Import and export 2026: expectation of accelerated growth from Q1 foundation (Wednesday, April 15,2026)

Q1/2026 growth rate of 23.2% sets stage for import and export growth for the whole year. From an investment-driven trade deficit, Ministry of Industry and Trade aims for accelerated growth towards a sustainable trade surplus.

  April 15, 2026 – Vietnam Agricultural Commodities Morning Brief (Wednesday, April 15,2026)

Vietnam’s agricultural commodity markets opened firmer on Wednesday, with coffee and pepper prices climbing toward fresh highs amid tightening supply conditions, while durian prices showed a clear divergence between premium and lower-grade segments. At the same time, live hog prices extended modest gains across all regions, reflecting continued recovery in the livestock sector.

  E-commerce boom shadowed by surge in counterfeit goods (Wednesday, April 15,2026)

What appears to be a convenient digital marketplace is, in many cases, riddled with sophisticated traps. With a single click, trust can quickly be exchanged for fake or substandard products, online newspaper vietnamplus.vn reported.

  State Treasury raises 3 bln USD worth of Government bonds in Q1 (Wednesday, April 15,2026)

All the bonds were issued through auctions with maturities ranging from 5-15 years. Notably, longer tenors of 20-30 years attracted zero investor interest.

  Import and export procedures to be simplified (Wednesday, April 15,2026)

The Ministry of Industry and Trade has just announced amendments and additions to a series of administrative procedures in the import and export sector, focusing on simplifying processes and facilitating businesses.

  Highlights of imports and exports in first quarter of 2026 (Wednesday, April 15,2026)

Although only the first quarter of 2026 has passed, the statistics recently released by the Customs Department show a significant improvement in the country's import and export turnover.

  Standardizing production, Gia Lai aims for $3.05 billion in export (Tuesday, April 14,2026)

By promoting production standardization, controlling food safety throughout the supply chain and expanding markets, Gia Lai aims for $3.05 billion in exports by 2026.

  What policies are needed for footwear industry in face of pressure of 90% of its production for export? (Tuesday, April 14,2026)

Footwear industry, with 90% of its production exported, is facing significant risks from geopolitical fluctuations, creating an urgent need to improve policies to enhance resilience.

  AI technology and sustainable solutions for Vietnam's textile and garment industry (Tuesday, April 14,2026)

Application of artificial intelligence (AI) and green production is becoming a decisive factor in competitiveness of Vietnam's textile and garment industry.

  Vietnam agricultural markets in morning trade April 14: Coffee and durian edged higher (Tuesday, April 14,2026)

Vietnam’s agricultural markets during the morning session on April 14 showed mixed trends, with coffee and durian prices edging higher on renewed buying interest, while rice, pepper and live hog markets remained largely stable with only slight fluctuations.

  Japan - Vietnam's important shrimp market (Tuesday, April 14,2026)

Japan continues to be one of Vietnam's important and stable shrimp markets.

  Program for expanding into international markets in 2026–2030 period approved (Tuesday, April 14,2026)

Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Chi Dung recently signed Decision No. 626/QD-TTg approving the Program for Expanding into International Markets in the period 2026–2030.

  Goods import and export in Q1 2026 increased by 23%, reaching $250 billion (Monday, April 13,2026)

Overall, in Q1/2026, total value of goods import and export reached $249.50 billion, an increase of 23.0% compared to the same period last year.

  Seafood export accelerate in Q1, businesses shift market focus (Monday, April 13,2026)

Seafood exports in Q1/2026 showed positive growth but faced pressure from fluctuations and consumer trends, requiring the industry to diversify markets and products.

  Rice export in Q1/2026 are expected to decrease in value, increasing pressure for restructuring (Monday, April 13,2026)

In Q1/2026, rice export are projected to decrease by 7.8% in value due to a decline in average prices. Increased competition necessitates flexible management and restructuring of rice industry.

