MPG and MSeafood were not consulted during the process and were never given an opportunity to comment on the issues presented by AHSTEC and information collected by CPB. In fact, on September 13, 2019, because of rumors of such an investigation, MPG submitted over 700 pages of documents refuting directly the AHSTEC allegations. This submission was totally ignored by CBP in its Decision. We regret that CBP resorted to imposing measures on MPG in the Decision, without reference to any facts other than vague and unproven allegations of AHSTEC. MPG is confident, based on information already compiled and submitted to CBP, that there is no credible basis for CBP to find that MPG has evaded anti-dumping duties. The provisional measures are only preliminary and temporary in nature. MPG has hired counsel to represent its interest during the course of the investigation and provide relevant information and evidence to the CBP for full consideration. MPG is confident that this CBP action will not be sustained and is working to obtain a favorable resolution as soon as possible.
MPG strongly disagrees with the Decision, and the non-transparent and one-sided process which led to its adoption. Nonetheless, in good faith and in the spirit of cooperation, MPG intends to fully collaborate with CBP throughout the EAPA Investigation. MPG has the requisite experience and knowledge to deal with such a situation, having engaged in more than 10 years of anti-dumping investigations together with other members of the Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers. MPG is confident that in the course of a full EAPA Investigation, CBP will make a final decision based on the facts rather than the speculation on which it has based its present Decision.
In order for the public and MPG’s customers to better understand the Decision and its impact on MPG, we wish to clarify the following matters.
MPG would like to assure our loyal customers in the US that the Decision is only temporary. Accordingly, MPG is required to pay, on a temporary basis, the anti-dumping duty applied to India (ca. 10 percent) on its shipments to the US. MPG confirms that such measure will not affect its export activities to US or other markets. All production and export activities of MPG will still executed as planned.
MPG is confident that it can demonstrate that it did not import frozen shrimp from India for export to the US. In fact, MPG has not purchased shrimp products from India (or any other country) and exported the same to the US. MPG only purchased limited Indian shrimp as material input which were processed in its facilities under strict precautions and full traceability and exported to other countries with which MPG conducts business. A majority of MPG exports are not to the U.S. Imports from India are carefully monitored to assure that they are not shipped to the U.S.
CBP specifically stated that the Decision was taken on the basis of unverified information and numbers. Although MPG requires more time to fully assess the Decision and the information on which it was based, our preliminary review has identified a large number of inaccurate references, erroneous information and misleading extracts from which critical data appears to have been intentionally omitted by AHSTEC.
MPG believe that before taking its final decision, CBP will allow MPG and MSeafood to clarify the data supplied by AHSTEC and rebut erroneous allegations. We are hopeful that CBP will be able to gain a better understanding of MPG’s business and reach the appropriate conclusion. We further hope that MPG’s right to due process under US law will be upheld and that the EAPA Investigation will, from this point onwards, follow a transparent and fair procedures for all parties involved.
(vasep.com.vn) Vietnamese pangasius producer Vinh Hoan has won the top prize at the 2026 Seafood Excellence Asia Awards for its Cured Panga Croquette, highlighting the growing potential of value-added pangasius products in international markets.
(vasep.com.vn) The Global Shrimp Forum (GSF) 2026 is taking place from September 1–3 in Utrecht, the Netherlands, bringing together around 585 delegates from 40 countries, representing approximately 300 companies and organizations across the shrimp supply chain. Representatives from VASEP are attending the event as part of the Vietnamese delegation, strengthening connections with partners across the global shrimp industry.
(vasep.com.vn) At the international B2B seminar (Hosted Buyer Program) held as part of Vietfish 2026, Mr. Nguyen Hoang Pham, Sales Director of Tai Kim Anh Seafood Processing Joint Stock Company, delivered a presentation entitled “Vietnam’s Shrimp Industry: Changing for Sustainability.” From the perspective of a seafood processor, the presentation highlighted that Vietnam’s shrimp industry continues to play a leading role in seafood exports, but is entering a new phase of competition in which change is no longer an option, but a prerequisite for growth.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) VIETFISH 2026 may have concluded after three dynamic days in Ho Chi Minh City, but conversations around the exhibition continue to resonate across international trade media, industry organizations, and the social media channels of participating companies.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Vietnam’s tilapia industry is maintaining strong growth momentum, with significant room for further expansion in the coming years. In 2025, total tilapia production reached approximately 420,000 tonnes, up 33% from 2024 and 2.2 times higher than in 2015. During 2015–2025, production grew at an average annual rate of around 8.4%. As production and exports continue to expand, food safety control is receiving increasing attention to ensure product quality, meet the increasingly stringent requirements of international markets, and provide a foundation for the sustainable development of Vietnam’s tilapia industry.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) On the afternoon of August 19, 2026, as part of the Vietnam International Seafood Exhibition – Vietfish 2026, the Hosted Buyer Program continued with the seminar “Vietnam Seafood Outlook 2026–2027: A Strategic Sourcing Destination,” followed by 1-to-1 B2B meetings between international buyers and Vietnamese seafood businesses.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Speaking at the Opening Ceremony of VIETFISH 2026 on August 19 at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC), U.S. Consul General Melissa Brown highlighted the important role of the exhibition in connecting Vietnam’s growing seafood industry with buyers, suppliers, and partners from the United States and around the world.
(vasep.com.vn) Tomorrow, August 19, 2026, the Vietnam International Seafood Exhibition – Vietfish 2026 will officially open at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC) in Ho Chi Minh City. Taking place over three days, from August 19–21, Vietfish 2026 promises to provide a dynamic platform for business networking, trend updates, product experiences and comprehensive cooperation across the domestic and international seafood community.
(vasep.com.vn) The global tilapia market continues to grow, creating significant opportunities for countries with strengths in aquaculture, processing, and exports. Against this backdrop, Vietnam’s tilapia industry is gradually developing toward higher quality, greater product diversification, and broader market reach. At Vietfish 2026, the Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP), together with the VASEP Tilapia Producers and Exporters Club, will host a joint booth to promote the image and potential of Vietnamese tilapia to domestic and international buyers.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Vietnam’s seafood exports are heading towards $12 billion this year, potentially the highest level on record. Yet one of the country’s export strengths is facing a growing list of challenges.
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