One Việtnamese durian exporter said that it's 170 tonnes of produce could be not cleared at custom gates, because China applies the strict inspection of BY2 that is believed to be used to enhance the yellow colour of durian fruit.

Vietnam spent US$3.04 billion importing 12,52 million tonnes of corn of all kinds last year, representing a rise of 28.9% in volume and 6.07% in turnover against the same period from last year, according to the General Department of Vietnam Customs.

The Ministry of Industry and Trade of Việt Nam and the United States Trade Representative on January 17 signed a bilateral agreement in Washington, DC resolving an anti-dumping dispute over Vietnamese pangasius fillets.

Vietnamese exporters have proactively diversified their markets from the start of the year to mitigate risks as they may soon face significant tax hikes globally, said industry insiders and experts.

Vietnam's exports will face a new cycle of fluctuations in 2025, with numerous uncertainties arising in the global market, especially due to new policies from the United States, according to economic experts.

The American president, who re-entered the White House on Monday, has proposed up to 20 per cent universal tariffs on imports from all countries.

In 2024, Vietnam’s agricultural exports to China made big progress, not only increasing in export turnover but also expanding consumption markets.

The woodworking industry will strive to achieve the export target of 18 billion USD for this year, the Handicraft and Wood Industry Association of Ho Chi Minh City has said.