Merchandise export turnover in October 2022 was estimated at 30.27 billion USD, up 1.5% over the previous month and up 4.5% over the same period last year.
Generally, in the first 10 months of 2022, export turnover of goods was estimated at 312.82 billion USD, up 15.9% over the same period last year. Regarding the structure of export commodity groups in the first 10 months of 2022, the group of processed industrial products accounted for 89.1%.
Import turnover of goods in October 2022 was estimated at 28 billion USD, down 1.4% over the previous month and up 7.1% over the same period last year. In the 10 months of 2022, the import turnover of goods is estimated at 303.42 billion USD, up 12.2% over the same period last year. Regarding the structure of the group of imported goods in the first 10 months of 2022, the group of capital goods accounted for 93.7%.
Regarding the export and import markets of goods in the first 10 months of 2022, the United States is the largest export market of Vietnam with an estimated turnover of 93.4 billion USD. China is Vietnam's largest import market with an estimated turnover of 100.7 billion USD.
The balance of trade in goods in October was estimated to have a trade surplus of 2.27 billion USD. In the first 10 months of 2022, the trade balance of goods is estimated to have a trade surplus of 9.4 billion USD (the same period last year, the trade deficit is 0.63 billion USD).
Outside the United States, global demand for Chinese products is hitting new highs. Despite being a major target of U.S. tariffs, China has strengthened its trade relationships across Africa, Southeast Asia, and Europe in 2025. While China cements its role as a global export leader, the U.S. is increasingly shifting its focus toward self-reliance.
The “China +1” strategy, once seen as a temporary plan to diversify production outside of China, has now evolved into a long-term restructuring of global supply chains. Increasingly
Vietnamese food and spice producers are making steady progress in international markets by focusing on “real quality.” By combining authentic local flavors with strict international certifications, they are strengthening their competitiveness and building trust among global buyers.
Glotrans Vietnam would like to extend our warmest and most sincere congratulations to all Entrepreneurs, Valued Customers, and Partners — those who have been, are, and will continue to be an endless source of inspiration and driving force for the continuous growth of Vietnam’s economy.
From October 6–10, 2025, Glotrans Vietnam proudly participated in the FIATA World Congress 2025 (FWC 2025) – the world’s largest logistics event, held for the first time in Vietnam at the National Convention Center, Hanoi.
