Hanoi, May 20 -- Facing rising global trade barriers and market fluctuations, Vietnam's fishery industry is intensifying efforts to diversify its export markets and products to sustain growth and reduce risks.

According to the Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP), aquatic product exports reached 3.3 billion USD in the first four months of 2025, a 21% increase compared to the same period last year. Shrimp led the growth with a 30% surge, followed by tra fish (pangasius), which rose by 9%.

China became the largest importer of Vietnamese aquatic products with a 56% increase, followed by Japan (22%) and the US (7%). Despite a mild recovery after a slow first quarter, exports to the US remain under pressure due to t...