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Vietnam’s textile and apparel exports reached US$22.2 billion

23/07/2026 - 39

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Vietnam’s textile and apparel exports reached US$22.2 billion in the first half of 2026

The association said exports of fibres, fabrics, accessories and nonwoven materials recorded solid growth of between 5.6% and 10.6% during the period. However, garment exports slipped 0.4% as consumer demand in key markets remained weak.

Based on data for the first five months of the year, the US remained Vietnam’s largest export market, with shipments worth US$6.81 billion, up 1.3% and accounting for about 45% of total exports. The EU was the brightest market, posting an 8.8% increase to US$1.94 billion, while exports to Japan and the Republic of Korea fell 6.2% and 8.9%, respectively.

✔️ Trade surplus approached US$10 billion
✔️ The United States remained the largest export market, accounting for about 45% of total exports
✔️ The European Union recorded the strongest growth at 8.8%
✔️ Fiber and fabric exports continued to rise
✔️ Apparel exports slipped 0.4% as global consumer demand remained weak
Despite softer retail demand worldwide, many US brands are securing production capacity in advance to reduce supply chain risks and prepare for future sourcing needs.
For suppliers, the market is no longer driven only by price. Delivery reliability, production flexibility, and supply chain resilience are becoming increasingly important.

 

Source: VOV

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