The conference was also attended by representatives of leaders in industry associations such as Vietnam Pangasius, Vietnam plastic, Vietnam Timber and Forest products, America Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam, Fine Arts and Wood Processing Association in Ho Chi Minh City, Association of Food Transparency, High Quality Vietnamese products, Food-Foodstuff association of Ho Chi Minh city.
Mr. Ngo Van Ich, Chairman of VASEP was giving the opening speech
In his opening speech, Mr. Ngo Van Ich- the Chairman of VASEP, said that entering 2022, with the pandemic being pushed back, Vietnam seafood enterprises have rebounded their production and responded to economic recovery programs to increase exports. Besides, right after other countries opened up and started to restore international trade activities, VASEP had actively participated in foreign fairs such as seafood exhibitions in Boston (USA) and in Barcelona (Spain) to restart the trade promotion program and has received the attention of a large number of international customers after 2 years of being interrupted.
Mr. Truong Dinh Hoe, General Secretary of VASEP was presenting the association's performance in 2021-2022 and direction for 2022-2023
The efforts of VASEP and enterprises have been proven through the results of seafood export in the first 5 months of 2022, with a turnover of more than 4.7 billion USD (increased by more than 44% over the same period). Vietnamese seafood has been exported to 160 markets in the world with an average increase of 10-15% in export price , recovering strongly during the complicated development of the pandemic.
Mr. Nguyen Hoai Nam, Deputy General Secretary of VASEP reported on the assicuation's policy advocacy activities in 2021 - 2022 and orientation for 2022 - 2023
In response to the developments of the above context, the annual meeting among members of VASEP was an important event, timely summarizing activities during the past time, assessing the production, export situation and market trends to give directions and action plans for VASEP members. This is also an opportunity for enterprises to meet and exchange experiences in overcoming difficulties after 2 years of interruption due to the Covid-19 pandemic. This conference would boost companies to increase exports, affirm the position and development potential of Vietnamese seafood in the world market.
Mr. Ho Quoc Luc, Chairman of the Board of Sao Ta Food Joint Stock Company shared about the problem of shrimp materials and solutions for the shrimp industry.
Mrs. Nguyen Thi Thu Sac, General Director of Hai Nam Company Limited spoke about the difficulties in removing the IUU yellow card
In addition to the reports on VASEP’s activities in the past 2 years, the conference also created a chance for enterprises to present their current situation and market prospects, any problems and shortcomings of each industry as well as of the whole seafood industry in general.
Compiled by Thuy Linh
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) During the first four months of 2026, Vietnam’s pangasius exports to CPTPP member countries reached nearly USD 128 million, accounting for 18% of the country’s total pangasius export value and increasing by 21% compared to the same period in 2025. Demand patterns varied significantly across the bloc: Mexico primarily imported fresh and frozen pangasius products, while Japan and Canada recorded substantial shares of processed products. Australia remained focused on frozen fillets but continued to maintain a portion of processed imports.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Despite the slow recovery of the U.S. market and continued trade-related challenges facing Vietnam’s shrimp industry, Minh Phu Seafood Corporation (MPC) has set ambitious targets for 2026. The company aims to produce 68,800 metric tons of finished shrimp products, generate consolidated revenue of VND 19.9 trillion, and achieve VND 1.059 trillion in pre-tax profit. If achieved, these figures would represent the highest revenue and profit levels in the company’s history.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) HungHau Foods Joint Stock Company (HungHau Foods) has been honored at the 33rd Asia-Pacific Economic Forum, receiving two prestigious awards: “Top 10 Outstanding Asia-Pacific Enterprises 2026” and “Top 10 Outstanding Entrepreneurs” awarded to HungHau Foods CEO, Ms. Nguyen Yen.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) After a period of sluggish imports in 2025, the Chinese market has returned with strong shrimp purchasing momentum in the first months of 2026. However, alongside rising demand comes an increasingly stringent import control system, covering quarantine requirements, food safety standards, registration procedures, and traceability. This makes China a market that offers both significant opportunities and growing risks for Vietnamese shrimp exporters.
(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.
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