Vietnam has been experiencing a significant growth in its export industry over the years, making it one of the top emerging economies in Southeast Asia. In 2023, Vietnam's total export value reached a record high of $429 billion, with a growth rate of 15% compared to the previous year according to Vietnam Export Import Statistics 2023 by Import Globals.
1. Electrical Machinery and Equipment - This category includes items such as telephones, computers, and other electronic devices. It was Vietnam's top exporting product with a value of $108 billion in 2023.
2. Textiles - The textile industry is one of the key contributors to Vietnam's economy, accounting for nearly $57 billion in exports last year. Popular items include garments, footwear, and accessories made from cotton and synthetic fabrics.
3. Footwear - With its skilled labor force and affordable production costs, Vietnam has become a major exporter of footwear globally. In 2023, the country exported over $25 billion worth of shoes.
4. Machinery - Vietnam has been investing heavily in its manufacturing sector, leading to an increase in exports of machinery and equipment worth $22 billion last year.
5. Furniture - Thanks to its abundance of raw materials and skilled craftsmanship, Vietnam is known for producing high-quality furniture items such as wooden tables, chairs, cabinets with an export value of $21 billion in 2023.
6. Seafood - As a country surrounded by water on three sides and home to diverse marine life, it's not surprising that seafood is among the top exports from Vietnam with a value of almost $11 billion last year.
7. Vehicles and Parts - The automotive industry is relatively new but growing rapidly in Vietnam due to favorable government policies and partnerships with international car manufacturers like Toyota and Ford. In 2023 alone, vehicles worth over $9 billion were exported from the country.
8. Rice - Vietnam is one of the world's top rice producers and exporters, with its fragrant Jasmine rice being highly sought after globally. In 2023, it exported rice worth $7 billion.
9. Plastics - With the increasing demand for plastic products worldwide, Vietnam has emerged as a major exporter of plastic products such as packaging materials, household items, and industrial components with an export value of $6 billion in 2023.
10. Iron and Steel - Last but not least, Vietnam's iron and steel industry is also on the rise due to its rich reserves of raw materials and growing infrastructure projects both domestically and internationally. It exported iron and steel products worth $5 billion last year.
Vietnam's export statistics show that there are 10 countries that have emerged as the top destinations for Vietnamese exports according to Vietnam Export Trade Data of 2023 by Import Globals.
1) United States - With a total value of over $67 billion, the United States is by far the largest importer of Vietnamese goods. The two countries have had strong bilateral trade relations for many years, with Vietnam exporting a diverse range of products such as textiles, footwear, electronics, and seafood to meet the demands of American consumers.
2) China - As Vietnam shares a border with China and has established close diplomatic ties in recent years, it comes as no surprise that China is one of its top export destinations. In 2023 alone, Chinese imports from Vietnam amounted to approximately $48 billion. Key exports include agricultural products like rice and fruits, as well as electronic equipment and machinery.
3) Japan - Japan has been a long-standing trading partner for Vietnam since the early 1990s when Japanese investors began setting up factories in Vietnam. Currently ranked third on the list with an estimated value of $22 billion worth of imports from Vietnam last year, Japan primarily imports electronics and machinery from its neighboring country.
4) South Korea - With high demand for Vietnamese textiles and garments in South Korea's fashion industry, this country takes fourth place on our list with an import value of around $19 billion. Additionally, South Korea also imports steel products and mobile phones from Vietnam.
5) Hong Kong - A major financial hub in Asia Pacific region makes Hong Kong an important trading partner for various goods worldwide including those produced by Vietnam. Last year saw over $12 billion worth of Vietnamese exports to Hong Kong which included mobile phones and components, textiles and garment items, and electronic items.
6) Netherlands - The Netherlands is an important gateway to Europe for Vietnamese exports, with a value of approximately $9 billion worth of goods in 2023. Key exported products to the Netherlands include seafood, rubber, and garments.
7) Germany - Another significant market for Vietnam's exports to Europe is Germany. In 2023, the country imported goods worth over $8 billion from Vietnam, including electronics and textiles.
8) United Kingdom - Despite its recent departure from the European Union, the United Kingdom remains a vital trading partner for Vietnam with an export value of around $8 billion in 2023. Top exported products to the UK include coffee, rice, and mobile phones.
9) India - As one of the fastest-growing economies in Asia, India has become an important destination for Vietnamese exports. In 2023 alone, Indian imports from Vietnam amounted to approximately $7 billion with major products being cashew nuts and vegetables.
10) Singapore - As a major financial hub and logistics center in Southeast Asia, Singapore has been a key player in facilitating Vietnam's trade activities. Exports to Singapore amounted to $7 billion last year.
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