Soaring business - Vietnam’s seafood export hits US$1mil mark for October


Vietnam seafood export value had reached US$8.33 billion of October 2024, a 12% increase year-on-year. - Photo: Vietnam News/ANN

HANOI (Vietnam News/ANN): Vietnam's seafood industry is on a roll, with export momentum propelling it toward the US$10 billion target for 2024, laying robust groundwork for 2025.

As of October 2024, seafood export value had reached US$8.33 billion, a 12% increase year-on-year. October alone witnessed a remarkable US$1.1 billion in exports, the first time in 27 months that the monthly figure for seafood export surpassed US$1 billion, according to the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development.

The US, China, and Japan remain the top destinations for Vietnamese aquatic products, but the industry's global reach is expanding rapidly.

To fuel this growth, the Vietnamese Government has directed the expansion of preferential credit for the forestry and fishery sectors. With funding scaled up to about 50-60 trillion VND (US$2-2.4 billion), this initiative ensures enterprises have access to low-interest loans, bolstering their operations and growth.

In another strategic move, the National Programme for the Protection and Development of Fisheries Resources through 2030 was approved. It focuses on conserving and regenerating aquatic resources, securing the sustainable development of Vietnam's fishery industry for years to come.

Beyond entry into free trade agreements, Vietnamese seafood companies also benefit from embracing technological advancements in farming and processing.

These strides highlight the sector's commitment to improving competitiveness and affirming its growing influence on the international stage. - Vietnam News/ANN

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