Imports jump sharply as trade deficit hits $2.8 bln in early September
The difference in growth rates indicates that import demand is recovering faster than exports, continuing to put pressure on the trade balance in the short term.
Restoring balance in international trade
A number of proposals have been made to help Vietnamese exporters make it through testing global conditions and bridge the country’s trade deficit in the second half of 2026.
Vietnam’s 7-month trade turnover exceeds $659 bln with a trade deficit
The United States remained Vietnam’s largest export market with a turnover of $104.7 billion, while China was its largest source of imports, reaching $138.6 billion.
Vietnam records $4.25 bln trade deficit in first half of April
According to Vietnam Customs, this development reflects a surge in demand for production inputs while also contributing to pressure on the overall balance of payments.