From November 12-14, 2026, in An Giang province, Domestic Market Management and Development Agency (Ministry of Industry and Trade) will coordinate with Department of Industry and Trade of An Giang province to organize Vietnam-Cambodia Trade Connection Conference and Fair 2026.
The program is implemented within framework of project to promote border trade development and export of goods to Cambodian market in 2026, approved by Minister of Industry and Trade in Decision No. 2162/QD-BCT dated July 25, 2025. The activity aims to contribute to achieving a bilateral trade turnover of US$20 billion between Vietnam and Cambodia by 2030.
Economic and trade cooperation between Vietnam and Cambodia has continued to develop positively in recent years, playing an important role in promoting circulation of goods, strengthening supply chain linkages and consolidating cooperative relations between two countries.
According to data provided by the organizers, in the first eight months of 2026, total import and export turnover between Vietnam and Cambodia reached US$8.67 billion, an increase of 8.3% compared to the same period last year. Of this, Vietnam's export to Cambodia reached US$4.28 billion, an increase of 13.8%; and import from Cambodia reached US$4.38 billion, an increase of 3.4%.
This result shows that trade between two countries continues to maintain its growth momentum. Strengthening connections, exchanging market information and supporting businesses in finding partners are crucial to more effectively exploiting trade cooperation opportunities.
Upcoming "Vietnam-Cambodia Trade Connection Conference 2026" will create a forum for state management agencies, industry associations and the business communities of both countries to exchange market information and share experiences in trade development. Through this program, businesses have the opportunity to understand market needs and access conditions, while strengthening supply-demand connections, seeking partners and expanding their distribution systems.
The conference also focuses on discussing potential, strengths and advantageous products of each locality; sharing experiences in improving quality, design, packaging, brand building and meeting requirements for quality standards, traceability, labeling and food safety. In addition, delegates will discuss difficulties and obstacles in trade activities, propose solutions to expand markets, develop distribution channels, logistics, e-commerce and improve export efficiency.
The conference was attended and chaired by leaders from Department of Domestic Market Management and Development, Ministry of Industry and Trade and leaders from Department of Industry and Trade of An Giang province. The attendees also included representatives from units under Ministry of Industry and Trade, Vietnamese Trade Office in Cambodia, leaders of Departments of Industry and Trade of several provinces and cities in southern region, representatives from several provinces of Cambodia, industry associations, Vietnamese and Cambodian businesses, press and media agencies and other relevant agencies and units.
Within framework of conference, direct business networking activities between Vietnamese and Cambodian enterprises were organized to facilitate exchange of needs, search for partners, access to cooperation opportunities and establishment of business relationships. Through these meetings and exchanges, businesses from both countries had opportunity to introduce their products, explore cooperation possibilities and expand their distribution activities in each other's markets.
Alongside conference, Vietnam-Cambodia Business Networking Fair 2026 was held at the same location from November 12th to 14th. The fair featured exhibition spaces showcasing characteristic products, OCOP products, agricultural products, seafood, consumer goods and products with export potential from businesses of both countries. The product displays and presentations aimed to promote goods, help businesses reach consumers and enhance trade networking opportunities.
Within framework of the fair, promotional programs, shopping incentives, consumer interaction activities, art performances, cultural exchanges, livestreaming and media coverage on digital platforms were organized to attract visitors, promote products from both countries and boost shopping and consumer demand.
Combination of conferences, direct business networking and product displays and introductions creates opportunities for businesses to exchange market information, find partners and promote their goods to consumers.

Source: Vitic/ congthuong.vn