Vietnam exports surge over 17% in Q1 2026

Computers, phones and machinery lead 17% jump to almost US$100 billion exports

Last updated: April 03, 2026 | 11:38

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HANOI: Vietnam’s exports remained resilient in the first quarter of 2026, reaching nearly $100 billion, up more than 17 percent year-on-year.

According to Vietnam News Agency (VNA), export performance stayed robust, with total turnover hitting nearly $97 billion by mid-March, marking a 17.1 percent increase compared to the same period last year.

Employees make a phone call to report progress and receive guidance while working on the ventilator production line at the Vinsmart factory, operated by Vingroup JSC, in Hanoi, Vietnam.

Key export drivers included electronics and high-tech goods.

Shipments of computers, electronic products and components surged by over 40 percent, while phones and related parts rose by 23.1 percent, and machinery and equipment exports increased by 18.2 percent.

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