Vietnam ranks 18th among world’s top exporters in 2025: WTO
VOV.VN - Vietnam ranked 18th among the world’s 30 largest exporting economies in 2025, with export turnover estimated at US$473 billion, according to the latest data from the World Trade Organisation (WTO).
The ranking highlights Asia’s strong presence, with 11 economies represented. In Southeast Asia, Singapore places 14th while Thailand ranks 25th.
China remains the world’s largest exporter by a wide margin, with shipments totaling US$3.8 trillion, far exceeding all other economies. Its position is reinforced by an extensive network of free trade agreements with partners including Australia, Pakistan, the Republic of Korea, and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).
The United States ranks second, with exports surpassing US$2.2 trillion, led by automobiles, oil, soybeans, and medical products. Its major trading partners include Canada, Mexico, China, Germany, and Japan.
Germany holds third place with US$1.8 trillion in exports. It is followed by the Netherlands (US$989 billion), Hong Kong - China (US$754 billion), Japan (US$738 billion), Italy (US$726 billion), and the Republic of Korea (US$709 billion).
Among resource-rich economies, the United Arab Emirates reports exports of US$707 billion, while Saudi Arabia generates US$311 billion. Oil and related products account for nearly 75% of Saudi Arabia’s export value and more than half of the UAE’s total.
Vietnam’s export growth continues to accelerate, supported by expanding foreign trade and deeper global integration through 17 free trade agreements with more than 60 economies. Exports exceeded US$470 billion in 2025, up more than 16%, while maintaining a trade surplus above US$20 billion, contributing to macroeconomic stability.
The country has emerged as one of the fastest-growing export markets globally, driven by strong demand for electronics, computers, mobile components, machinery, and agricultural products such as seafood, coffee, and wood products.
Vietnam’s trade expansion has been rapid and sustained, rising from US$100 billion in 2009 to US$930 billion in 2025. As of April 15, 2026, its combined import-export value approached US$300 billion and is likely to hit around US$1 trillion in the near term, reinforcing its position as an increasingly important hub in global trade.