Vietnam's shrimp export industry has kicked off the year 2025 with impressive growth, solidifying its position as a key player in the domestic seafood export market.

VOV.VN - Vietnam's coconut exports surpassed US$1 billion last year, marking the highest figure in the past 14 years, according to the General Department of Vietnam Customs.

VOV.VN - While seafood exports to several markets saw slight declines in January, Vietnamese exports to China soared by 80.8%, according to the Ministry of Industry and Trade’s Import and Export Department.

VOV.VN - In January, Vietnam exported pepper to 30 key markets, with the United States, Germany, India, the United Kingdom, and the Republic of Korea being the top five in terms of export value, according to data from the General Department of Customs.

VOV.VN - Despite down 2.1%, the United States remained Vietnam's largest export market in January, with an estimated turnover of US$10 billion, according to a report from the Ministry of Industry and Trade.

VOV.VN - Vietnam’s total trade turnover reached US$63.25 billion in January 2025, with a trade surplus of US$3.13 billion, despite a decline in both exports and imports.

VOV.VN - The US decision to impose an additional 25% tariff on imported aluminum and steel is anticipated to significantly impact global trade, but Vietnam still has opportunities to sustain its exports to this major market.

Vietnam shipped US$774.3 million worth of aquatic products abroad in January, a year-on-year increase of 3.3%, according to the Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP).

Vietnam has set an ambitious target of earning US$48 billion in export revenue for the textile and garment industry this year, according to the Vietnam Textile and Apparel Association (VITAS) - and industry insiders hope that sustainable fashion will help the sector achieve its goal.

VOV.VN - After remaining high for an extended period, Vietnam's 5% broken rice export price dropped to US$399 per tonne in early 2025, falling below that of regional competitors such as Thailand, India, and Pakistan, according to the Vietnam Food Association (VFA).