In December, Vietnam exported US$287 million worth of goods to Belgium, up 6.33 percent over November, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
So far this year, Vietnam has exported US$3,587 million worth of goods to Belgium.
Vietnam exported US$89.52 million worth of footwear to Belgium in December. This was down from US$97.32 million in November, a change of -8.01 percent.
It also exported US$37.72 million worth of textiles and garments to Belgium in December. This was up from US$34.10 million in November, a change of 10.64 percent.
It also exported US$26.09 million worth of coffee to Belgium in December. This was up from US$14.66 million in November, a change of 78.02 percent.
Vietnam also exported US$26.00 million worth of machines, equipment, tools and instruments to Belgium in December. This was up from US$13.66 million in November, a change of 90.34 percent.
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Vietnam exports to Belgium in December US$m
| December | November | Change | YTD | |
| Total | 286.56 | 269.49 | 6.33% | 3,587.04 |
| Footwear | 89.52 | 97.32 | -8.01% | 1,224.47 |
| Textiles and garments | 37.72 | 34.10 | 10.64% | 450.26 |
| Other products | 26.77 | 28.47 | -5.96% | 364.19 |
| Coffee | 26.09 | 14.66 | 78.02% | 272.21 |
| Machine, equipment, tools and instruments | 26.00 | 13.66 | 90.34% | 267.54 |
| Iron and steel | 17.87 | 19.99 | -10.61% | 329.04 |
| Handbags, purses, suitcases, headgear and umbrellas | 17.47 | 15.13 | 15.52% | 153.69 |
| Fishery products | 14.30 | 15.40 | -7.12% | 169.65 |
| Wood and wooden products | 8.34 | 5.94 | 40.44% | 63.09 |
| Plastic products | 6.82 | 6.56 | 4.04% | 65.92 |
| Toys and sports requisites; parts and accessories | 3.45 | 2.25 | 53.19% | 48.65 |
| Computers, electrical products, and spare-parts | 2.50 | 1.74 | 44.01% | 12.98 |
| Iron and steel products | 2.42 | 4.58 | -47.25% | 44.53 |
| Precious stones, precious metal and articles thereof | 2.04 | 4.76 | -57.21% | 50.20 |
| Cashew nut | 1.96 | 2.15 | -8.88% | 30.68 |
| Rubber products | 1.37 | 0.51 | 169.39% | 9.82 |
| Bamboo and rattan products | 1.03 | 0.84 | 23.10% | 10.15 |
| Ceramic products | 0.49 | 0.76 | -35.78% | 3.48 |
| Pepper | 0.38 | 0.69 | -44.05% | 9.08 |
| Rice | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00% | 0.11 |
| Rubber | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00% | 7.00 |
| Still image, video cameras and parts thereof | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00% | 0.28 |
Vietnam trade with Belgium
In December, Vietnam imported US$71.91 million worth of goods from Belgium and exported US$286.56 million to Belgium, for total trade worth US$358.47 million, and leaving a trade surplus of US$214.64 million.
Two-way trade so far this year between Vietnam and Belgium has reached US$4,365 million, with Vietnam importing US$778 million worth of goods and exporting US$3,587 million worth of goods.
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Vietnam trade with Belgium year to date December US$m
| December | November | Change | YTD | |
| Imports | 71.91 | 39.23 | 83.32% | 777.97 |
| Exports | 286.56 | 269.49 | 6.33% | 3,587.04 |
| Total | 358.47 | 308.72 | 16.12% | 4,365.01 |
| Balance | 214.64 | 230.26 | -6.78% | 2,809.07 |
Vietnam-Belgium news
Recent developments involving the two countries include:
DPPA power use requirement too high
Belgium invested Deep C Industrial Zones has asked Vietnam to ease electricity consumption requirements under the direct power purchase agreement mechanism, citing limits on small and medium enterprises.
Under Decree 57/2025, buyers must be classified as large electricity consumers, defined as using at least 200,000 kilowatt hours per month, according to the Ministry of Industry and Trade.
Deep C said many small and medium enterprises need renewable energy to meet international standards but cannot meet the threshold, especially for rooftop solar in industrial zones.
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Vietnam-Belgium trade relations
Vietnam and Belgium established diplomatic relations in 1973, laying the groundwork for steadily expanding trade and investment ties.
Belgium has since emerged as an important European gateway for Vietnamese exports, particularly through the Port of Antwerp-Bruges, while Vietnam has become a growing market for Belgian machinery, pharmaceuticals, chemicals and logistics services.
Trade relations are underpinned by the EU–Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA), which came into force in 2020 and progressively removes tariffs, improves market access and strengthens investment protections.
The agreement has accelerated two-way trade, supported deeper supply-chain integration, and positioned Belgium as a strategic entry point for Vietnamese goods into the European Union, while encouraging Belgian firms to expand operations in Vietnam.