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March 30, 2026 news
Vietnam imports from Germany down 12.60 percent February 2026 MoM / pharmaceutical products -2.57%, computers -20.26%
In February, Vietnam imported US$313.60 million worth of goods from Germany, down from US$358.80 million in January, a change of -12.60 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam exports to India down 14.55 percent February 2026 MoM / phones 44.50%, computers -45.02%
In February, Vietnam exported US$850 million worth of goods to India, down 14.55 percent over January, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam phones imports down 36.99 percent in February 2026 / China -39.50%, South Korea 38.86%
Vietnam imported phones to the tune of US$601 million in February, down from US$953 million in January, a change of -36.99 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam exports to France down 30.38 percent February 2026 MoM / phones -5.11%, footwear -49.81%
In February, Vietnam exported US$288 million worth of goods to France, down 30.38 percent over January, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam C.bank strengthens central exchange rate, black market dong weaker, March 30, 2026
On March 30, in Vietnam, the black market US dollar buy rate was VND 28,030 and the sell rate was VND 28,080, a change of 110, and 110, respectively, for a mid-market rate of VND 28,055 (up 0.39 percent), according to prices quoted by Ty Gia USD.
Snacks in Thailand 2026: Market Trends, Opportunities, Challenges, & Key Players
Thailand’s snacks market is expanding steadily, supported by rising disposable incomes, urbanisation, and changing consumer lifestyles.
Processed seafood production in Vietnam up 8.14 percent in February / year-on-year +17.39%, YTD +24.78%
Vietnam produced 643.78 thousand tonnes of processed seafood in February, up 8.14 percent from 595.34 thousand tonnes in January, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Vietnam imports from Malaysia down 12.32 percent February 2026 MoM / computers -15.04%, petroleum products -9.60%
In February, Vietnam imported US$907.66 million worth of goods from Malaysia, down from US$1,035.23 million in January, a change of -12.32 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam exports to South Korea down 7.76 percent February 2026 MoM / computers -19.68%, phones +73.19%
In February, Vietnam exported US$2,456 million worth of goods to South Korea, down 7.76 percent over January, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
The Food Processing Industry in Thailand 2026: Risks, Opportunities, Trends & More
Thailand’s food processing industry is a key pillar of the country’s manufacturing sector, supported by a strong agricultural base and export-oriented production.
Chocolate in Thailand 2026: Market Trends, Opportunities, Challenges, & Key Players
Thailand’s chocolate market is expanding as rising incomes and shifting consumer preferences drive demand for premium and artisanal products.
Vietnam News Today, March 30 2026, Business & Economy
In today’s Vietnam news: SBV governor to step down, Coca-Cola distributor revenues, Home Credit acquisition falls through, Minimum localisation policy for FDI projects proposed, MoC calls for reduction in pilotage fees, Government tops up PSF, 19 Vietnamese ships caught in Hormuz dramas, Poker machines regulations update, Water management price pressure, Petrol tax-break extension proposed, Customs corruption, Fuel capacity expanded – Phu My condensate plant, FLC US$1 billion MoU, Electronics manufacturers struggling to find workers, SSC issues round of disclosure failure fines, HCMC permitted crops, Crypto tax framework issued, and more.