Raw Materials & Natural Resources
This category covers key natural resources, including agriculture, fisheries, forestry, mining, and energy. It explores production trends, exports, imports, and government policies affecting raw material industries. Topics include supply chain dynamics, sustainability efforts, and the role of natural resources in global commodity markets. This section is essential for understanding the resource-driven sectors that underpin the economy and their impact on domestic and international trade.
Natural gas production in Vietnam up 18.25 percent in September 2025
Vietnam’s natural gas production rose to 501 million cubic metres in September 2025, up 18.25 percent from 424 million cubic metres in August, according to the National Statistics Office.
Crude oil production in Vietnam down 1.84 percent in September 2025
Crude oil production in Vietnam fell 1.84 percent month-on-month to 690,000 tonnes in September 2025, according to data from the National Statistics Office.
Vietnam to introduce gold import quota system, but limits tied to SBV policy goals
Vietnam’s central bank will begin issuing annual import and export quotas for gold starting October 10, 2025, under a new circular, VN Express has reported. However, annual quotas will be set based on monetary policy goals, and foreign reserve levels, which could limit efficacy.
Coal production in Vietnam in September 2025 up 15.32 percent
Vietnam’s coal production rose 15.32 percent month-on-month to 3,417 thousand tonnes in September 2025, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Meat: Vietnam’s pork production up 2 percent in Q3 2025
Vietnam’s pork production reached 1.34 million tonnes in the third quarter of 2025, up 2 percent year-on-year, according to data from the National Statistics Office. This marks a modest increase from the second quarter’s 1.33 million tonnes, reflecting stable herd recovery and stronger domestic demand.
Vietnam coffee exports fall 17.24 percent in August: Spain, Italy top destinations
Vietnam’s coffee exports fell 17.24 percent in August to US$460 million, bringing the year-to-date total to US$6.50 billion, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Agriculture: Vietnam fruits & vegetables exports surge 24.36 percent in August on China demand jump
Vietnam’s fruit and vegetable exports rose 24.36 percent in August to US$951 million, pushing year-to-date shipments to US$4.82 billion, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Aquaculture: Vietnam seafood exports rise 10.56 percent in August, to USA surge 26.5 percent
Vietnam’s fishery exports increased 10.56 percent month-on-month to US$1.07 billion in August, lifting year-to-date shipments to US$7.16 billion, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Rubber: Vietnam rubber product imports drop 7.7 percent in August 2025
Vietnam imported US$104.30 million worth of rubber products in August, down 7.7 percent from US$113.03 million in July, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date imports stood at US$810.69 million.
Dairy: Vietnam milk imports fall 18.3 percent in August 2025
Vietnam imported US$105.51 million worth of milk and milk products in August, down 18.3 percent from US$129.21 million in July, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date imports reached US$962.86 million.
Imports: Vietnam paper product imports steady in August, dominated by China and Thailand
Vietnam imported US$116.60 million worth of paper products in August, almost unchanged from US$116.92 million in July, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date imports reached US$825.11 million.
Trade: Vietnam soy bean imports rise 2.19 percent in August, led by Brazil, United States
Vietnam imported US$141.70 million of soy beans in August, up 2.19 percent from US$138.66 million in July, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date imports stood at US$837.61 million.
Energy: Vietnam LPG imports rise 10.36 percent in August amid changing supplier mix
Vietnam imported US$191.34 million of liquefied petroleum gases (LPG) in August, up from US$173.38 million in July, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date imports reached US$1.35 billion, reflecting steady growth in demand but with significant shifts in supply sources.
Trade: Vietnam paper imports fall 11.1 percent in August, key sources China and Indonesia
Vietnam imported US$200.90 million worth of paper in August, down 11.13 percent from July, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date imports reached US$1.60 billion.
Resources: Vietnam ores and minerals imports drop 25.8 percent in August
Vietnam imported US$204.21 million worth of ores and other mineral products in August, down 25.84 percent from July, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date imports stood at US$2.03 billion.
Agriculture: Vietnam fertilizer imports fall 1.7 percent in August, China and Russia key sources
Vietnam imported US$222.28 million of fertilizers in August, down 8.36 percent from July, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date imports reached US$1.51 billion.
Food & beverage: Vietnam fruit and vegetable imports fall 8.1 percent in August
Vietnam imported US$228.18 million of fruits and vegetables in August, down 8.09 percent from July, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date imports reached US$1.68 billion.
Food & beverage: Vietnam corn imports in August up 20.9 percent, Argentina & Brazil dominate supply
Vietnam imported US$315.20 million of corn in August, a 20.9 percent increase from July, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date imports reached US$1.73 billion.
Energy: Vietnam coal imports down 23.3 percent in August, Australia declines, Indonesia rises
Vietnam imported US$376.84 million of coal in August, a 23.3 percent fall from July, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date imports reached US$4.71 billion.
Animal fodder: Vietnam’s August imports up 11.4 percent, led by Argentina & the US
Vietnam imported US$385.80 million of animal fodders and materials in August, rising 11.4 percent from July, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date imports reached US$3.06 billion.
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