Vietnamese pangasius exports to Middle East reach $113 million

Vietnamese pangasius exports to the Middle East reached $113 million in the first eight months of 2026, representing a 7% increase compared to the same period last year. Data from the Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP) indicates that August alone saw export values hit $20 million, a 24% year-on-year increase.

Growth in the region has been unevenly distributed. Saudi Arabia has emerged as a primary driver, with exports to the country reaching $37 million in the first eight months—a 52% increase from 2025. In August, exports to Saudi Arabia surged by 93% to $7 million. While this market shows strong momentum, most other Middle Eastern nations have yet to show significant signs of recovery or have maintained relatively small import shares.