Vietnam Aims for $454 Billion in 2025 Exports, but China-U.S. Trade War Poses Risks

China ran goods surpluses with Southeast Asian major economies in January to September 2025; Vietnam’s Deficit at $84.79 Billion.
Dinh Vu Port in Haiphong. Vietnam’s trade with China grew in the first two months of 2025, but not in Vietnam’s favor. Image: Nhac Nguyen / AFP

Vietnam aims for $454 billion in export revenue by 2025, setting an ambitious 12% year-on-year growth target despite growing economic pressures from China – U.S. trade war.

Early trade data shows a promising 9.9% increase in exports in the first two months of 2024, reaching $65.2 billion, while imports rose 16% to $62.9 billion, leaving a narrow $235 million trade surplus.

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