Industrial Production (IIP) increasing by 11.9% year on year. The growth marks a multi-year high and highlights the continued recovery of Vietnam’s manufacturing sector. The manufacturing and processing industry remained the main driver of this expansion. As […]

Vietnam’s pepper exports continued to achieve strong growth in the first seven months of 2026, reaching nearly US$1.1 billion, according to the General Department of Customs. The export value increased by 11.1% year-on-year, highlighting the continued competitiveness of Vietnamese pepper in the global market. The United States remained the largest market for Vietnam’s pepper, making […]

Japan has introduced new plant quarantine requirements for agricultural exports, requiring certain plant-origin products to meet additional phytosanitary conditions before entering the Japanese market. The measure took effect on July 29, 2026, following Japan’s addition of Meloidogyne enterolobii to its list of regulated plant quarantine pests. The new requirements may directly affect Vietnamese exporters of […]