Keyword: "agriculture exports"

With geopolitical uncertainties expected to persist, experts said Vietnam must strengthen exporters' capacity to meet international standards while optimising logistics and distribution networks to safeguard its position in the Middle East.

The MAE is working with businesses to expand the system from July 1 to a range of key commodities, including rice, meat, eggs, milk, pineapple, passion fruit and tea.

Although Vietnam recorded a trade deficit of nearly 14 billion USD in the first five months of 2026, the agriculture sector continued to stand out as a major contributor to external trade, generating a surplus of 7.5 billion USD, or roughly 1.5 billion USD per month.

Vietnam is at risk of losing out on major pepper export markets due to increasing logistics costs, according to the Vietnam Pepper Association (VPA).

Agriculture exports from the Mekong Delta are facing logistical challenges, affecting their competitiveness overseas.

The food processing and drinks industry has seen growth of 7 percent in recent years, with more and more foreign investors deciding to pour money into the sector.