China - Hong Kong: In the first 6 months of 2019, pangasius exports to China - Hong Kong market tended to grow much slower than previous years. As of the end of June/2019, the total export value of pangasius to this market reached 254.3 million, up 1.2%, accounting for 26.4% of the total export value of pangasius. This shows that the export trend in the first half of this year, most of Vietnamese pangasius is still exported to China - Hong Kong market after falling exports to the US market.
The EU: The drop in pangasius exports to the US market in early 2019 actually increased the pressure on the main markets. In particular, export enterprises increased export to EU market. In the first half of 2019, the export value of pangasius to EU reached US$138.5 million, up 18% and accounting for 14.4% of total export value of pangasius. In which, export value to 4 single markets: Netherlands, the UK, Germany and Belgium increased by 0.7%, 46%; 51.3% and 35.2% respectively, compared to the same period in 2018. So far, most of enterprises has exported frozen fillet pangasius products to the EU so the average export price was not high. The Netherlands was the only market developed with the most value-added pangasius products in the region. It is forecasted that, in the third quarter of 2019, pangasius exports to EU continues to maintain the same growth rate as the first two quarters of the year.
There is an advantage with Vietnamese pangasius in the EU that after EVFTA comes into effect, pangasius exports will have more opportunities to push into this market. Two main pangasius products (fresh, chilled pangasius - HS 030432) shall be reduced tax rate from 9% to 0% after 3 years; Frozen fillet pangasius (HS 030462) will fall tax from 5.5% to 0% after 3 years of EVFTA's effect. Products of frozen pangasius (HS 030324) will be eliminated tax rate in 3 years from the current level of 8%.
The US: By the end of June 2019, the total export value of pangasius to the US market reached US$ 141.9 million, down 27.9% compared to the same period last year. Particularly in June 2019, the export value of pangasius to this slid sharply by 40.8%. The impact of the dumping tax increase in the 14th administrative review period (POR14) has significantly affected the export of Vietnamese pangasius to this market. In April 2019, the US Department of Commerce (DOC) announced the final results of the 14th administrative review (POR14) for Vietnamese Pangasius shipments imported into the US in the period from August 1, 2016 to July 31, 2017. This final tax rate is much higher than the preliminary result published in September 2018.
ASEAN: In the first 6 months of 2019, the total export value of pangasius to this market reached US$100.8 million, up 7.9% compared to the same period in 2018. In particular, export value to Thailand increased by 9.7%; Philippines fell by 11.8% and Malaysia went up by 33.4% over the same period last year. ASEAN is being evaluated as a market that needs to be paid attention to Vietnamese pangasius enterprises in the coming time. It is expected that, in third quater of 2019, export value of pangasius to this market continues to be positive.
(vasep.com.vn) In the first seven months of 2026, Vietnam’s pangasius exports to the United States reached US$189 million, down 8% year-on-year. In July alone, export value reached US$22 million, down 28%. This trend indicates that U.S. demand for pangasius imports has remained relatively cautious this year, as importers tend to maintain moderate inventory levels and limit stockpiling.
(vasep.com.vn) After three days at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC) in Ho Chi Minh City, the Vietnam International Fisheries Exhibition – VIETFISH 2026 – has successfully concluded, leaving a strong impression in terms of scale, visitor numbers, the quality of business connections, and innovative activities. With more than 14,000 m² of exhibition space, 335 companies, 568 booths, participation from representatives of 17 countries and territories, and nearly 15,000 visitors, VIETFISH 2026 has once again affirmed its role as an important meeting point for Vietnam’s and the global seafood industry.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Held as part of Vietfish 2026 from August 19–21 at SECC in Ho Chi Minh City, a series of five specialized seminars provided the seafood business community with updates on markets, technology, standards, human resources and cooperation opportunities. With the participation of experts, international organizations, government agencies and businesses from Vietnam and abroad, the seminars created an additional platform for professional exchange alongside the exhibition’s product showcases and business networking activities.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) On the morning of August 19, 2026, the Vietnam International Seafood Exhibition – VIETFISH 2026 officially opened at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC) in Ho Chi Minh City. With 568 booths representing 335 companies, alongside the presence of senior government officials, local authorities, diplomatic missions and international partners, VIETFISH 2026 kicks off three days of business networking, technology exchange and market engagement under the overarching theme “Innovation and Sustainability.”
The Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP) officially announces that the Vietnam International Seafood Exhibition (Vietfish 2026) will take place from August 19–21, 2026, at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC), Ho Chi Minh City.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Vietnam’s seafood exports recorded strong growth in the first half of 2026, but the performance was increasingly uneven across products, markets and enterprises. VASEP’s newly released premium report provides the detailed data and analysis needed to understand what lies behind the headline figures and prepare for the more challenging months ahead.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Brazil remains one of the key markets for Vietnamese pangasius in South America. However, exports to the market showed signs of slowing in the first half of 2026, while frozen pangasius fillets continued to account for the overwhelming majority of exports.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Marking 27 years of supporting Vietnam’s seafood industry, the Vietnam International Seafood Exhibition (VIETFISH 2026) will officially return from August 19–21, 2026, at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC) in Ho Chi Minh City, on its largest scale ever. Under the core theme “Innovation – Sustainability,” the event promises to provide a comprehensive picture of the transformation of Vietnam’s seafood industry toward greater value addition and sustainable development.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) With less than three weeks remaining, the Vietnam Fisheries International Exhibition – Vietfish 2026 will officially take place from August 19–21, 2026, at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC) in Ho Chi Minh City. Under the theme "Innovation – Sustainability," Vietfish 2026 will provide a comprehensive networking platform for seafood businesses, buyers, distributors, industry experts, government agencies, and domestic and international visitors.
(vasep.com.vn) As part of the Vietnam Fisheries International Exhibition – Vietfish 2026, the technical seminar “Green and Sustainable Technology Solutions for the Aquaculture and Seafood Processing Value Chain” will take place from 09:30 to 11:45 on August 20, 2026, at Convention Room B, Level 2, SECC, Ho Chi Minh City. The seminar is jointly organized by VASEP, the Department of Fisheries and Fisheries Surveillance, and the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Vietnam, focusing on technological innovation and sustainable transformation across Vietnam’s seafood value chain.
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