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.
Trade: Vietnam exports to Taiwan down 6.1 percent in August
Vietnam exported US$540.37 million worth of goods to Taiwan in August, a 6.14 percent decline from July, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date exports reached US$4.42 billion.
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.
Garments & textiles: Vietnam cotton imports down 7.0 percent in August
Vietnam imported US$227.09 million of cotton in August, a 7.03 percent decline from July, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date imports reached US$2.09 billion.
Exports: Vietnam exports to Thailand rise 11.3 percent in August on stronger electronics and machinery
Vietnam exported US$743.33 million worth of goods to Thailand in August, up 11.27 percent from July, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date exports reached US$5.58 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.
Trade: Vietnam exports to UAE rise 1.6 percent in August, led by phones and electronics
Vietnam exported US$533.67 million worth of goods to the UAE in August, up 1.59 percent from July, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date exports reached US$3.92 billion.
Electronics: Vietnam imports of cameras rise 3.4 percent in August
Vietnam imported US$234.27 million of still image, video cameras and parts in August, up 3.43 percent from July, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date imports reached US$1.60 billion.
Trade: Vietnam exports to the UK ease 0.5 percent in August
Vietnam exported US$800.86 million worth of goods to the UK in August, down 0.51 percent from July, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date exports totalled US$5.48 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.
US-Vietnam Trade: Vietnam exports to the US edge down 2 percent in August
Vietnam exported US$13.94 billion worth of goods to the US in August, down 1.97 percent from July, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date exports reached US$99.05 billion.
Trade: Vietnam imports from China slip 1.9 percent in August
Vietnam imported US$16.41 billion worth of goods from China in August, down 1.94 percent from July, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date imports stood at US$117.93 billion.
Garments & textiles: Vietnam yarn imports slip 1 percent in August
Vietnam imported US$239.71 million of yarn in August, edging down 1.04 percent from July, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date imports reached US$1.88 billion.
Trade: Vietnam imports from the US dip 4.37 Percent in August
Vietnam imported goods worth US$1.59 billion from the US in August, down 4.37 percent from July, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date imports reached US$12.14 billion.
Trade: Vietnam rubber imports fall 7.1 percent in August
Vietnam imported US$254.71 million of rubber in August, down 7.07 percent from July, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date imports totalled US$1.95 billion.
Trade: Vietnam August wood imports down 6.8 percent, China and USA dominate supply
Vietnam imported US$288.46 million of wood and wooden products in August, down 6.8 percent from July, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date imports reached US$2.11 billion.
Vietnam pharmaceutical imports fall 15.7 percent in August, despite increase from France, USA
Vietnam imported US$308.56 million of pharmaceutical products in August, falling 15.7 percent from July, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date imports reached US$2.80 billion.
Automotive: Vietnam motor vehicle imports down 15.3 percent in August, China and Thailand top suppliers
Vietnam imported US$363.35 million of motor vehicles in August, a 15.3 percent decline from July, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date imports reached US$3.02 billion.
Industry: Vietnam insulated wire imports down 5.3 percent in August
Vietnam imported US$389.83 million of insulated wires and cables in August, down 5.3 percent from July, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date imports reached US$2.98 billion.
Seafood: Vietnam seafood exporters seek government support after US import ruling
Vietnam’s seafood exporters’ association (VASEP) has asked ministries for support following a US decision that 12 of Vietnam’s fishing practices do not meet Marine Mammal Protection Act standards, which will restrict certain imports from 1 January 2026, Dan Tri has reported.
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