  Coffee export expected to exceed US$8 billion (Monday, April 13,2026)

Despite market fluctuations, Vietnam's coffee industry is projected to maintain export turnover above US$8 billion. However, US$10 billion target is considered challenging.

  VinFast EV sales jump 127%, cementing market dominance (Monday, April 13,2026)

According to its report, all models in VinFast’s EV lineup recorded strong growth in March. Notably, on March 28 alone, the company completed 3,520 orders, the highest number ever recorded in a single day by an automotive brand in Vietnam.

  Vietnam’s key industries to be boosted (Monday, April 13,2026)

The Key Industries Law is expected to help Vietnam achieve its goal of becoming a strong, sustainably developing economy with a modern industrial sector.

  Vietnam's industrial sector and new opportunity (Monday, April 13,2026)

Resolution 82/NQ-CP on the development of key industries marks a very positive shift in Vietnam's industrial development policy thinking.

  Maintaining export momentum towards double-digit growth (Friday, April 10,2026)

In context of a volatile global market, maintaining export momentum is a key requirement to achieve double-digit growth.

  Fuel price surge puts mounting pressure on CPI: NSO (Friday, April 10,2026)

An official stressed the need for close monitoring, proactive responses, ensuring stable fuel supply, as well as stronger market surveillance to prevent unjustified price hikes following fuel increases.

  Dong Nai leads in banana exports with a production volume exceeding 700,000 tonnes per year (Friday, April 10,2026)

With nearly 21,000 hectares of banana plantations and over 80% of its production dedicated to export, Dong Nai is gradually asserting its position as Vietnam's banana capital in international market.

  Vietnam's tilapia exports accelerated, requiring long-term strategy (Friday, April 10,2026)

Vietnam's tilapia exports are experiencing impressive growth, reflecting expanding demand in the international market as well as the potential for development in this industry.

  Vietnam’s cassava exports saw positive growth in first quarter of 2026 (Friday, April 10,2026)

Vietnam’s cassava and cassava product exports in the first quarter of 2026 recorded positive growth in both volume and value, thanks to recovering demand from the Chinese market.

  Vietnam’s agricultural markets on April 9 (Thursday, April 9,2026)

Vietnam’s agricultural markets on April 9 saw divergent movements across key commodities, as coffee prices plunged under heavy selling pressure while pepper and live hog prices firmed. Durian and hog farmers continued to benefit from elevated price levels, while rice, rubber and other products recorded mixed trends.

  QR, mobile payments on the rise, ATM usage declines (Thursday, April 9,2026)

The SBV's figures show that cashless transactions increased by over 40.7% in volume and 13.4% in value in the first two months of 2026, compared to the same period last year.

  Vietnam sees ample opportunities in AI-powered economy (Thursday, April 9,2026)

The “Vietnam AI Economy 2025” report, released by the National Innovation Centre, Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), and Boston Consulting Group, puts hard numbers on the opportunity for the first time. It forecasts that AI could add up to 130 billion USD to Vietnam’s GDP by 2040, equivalent to roughly 25% of the country’s current economy.

  Vietnam’s seafood exports increased in first quarter of 2026 (Thursday, April 9,2026)

After a period of positive growth in the first two months of the year, Vietnam's seafood exports in March of 2026 showed signs of slowing down, reflecting a more volatile global demand landscape.

  Vietnam advised to build sustainable linkages for bioethanol production (Thursday, April 9,2026)

According to the Vietnam Biofuels Association, the country currently operates six fuel ethanol plants with a combined designed capacity of approximately 600,000 cubic metres per year. At full capacity, these facilities could meet around 40% of the demand for E10 RON95 blending. However, securing sufficient feedstock to operate at full capacity continues to face considerable difficulties.

  Vietnam's main economic indexes in March of 2026 (Thursday, April 9,2026)

In the first quarter of 2026, Vietnam GDP growth rate fell to 7.83%, the industrial output growth increased and inflation rate was highest in over 3 years. The country’s trade balance swung to deficit in March.