In February, Vietnam exported US$606 million worth of goods to the UK, down 22.50 percent over January, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Year to date, Vietnam has exported US$1,387 million worth of goods to the United Kingdom.
Phones were Vietnam’s largest export category to the United Kingdom in February at US$147.38 million, down from US$176.61 million in January, a decline of 16.55 percent.
Computers followed at US$108.58 million in February, up from US$94.51 million in January, an increase of 14.89 percent.
Machine, equipment, tools and instruments reached US$73.41 million, down from US$82.77 million, a decline of 11.31 percent, while textiles and garments fell 22.20 percent to US$59.46 million.
Footwear exports dropped to US$51.73 million in February from US$84.08 million in January, a decrease of 38.47 percent.
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Vietnam trade with the UK YTD
In February, Vietnam imported US$74.11 million worth of goods from UK and exported US$605.63 million to UK, for total trade worth US$679.74 million, and leaving a trade surplus of US$531.53 million.
Two-way trade so far this year between Vietnam and UK has reached US$1,536 million, with Vietnam importing US$149 million worth of goods and exporting US$1,387 million worth of goods.
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Vietnam-UK news
Recent developments involving the two countries include:
UK renewables VN acquisition
ACCV Holdings has agreed to sell Asia Clean Capital Vietnam to funds managed by the United Kingdom asset manager Gresham House.
Asia Clean Capital Vietnam develops commercial and industrial renewable energy projects supplying multinational manufacturers and export-oriented businesses operating in Vietnam. Read more→
UK-listed energy developer’s gas field development approved
The Government of Vietnam has approved UK-listed Jadestone Energy’s Field Development Plan for the Nam Du and U Minh offshore gas fields.
The project includes an initial 2P reserves of 32 million barrels of oil equivalent and will establish a new production hub in southwest Vietnam. Read more→
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Vietnam-UK trade relations
Vietnam and the United Kingdom maintain a growing trade relationship under the UK-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (UKVFTA), which came into force in 2021 following the UK’s exit from the European Union.
The agreement largely replicates the commitments of the EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement, reducing tariffs, improving market access, and strengthening regulatory alignment across goods and services.
Bilateral trade has expanded steadily, with Vietnam exporting electronics, textiles, footwear, and agricultural products, while the UK exports pharmaceuticals, machinery, and financial services.
The UK has positioned Vietnam as a key partner in Southeast Asia, with cooperation extending beyond trade into areas such as green finance, energy transition, and education.
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The data
Vietnam trade with the UK year to date February 2026 US$m
| February | January | Change | YTD | |
| Imports | 74.11 | 74.21 | -0.14% | 148.50 |
| Exports | 605.63 | 781.46 | -22.50% | 1,387.14 |
| Total | 679.74 | 855.67 | -20.56% | 1,535.65 |
| Balance | 531.53 | 707.25 | -24.85% | 1,238.64 |
Vietnam exports to the UK in February 2026 US$m
| February | January | Change | YTD | |
| Total | 605.63 | 781.46 | -22.50% | 1,387.14 |
| Phones | 147.38 | 176.61 | -16.55% | 323.99 |
| Computers | 108.58 | 94.51 | 14.89% | 203.09 |
| Machine, equipment, tools and instruments | 73.41 | 82.77 | -11.31% | 156.18 |
| Textiles and garments | 59.46 | 76.43 | -22.20% | 135.89 |
| Footwear | 51.73 | 84.08 | -38.47% | 135.81 |
| Other products | 27.08 | 44.59 | -39.27% | 71.67 |
| Toys and sporting goods | 20.07 | 29.54 | -32.07% | 49.61 |
| Fishery products | 19.20 | 24.92 | -22.96% | 44.12 |
| Coffee | 18.96 | 30.84 | -38.50% | 49.80 |
| Wood and wood products | 17.93 | 27.46 | -34.69% | 45.43 |
| Other means of transportation, parts and accessories thereof | 8.46 | 29.39 | -71.23% | 37.85 |
| Other base metals and other base metal products | 8.31 | 11.60 | -28.33% | 19.91 |
| Handbags, purses, suitcases, headgear and umbrellas | 8.17 | 11.40 | -28.34% | 19.57 |
| Plastic products | 7.27 | 12.61 | -42.36% | 19.87 |
| Cashew nut | 4.19 | 9.48 | -55.74% | 13.67 |
| Fruits and vegetables | 3.67 | 4.26 | -13.82% | 7.94 |
| Pepper | 3.63 | 3.23 | 12.25% | 6.86 |
| Bamboo and rattan products | 3.16 | 5.61 | -43.60% | 8.78 |
| Ceramic products | 2.97 | 3.90 | -23.71% | 6.87 |
| Pastry, sweets and cereals products | 2.23 | 3.13 | -28.67% | 5.36 |
| Iron and steel products | 1.92 | 3.36 | -42.97% | 5.28 |
| Rubber products | 1.81 | 1.40 | 29.09% | 3.22 |
| Insulated wires and cables | 1.66 | 2.34 | -29.05% | 4.01 |
| Yarn | 1.43 | 1.98 | -27.83% | 3.41 |
| Paper and paper products | 0.80 | 1.59 | -49.47% | 2.40 |
| Iron and steel | 0.72 | 2.38 | -69.92% | 3.09 |
| Rubber | 0.66 | 0.26 | 156.14% | 0.92 |
| Textile and footwear materials | 0.62 | 1.33 | -53.78% | 1.95 |
| Precious stones, precious metal and articles thereof | 0.14 | 0.47 | -69.90% | 0.61 |