In February, Vietnam exported US$413 million worth of goods to Malaysia, down 23.40 percent over January, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
So far this year, Vietnam has exported US$952 million worth of goods to Malaysia.
Vietnam exported US$65.02 million worth of computers to Malaysia in February, up from US$49.64 million in January, a change of 30.99 percent.
It also exported US$46.37 million worth of phones in February, up from US$31.69 million in January, a change of 46.32 percent.
In addition, Vietnam exported US$45.75 million worth of machines, equipment, tools and instruments, down from US$51.31 million in January, a change of 10.84 percent.
Exports of other means of transportation, parts and accessories thereof reached US$45.56 million in February, up from US$16.73 million in January, a change of 172.33 percent.
Vietnam also exported US$41.03 million worth of other products, down from US$55.67 million in January, a change of 26.30 percent.
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Vietnam trade with Malaysia
In February, Vietnam imported US$907.66 million worth of goods from Malaysia and exported US$412.90 million to Malaysia, for total trade worth US$1,320.56 million, and leaving a trade deficit of US$494.77 million.
Two-way trade so far this year between Vietnam and Malaysia has reached US$2,897 million, with Vietnam importing US$1,944 million worth of goods and exporting US$952 million worth of goods.
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Vietnam-Malaysia news
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Imports from Malaysia in January
In January, Vietnam imported US$1035.23 million worth of goods from Malaysia, up from US$1,002.60 million in December, a change of 3.25 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Read more→
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Vietnam-Malaysia trade relations
Vietnam and Malaysia established diplomatic relations in 1973 and have since developed strong economic ties supported by regional frameworks such as the ASEAN Free Trade Area and the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership.
Bilateral trade has grown steadily over the decades, with both countries integrating into regional supply chains and expanding cooperation across manufacturing, energy, agriculture, and services.
Malaysia is a key trading partner and investor in Vietnam, particularly in sectors such as oil and gas, real estate, and manufacturing, while Vietnam exports electronics, machinery, and agricultural products to Malaysia.
Ongoing cooperation is supported by government-to-government agreements, business councils, and efforts to facilitate trade, investment, and connectivity within Southeast Asia.
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The data
Vietnam trade with Malaysia year to date February US$m
| February | January | Change | YTD | |
| Imports | 907.66 | 1,035.23 | -12.32% | 1,944.39 |
| Exports | 412.90 | 539.02 | -23.40% | 952.12 |
| Total | 1,320.56 | 1,574.25 | -16.11% | 2,896.50 |
| Balance | -494.77 | -496.21 | -0.29% | -992.27 |
Vietnam exports to Malaysia in February US$m
| February | January | Change | YTD | |
| Total | 412.90 | 539.02 | -23.40% | 952.12 |
| Computers | 65.02 | 49.64 | 30.99% | 114.65 |
| Phones | 46.37 | 31.69 | 46.32% | 78.07 |
| Machine, equipment, tools and instruments | 45.75 | 51.31 | -10.84% | 97.05 |
| Other means of transportation, parts and accessories thereof | 45.56 | 16.73 | 172.33% | 62.29 |
| Other products | 41.03 | 55.67 | -26.30% | 96.96 |
| Iron and steel | 32.10 | 63.81 | -49.70% | 95.91 |
| Textiles and garments | 11.93 | 17.51 | -31.88% | 29.43 |
| Chemical products | 11.39 | 8.75 | 30.21% | 20.14 |
| Fruits and vegetables | 9.77 | 13.21 | -26.08% | 22.98 |
| Other base metals and other base metal products | 9.34 | 11.35 | -17.74% | 20.69 |
| Rice | 8.41 | 19.51 | -56.88% | 27.93 |
| Coffee | 8.29 | 23.79 | -65.16% | 32.08 |
| Animal fodders and animal fodder materials | 7.63 | 11.22 | -31.99% | 18.85 |
| Wood and wooden products | 7.01 | 16.69 | -57.99% | 23.70 |
| Footwear | 6.70 | 10.13 | -33.84% | 16.83 |
| Fishery products | 5.91 | 14.42 | -59.04% | 20.33 |
| Clinker and cement | 5.58 | 8.44 | -33.93% | 14.06 |
| Fertilizers | 5.42 | 8.67 | -37.49% | 14.09 |
| Paper and paper products | 5.19 | 5.98 | -13.24% | 11.18 |
| Iron and steel products | 4.79 | 6.29 | -23.85% | 11.08 |
| Plastics | 4.48 | 5.59 | -19.84% | 10.07 |
| Plastic products | 4.06 | 5.77 | -29.66% | 9.83 |
| Chemicals | 4.01 | 40.65 | -90.14% | 44.66 |
| Petroleum products | 3.63 | 3.98 | -8.76% | 7.52 |
| Insulated wires and cables | 2.65 | 4.07 | -34.90% | 6.72 |
| Glass and glassware | 2.33 | 5.48 | -57.51% | 7.80 |
| Pastry, sweets and cereals products | 1.68 | 1.90 | -11.71% | 3.59 |
| Handbags, purses, suitcases, headgear and umbrellas | 1.25 | 2.59 | -51.54% | 3.84 |
| Yarn | 1.14 | 1.50 | -24.05% | 2.63 |
| Rubber | 0.92 | 12.86 | -92.85% | 13.78 |
| Ceramic products | 0.77 | 0.65 | 19.06% | 1.42 |
| Rubber products | 0.72 | 1.09 | -33.38% | 1.81 |
| Toys and sporting goods | 0.68 | 1.23 | -44.68% | 1.92 |
| Pepper | 0.67 | 1.81 | -62.89% | 2.48 |
| Manioc and manioc products | 0.32 | 3.96 | -91.80% | 4.29 |
| Tea | 0.21 | 0.45 | -53.98% | 0.65 |
| Non-wood furniture | 0.18 | 0.47 | -61.44% | 0.65 |
| Ores and other minerals product | 0.00 | 0.15 | -100.00% | 0.15 |