VOV.VN - Vietnam’s agriculture sector is showing fresh signs of recovery as domestic rice prices and export prices gradually rebound, while high-quality and low-emission rice products are opening new opportunities in premium international markets.

VOV.VN - The Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT) has issued a directive to strengthen measures for promoting rice production and exports in the new context, while ensuring domestic market stability and food security.

VOV.VN - The Philippines, the world’s largest rice importer, reopened its international rice import market on January 1, 2026, after a four-month ban imposed in September 2025.

VOV.VN - Vietnam’s rice shipments to China have increased sharply in 2025, showing strong demand and active market diversification, according to the Vietnam Food Association (VFA).

Vietnam had exported more than 7 million tonnes of rice as of October 15, but domestic paddy and rice prices have fallen amid slower purchases by exporters, according to the Vietnam Food Association (VFA).

VOV.VN - Despite sharp declines in traditional markets such as the Philippines, Indonesia, and Malaysia, Vietnam sustained its stable rice export volume in the first nine months of 2025, thanks to strong growth in newer markets across Africa, China, and South Asia.

Vietnam’s rice exports are unlikely to be significantly affected in the short term, Acting Minister of Agriculture and Environment Tran Duc Thang said at a meeting on September 11 with businesses and associations following reports that the Philippines and Indonesia had temporarily suspended rice imports from early September.

Despite a temporary halt in rice import from the Philippines, Vietnam’s rice exports are expected to exceed 8.2 million tonnes for the whole year, bolstered by rising shipments to such markets as Bangladesh, China, and South Africa.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh’s recent directive to boost rice exports underscores that Vietnam’s rice industry still faces significant challenges requiring long-term, sustainable solutions focused on quality and competitive advantage.

Vietnam’s rice exports are projected to reach at least 8 million tonnes in 2025, positioning the country as the world’s second-largest exporter for the first time, according to Do Ha Nam, Chairman of the Vietnam Food Association (VFA).