Within the framework of the State visit to China by Party General Secretary and Stats President To Lam, the Minister of Agriculture and Environment of Vietnam and the General Administration of Customs of China (GACC) officially signed a Protocol regarding phytosanitary requirements for pomelos and lemons to be exported from Vietnam to the Chinese market.
The signing ceremony on April 15 was witnessed by the top leader of Vietnam and Chinese Party General Secretary and President Xi Jinping.
According to the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment, the signing of this Protocol is the culmination of rigorous technical negotiations that began in 2019 between the specialized plant protection and quarantine agencies of both countries.
The agreement not only reflects close coordination and a high sense of responsibility in harmonizing technical requirements but also demonstrates the proactive efforts of both sides to open markets for products with competitive advantages. Amidst the strengthening agricultural cooperation between Vietnam and China, this Protocol further affirms the shift toward official, transparent export channels that comply with international standards.
Under the terms of the Protocol, all growing areas and packing facilities intended for export to China must be registered with the ministry and approved by both Vietnamese and Chinese authorities.
Furthermore, these growing areas must implement Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) and Integrated Pest Management (IPM). Specific technical measures are also required, such as bagging pomelos at least 60 days prior to harvest and deploying fruit fly traps to ensure effective pest control.
Pomelos and lemons are two of Vietnam’s most prominent agricultural strengths. The country currently boasts approximately 106,000 ha of pomelo cultivation, placing Vietnam among the world’s leading producers in terms of scale.
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