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.
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.
Animal fodders & materials imports for Vietnam, up 7.38 percent month-on-month in September, Argentina and USA top suppliers
Vietnam’s imports of animal fodders and materials rose 7.38 percent in September 2025 to US$414.28 million from US$385.80 million in August, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date imports reached US$3.47 billion.
Cashew nut exports from Vietnam up 3.91 percent in September 2025, China and USA top buyers
Vietnam’s cashew nut exports rose 3.91 percent in September 2025 to US$491.30 million, up from US$472.79 million in August, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Thailand buys US$745 billion of Vietnam’s exports in September, up 0.23 percent month-on-month
Vietnam’s exports to Thailand reached US$745.02 million in September 2025, rising slightly by 0.23 percent from August, according to the latest data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Indonesia ships US$961.26 million of goods to Vietnam in September, up 9.83 percent month-on-month
Vietnam’s imports from Indonesia rose to US$961.26 million in September 2025, up 9.83 percent from August, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Coal was the largest import category at US$154.52 million, increasing 11 percent month on month.
Coal imports for Vietnam, up 21.35 percent month-on-month in September, Australia and Indonesia top suppliers
Vietnam’s coal imports reached US$457.27 million in September 2025, up 21.35 percent from August, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This brought total coal import value for the first nine months of the year to US$5.17 billion.
Coffee exports from Vietnam up 0.50 percent in September 2025, Italy and Germany top buyers
Vietnam’s coffee exports in September 2025 reached US$462.28 million, up 0.5 percent from August, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This modest increase brought year-to-date exports to US$7.01 billion.
India buys US$835 billion of Vietnam’s exports in September, down 11.73 percent month-on-month
Vietnam’s exports to India fell by 11.73 percent in September 2025 to US$835.39 million from US$946.41 million in August, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date exports reached US$7.73 billion.
Singapore ships US$455.89 million of goods to Vietnam in September, up 9.34 percent month-on-month
Vietnam’s imports from Singapore rose 9.34 percent in September 2025 to US$455.89 million, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Textile, footwear materials imports for Vietnam, up 13.98 percent month-on-month in September, China and USA top suppliers
Vietnam’s imports of textile, leather, and footwear materials and auxiliaries rose to US$661.94 million in September, up 13.98 percent from August, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Fishery product exports from Vietnam down 5.63 percent in September 2025, China and USA top buyers
Vietnam’s fishery exports declined slightly in September, totalling US$1.01 billion, down 5.63 percent from August, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Poland buys US$289 billion of Vietnam’s exports in September, down 8 percent month-on-month
Vietnam’s exports to Poland fell 8 percent month-on-month to US$288.88 million in September 2025, according to the latest data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date exports reached US$2.58 billion.
Germany buys US$760 billion of Vietnam’s exports in September, up 7.58 percent month-on-month
Vietnam’s exports to Germany rose 7.58 percent month-on-month to US$760.36 million in September 2025, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date exports reached US$6.96 billion.
Poland ratifies Vietnam–EU investment agreement: 19 member states down, 8 to go
The Polish House of Representatives has unanimously approved the bill to ratify the EU–Vietnam Investment Protection Agreement (EVIPA) with 422 votes in favour, Tuoi Tre has reported. Poland is the 19th country to ratify the agreement with 8 EU member states remaining.
France ships US$167.99 million of goods to Vietnam in September, down 5.92 percent month-on-month
Vietnam’s imports from France fell 5.92 percent month-on-month to US$167.99 million in September 2025, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. For the year-to-date period, total imports reached US$1.53 billion.
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