Hanoi, Sept. 8 -- With export earnings nearing 150 billion USD, the processing industry accounted for nearly half of Vietnam's total export value in the first eight months of 2025, solidifying its role as the "golden key" behind the nation's export breakthrough.

Impressive figures

Vietnam's foreign trade posted robust gains in August 2025, with total turnover hitting 83.06 billion USD, up 16% from a year earlier. Cumulative trade in the first eight months rose to 597.93 billion USD, marking a 16.3% increase and maintaining a consistent surplus. Export revenue reached 306.4 billion USD, surpassing the growth targets set earlier this year. Monthly export value averaged 38.2 billion USD, with July and August alone exceeding 42 billion USD ...