Of the total structure of Vietnamese cephalopod, squid accounted for 54.9%, octopus made up for 45.1%.
South Korea was still the largest importer of Vietnamese cephalopod, accounting for 42.6% of the total export value of this item of Vietnam to markets. Vietnamese cephalopod exports to South Korea decreased by 16.9% in May 2020 and fell by 21.2% in the first 5 months of 2020 to nearly US$ 82 million.
Japan ranked second in Vietnamese cephalopod imports, accounting for 25%. Vietnamese cephalopod exports to Japan in the first 5 months of 2020 reached over US$48 million, down 21.7% compared to the same period in 2019.
Vietnamese cephalopod exports to the EU in the first 5 months of this year reached US$ 13.5 million, down 49% compared to the same period in 2019. Italy, Germany, and the Netherlands were the largest importers for Vietnamese squid and octopus. As of May 2020, the export of squid and octopus to Italy, Germany and the Netherlands declined by 57%, 27%, and 38% respectively.
China was the fifth importer of Vietnamese cephalopod, accounting for 7.2% of the proportion. Cephalopod exports to China in May 2020 shot up by nearly 171% to US$ 5.7 million. In the first 5 months of the year, the export of cephalopod to China reached US$ 13.7 million, up nearly 38% over the same period of 2019. China was the only market to sharply increase imports of cephalopod from Vietnam in May and the first 5 months of 2020.
Vietnamese cephalopod exports to China fell in the first two months of this year, then recovered again in March, April and May. From March this year, the COVID-19 epidemic in China was under control. Besides, other countries such as the US, EU, and Japan gradually loosed their quarantine measures, thus the demand for squid and octopus of China has recovered.
China mainly imports from Vietnam such as frozen whole cleaned cuttlefish, frozen classified squid, frozen Tempura breaded squid, dried squid, frozen cut octopus, frozen whole cleaned octopus ...
In the context the Covid-19 epidemic has not been controlled worldwide, the supply of raw materials has decreased, the world's demand for imported squid and octopus and Vietnam's squid and octopus exports is expected to decrease.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Recently, in Long Xuyen City, An Giang Province, the Institute of Policy and Strategy for Agriculture and Rural Development (IPSARD) and the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH) organized a workshop to announce the results of the project “Food Loss Assessment in the Pangasius Value Chain in the Mekong River Region.” The project aims to provide scientific evidence to support the sustainable development of Vietnam’s pangasius industry.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Shrimp prices in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta have recovered since early May, helping to improve farmers’ confidence and accelerate stocking activities for the 2026 farming season. However, farmers remain cautious due to rising input costs, unfavorable weather conditions, and disease risks.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) On May 27, the Vietnam Trade Office in India, in collaboration with trade promotion agencies, industry associations, and businesses from both countries, organized the online seminar “Vietnam–India Seafood Trade Forum and Supply-Demand Connectivity 2026.” The event aimed to promote trade cooperation, investment, and seafood supply chain connectivity between Vietnam and India amid the ongoing restructuring of global markets.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) In recent years, Ninh Binh Province has intensified the application of science and technology in aquaculture in order to improve productivity, product quality, and economic efficiency.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) In the first four months of 2026, Vietnam’s tilapia exports reached USD 49 million, up 151% compared to the same period in 2025. This figure reflects an emerging export sector that is taking advantage of market gaps created by global trade disruptions, while larger producers are adjusting their strategies.
On the afternoon of May 28, the People’s Committee of Ho Thi Ky Commune signed a memorandum of understanding with Minh Phu Certified Shrimp Social Co., Ltd. (a member of Minh Phu Seafood Corporation) on cooperation to develop a black tiger shrimp farming area meeting international certification standards during the 2026–2030 period in the commune.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) The “Moringa Noodles Salad” product by Sa Giang Import-Export Corporation was honored as one of the “Top 10 Winning Products” at the THAIFEX – Anuga taste Innovation Show 2026, held as part of THAIFEX – Anuga Asia 2026 in Bangkok.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) After a fairly strong upward trend in 2025, Vietnam’s clam exports entered 2026 with a mixed picture: strong growth at the beginning of the year, followed by a slowdown from March onward. According to Vietnam Customs data, Vietnam’s clam export turnover in the first four months of 2026 reached more than USD 38 million, up 2% compared to the same period in 2025.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Vietnam’s pangasius industry is facing new opportunities to expand its development space as many localities and businesses begin promoting marine farming models aimed at diversifying farming areas and adapting to climate change. However, for pangasius to truly “go offshore” and develop into a large-scale industry segment, significant challenges related to technology, broodstock, and markets still need to be addressed.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Vietnam’s tilapia exports in April 2026 reached USD 11 million, up 92% compared to the same period in 2025. This strong growth indicates that Vietnamese tilapia products are continuing to penetrate and expand rapidly in international markets. Cumulative export turnover in the first four months of 2026 reached USD 49 million, up 151% year-on-year.
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