Vietnam's canned tuna exports continue to grow over the same period in 2019. Meanwhile, exports of fresh, frozen, and processed tuna products continued to fall.
By the end of June, tuna export value to most major importers slashed compared to the same period in 2019, except for ASEAN and Egypt.
The US: Vietnam's tuna exports to the US continued to dive in June. For the first 6 months of 2020, Vietnam's tuna exports to the US reached nearly US$ 127 million, down 20% over the same period in 2019. Due to the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, the demand for canned tuna soared, so the US went up imports of this product group from Vietnam, up nearly 10% compared to the first half of 2019. The growing outbreak of the disease is causing tuna exporters to worry about the market's resilience.
The EU: EU tuna imports from Vietnam continue to be a modest amount. The value of Vietnam's tuna exports to the EU in the first 6 months of 2020 was only nearly US$ 57 million, down 17% compared to the same period in 2019. Due to the effects of the Covid-19 epidemic, imports Vietnamese tuna from EU countries fluctuated unpredictably. In May 2020, Vietnam's tuna exports to the Netherland slumped, exports to this market in June reversed to increase. Meanwhile, tuna exports to the German market continued to grow well. However, like the US, although the EVFTA agreement will take effect early next month, businesses still cannot expect an export recovery to this market.
The ASEAN: In June, Vietnam's tuna exports to ASEAN reversed unexpectedly. Tuna export value of Vietnam to this market in June elevated to nearly 73%, bringing the total export value in the first 6 months to nearly US$ 21 million. Notably, while exports of other commodity groups of Vietnam declined, Vietnam's exports of canned tuna to ASEAN skyrockted, up 1,265% over the same period. It can be seen that the Covid-19 pandemic is having a great impact on the production and consumption of tuna in ASEAN countries, creating export opportunities for Vietnamese enterprises.
Egypt: In the context of continuous decline in tuna export to major markets, Egypt was considered a bright spot with continuous high growth. By the end of June, Vietnam's tuna exports to Egypt increase tremendously by 74% over the same period in 2019, reaching nearly US$ 8 million. Egypt is currently importing a score of processed and canned tuna from Vietnam, especially canned tuna.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) In the first six months of 2026, Ha Tinh province continued to implement comprehensive solutions to combat IUU fishing; strictly manage the fishing fleet, control fishing vessels entering and leaving ports, operate vessel tracking devices, trace the origin of seafood, and severely punish violations.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Vietnam's tilapia exports reached USD 7 million in June 2026, down 32% compared with the same month in 2025. Nevertheless, thanks to strong growth in the first five months of the year, cumulative tilapia exports in the first half of 2026 totaled USD 69 million, up 67% year on year.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Sa Giang Import-Export Joint Stock Company, a member of the Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP), has been honored with the "Famous Brand - Competitive Vietnamese Brand 2026" certification at an award ceremony organized by the Vietnam Intellectual Property Association (VIPA).
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) China imported nearly $1.4 billion worth of Vietnamese seafood in the first half of the year, a 40% increase compared to the same period last year, surpassing the US to become the largest export market for the industry.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) As part of Vietfish 2026, the International Seafood Hosted Buyer Program has been designed as a dedicated B2B matchmaking initiative for selected international buyers. The program provides opportunities to meet directly with Vietnamese seafood companies, gain market insights, and experience Vietnam's seafood supply chain firsthand.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) A Story from Cà Mau’s Coast It’s 5 AM in Cà Mau. Minh, a third-generation fisherman, is ready to set sail. But unlike his father and grandfather, his boat no longer runs on an old diesel engine that burns fuel and clouds the sky with smoke. Instead, it’s powered by a hybrid engine that saves 40% fuel—funded by an ESG program from a major seafood exporter.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Vietnam's pangasius industry is shifting its focus from increasing production volume to enhancing value-added products in order to meet the increasingly stringent requirements of export markets. In An Giang Province—the country's leading hub for pangasius farming and processing—businesses and farmers are prioritizing product quality, traceability, food safety, and sustainable development rather than expanding output.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Following strong growth in 2025, Vietnam’s tuna exports to Sweden continued to edge higher during the first five months of 2026. However, the picture is far from straightforward. Orders have fluctuated significantly from month to month, indicating that this market remains cautious, with purchasing decisions closely tied to actual demand and the import cycles of Nordic distributors rather than to a steady upward trend.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) China’s shrimp imports in the first five months of 2026 continued to surpass the same period in 2025, indicating that demand in the world’s largest seafood-consuming market remains strong. However, behind the growth figures lies an increasingly competitive landscape: Ecuador dominates the competitively priced whiteleg shrimp segment, India remains the second-largest supplier, while Vietnam stands out in the lobster segment but still needs to strengthen its advantages through quality, traceability, and reliable supply.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Lobster exports to China continued to surge in the first half of this year, putting the lobster industry on the verge of reaching an export value exceeding $1 billion.
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