From January 1, 2027, Decree No. 372/2026/ND-CP on product identification, authentication and traceability will officially take effect. The regulation introduces mandatory requirements for products and goods classified as high-risk under the applicable framework, while promoting digital data management and improved product tracking throughout the supply chain. For manufacturers, importers, traders, distributors, transport providers and warehouse […]

Vietnam is projected to strengthen its position among the world’s major economies over the next four years. According to the International Monetary Fund’s World Economic Outlook April 2026, Vietnam’s nominal GDP could reach US$667.5 billion by 2030, placing the country 34th globally. The projection also puts Vietnam close to Malaysia and ahead of Thailand in […]

From October 1, 2026, Decree 365/2026/ND-CP officially takes effect, introducing new regulations on the trading and import-export of rice and creating a more flexible framework for Vietnam’s rice exports activities. The new decree reduces certain business requirements for rice exporters and introduces specific facilitation measures for organic rice, parboiled rice, and micronutrient-fortified rice. The changes […]

Vietnam’s fertilizer exports delivered strong growth in the first half of 2026, bringing the sector closer to the USD 1 billion mark. The country exported approximately 1.7 million tonnes of fertilizer, generating USD 933 million in revenue. Compared with the same period in 2025, export volume increased by 52%, while export value rose by 107%. […]

Vietnam’s durian exports continued to record strong growth in 2026, with export value reaching nearly USD 2 billion in the first eight months of the year. The result has strengthened durian’s position among Vietnam’s high-value agricultural exports and helped the country further narrow the gap with Thailand in the global durian market. According to Vietnam’s […]

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 […]

Starting August 12, 2026, the European Union will enforce the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), marking a monumental shift in how products must be packaged before entering the European market.  Officially replacing the previous Packaging Directive, this sweeping regulation entered into force on February 11, 2025, and introduces unified, legally binding requirements for all […]

Vietnam’s import-export landscape has officially entered an unprecedented era of growth, shattering previous records with a staggering $110 billion trade turnover in July 2026 alone. This marks the second consecutive month where the circulation of goods surpassed the $100 billion threshold, firmly cementing Vietnam’s position among the top 15 largest global economies by trade volume.  […]

Foreign direct investment into Vietnam continued to accelerate in the first seven months of 2026, with total registered FDI reaching US$38.06 billion, up 58% year on year. The strong increase highlights continued investor confidence in Vietnam and reinforces the country’s position as an important destination for international investment and manufacturing. Notably, newly registered FDI reached […]