Vietnam’s thriving shoe industry caters to a diverse range of brands and styles, from athletic sneakers to high-end luxury footwear. But whereas footwear brands can choose to open their own factory in Vietnam, many choose not to and instead utilise Vietnam footwear manufacturers on a contractual basis. With this in mind, this is a list of some of the most well-known Vietnam footwear manufacturers.

Vietnam’s paper imports rise 20.19 percent in February 2025

the-shiv March 21, 2025

Vietnam’s paper imports increased by 20.19 percent month-on-month in February, reaching US$185.66 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This brings total year-to-date imports to US$340.01 million, highlighting a growing demand for paper products.

Vietnam to raise foreign ownership cap to 49% at some banks

the-shiv March 21, 2025

Foreign investors will be allowed to own up to 49 percent of the charter capital in Vietnamese commercial banks involved in mandatory transfers, starting from May 19, 2025, under Decree No. 69/2025/ND-CP recently issued by the government. The change applies to banks like MB, HDBank, and VPBank, which are participating in state-mandated acquisition and restructuring of weaker banks, VietnamBiz has reported.

Vietnam’s seafood exports at risk as US tightens marine mammal rules

the-shiv March 21, 2025

Vietnam’s seafood industry is under mounting pressure as the United States enforces stricter regulations under the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA), which could lead to an import ban on key fishing products by 2026 if Vietnam does not meet US standards, Zing News is reporting.

Vietnam’s fruit and vegetable imports fall 30.89 percent in February 2025

the-shiv March 21, 2025

Vietnam’s fruit and vegetable imports dropped by 30.89 percent month-on-month in February, amounting to US$165.80 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This follows a total of US$239.91 million in January, bringing year-to-date imports to US$405.62 million.

Freight Forwarding in Vietnam: Overview 2025

the-shiv March 21, 2025

Freight forwarding in Vietnam plays a critical role in facilitating international trade and logistics in Vietnam, serving as a key connector between manufacturers, exporters, and global markets–with its strategic location in Southeast Asia and a rapidly expanding infrastructure network, Vietnam has become an important hub for freight forwarding services.

List of Vietnam’s Free Trade Agreements 2025

the-shiv March 21, 2025

Vietnam has signed multiple Free Trade Agreements with various countries and regions. These agreements aim to reduce or eliminate tariffs, enhance market access, and promote economic cooperation across diverse sectors such as textiles, machinery, and agriculture. This is in line with a broader strategy of export-led economic development.

Vietnam’s fresh milk production increases by 12.5% in February 2025

the-shiv March 21, 2025

Vietnam’s fresh milk production has shown positive growth in the first two months of 2025. According to the latest data from Vietnam’s General Office of Statistics, the country produced 132 million litres of fresh milk in January 2025. In February, this figure increased slightly to 133.9 million litres.

Vietnam’s fishery products exports decline by 15.37 percent in February 2025

the-shiv March 21, 2025

Vietnam’s fishery products exports decreased by 15.37 percent in February 2025 compared to January, totalling US$655.02 million, according to data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.

Vietnam’s chemicals exports rise by 7.52 percent in February 2025

the-shiv March 21, 2025

Vietnam’s exports of chemicals increased by 7.52 percent in February 2025 compared to January, reaching US$236.49 million, according to data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.

Vietnam News Roundup: March 14 to March 20

Mark Barnes March 21, 2025

This week’s Vietnam news roundup covers the latest ADB investment in Vietnam’s private education sector, developments with respect to the Trump golf course slated for Hung Yen, the closure of RFA and VOA and the impact on Vietnam, the latest State Bank open market operations, and more…