trade
The Trade category covers import/export trends, trade agreements, and global market movements. It explores foreign direct investment, tariff policies, logistics, and international business relations, providing insights into market access, supply chain resilience, and regulatory impacts on trade flows.
Chemical products imports into Vietnam, up 3.44 percent in September, China and South Korea top suppliers
Vietnam’s chemical imports reached US$696.96 million in September 2025, up 3.44 percent month-on-month, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Yarn exports from Vietnam down 6.44 percent in September 2025, China and South Korea top buyers
Vietnam’s yarn exports fell 6.4 percent month-on-month in September 2025 to US$355.87 million, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Shipments to China, the largest buyer, dropped 2.9 percent to US$195.54 million, while exports to South Korea and the USA fell 5.8 and 15 percent respectively. Bangladesh
Philippines ships US$190.92 million of goods to Vietnam in September, up 3.72 percent
Vietnam’s imports from the Philippines reached US$190.92 million in September 2025, rising 3.72 percent from August, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date imports totalled US$1.81 billion.
Taiwan buys US$536 billion of Vietnam’s exports in September, down 0.87 percent month-on-month
Vietnam’s exports to Taiwan reached US$535.67 million in September 2025, slightly down 0.87 percent from August, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date exports totalled US$4.95 billion.
Insulated wires and cables exports to the USA down 8.74 percent in September 2025
Vietnam’s exports of insulated wires and cables reached US$374.44 million in September, down 4.52 percent month-on-month, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date exports totalled US$3.24 billion.
India ships US$497.57 million of goods to Vietnam in September, down 3.34 percent month-on-month
Vietnam’s imports from India fell by 3.34 percent month-on-month to US$497.57 million in September 2025, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date imports totalled US$4.35 billion.
Petroleum products imports into Vietnam down 6.48 percent in September, South Korea and Singapore top suppliers
Vietnam imported petroleum products worth US$521.46 million in September 2025, down 6.48 percent from August, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date imports totalled US$5.21 billion.
Indonesia buys US$438 billion of Vietnam’s exports in September, down 9.94 percent
Vietnam’s exports to Indonesia reached US$438.49 million in September, down 9.94 percent from August, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Year-to-date exports totalled US$4.27 billion. Year-to-date exports totalled US$4.27 billion.
Digital camera exports from Vietnam up 1.3 percent in September 2025, China and USA top buyers
Vietnam’s exports of still image, video cameras and parts reached US$842.87 million in September 2025, rising 1.3 percent from August, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date exports totalled US$5.86 billion.
US—Vietnam trade agreement framework announced via joint statement
The United States and Vietnam have agreed on a Framework for an Agreement on Reciprocal, Fair, and Balanced Trade to deepen their bilateral economic relationship, the two countries have said in a statement.
Netherlands buys US$1.14 billion of Vietnam’s exports in September, down 4.87 percent month-on-month
Vietnam’s exports to the Netherlands reached US$1.14 billion in September 2025, down 4.87 percent from August, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Italy ships US$148.56 million of goods to Vietnam in September, down 5.96 percent month-on-month
Vietnam’s imports from Italy totalled US$148.56 million in September 2025, down 5.96 percent from August, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Chemicals imports into Vietnam, up 2.5 percent in September, China and Taiwan top suppliers
Vietnam’s imports of chemicals rose slightly in September 2025, reaching US$653.88 million, up 2.5 percent from August, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Iron and steel exports from Vietnam up 14.94 percent in September 2025, Cambodia and Italy top buyers
Vietnam’s iron and steel exports reached US$496.95 million in September 2025, up 14.94 percent from August, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date exports climbed to US$5.17 billion.
Dairy imports into Vietnam fall 5.10 percent in September, New Zealand and USA top suppliers
Vietnam’s imports of milk and milk products fell by 5.10 percent in September 2025 compared with August, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Total imports reached US$100.14 million, bringing the year-to-date value to US$1.06 billion.
Plastic products exports from Vietnam to the USA down 6.98 percent in September 2025
Vietnam’s exports of plastic products declined month-on-month in September 2025, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Total export value reached US$592.93 million, down from US$637.43 million in August.
Digital cameras and parts imports for Vietnam, up 0.37 percent in September, China and Taiwan top suppliers
Vietnam’s imports of still image, video cameras and parts reached US$233.40 million in September, down 0.37 percent from August, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date imports stood at US$1.83 billion.
UK buys US$745 million of Vietnam’s exports in September, down 6.92 percent month-on-month
Vietnam’s exports to the United Kingdom fell by 6.92 percent month-on-month to US$745.44 million in September 2025, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date exports totalled US$6.22 billion, led by electronics, machinery, and footwear.
Bags, headgear and umbrella exports from Vietnam to the USA down 11.93 percent in September
The United States remained Vietnam’s largest market, though exports fell 16.83 percent to US$156.70 million. Shipments to Japan also dropped 16 percent to US$23.75 million, while the Netherlands decreased 7.22 percent to US$20.46 million.
Netherlands ships US$64.12 million of goods to Vietnam in September, up 8.46 percent month-on-month
Vietnam’s imports from the Netherlands rose 8.46 percent month-on-month to US$64.12 million in September 2025, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Total imports in the first nine months reached US$587.16 million.
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