April 19, 2026
Vietnam soybean imports up 12.38% in March 2026 / Brazil 91.26%, USA – 35.62%
Vietnam imported soybeans to the tune of US$150 million in March, up from US$133 million in February, a change of 12.38 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam fabric imports up 5.99 percent in March 2026 / China -5.13%, Taiwan +35.54%
Vietnam imported fabric to the tune of US$1,083 million in March, up from US$1,022 million in February, a change of 5.99 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
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