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Vietnam agricultural and seafood export regulatory changes

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Vietnam is facing increased regulatory pressure regarding its agricultural and seafood exports due to evolving global food safety and sanitary standards. In August 2026, various WTO member nations, including the United States, the United Kingdom, the European Union, and South Korea, implemented new measures concerning food additives, pesticide residues, contaminant limits, and allergen labeling. The seafood industry has specifically experienced a rise in rejected or warned shipments in markets such as the US, EU, and Japan. In response to these challenges and the need to maintain export value, Vietnam’s Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development has introduced new certification rules for seafood destined for the United States. This includes the establishment of the Certification of Admissibility (COA) to ensure compliance with the U.S. Marine Mammal Protection Act. By late August 2026, the Vietnam SPS Office reported 36 new notifications from WTO members regarding food safety and quarantine. Key markets, including the United States, Japan, and Canada, are implementing stricter regulations on pesticide residues, veterinary drugs, additives, and labeling requirements. Industry experts at a Ho Chi Minh City seminar noted that exporters must now move beyond merely reaching retail shelves to establishing brand recognition and consistent supply. To mitigate supply chain disruptions caused by geopolitical instability, the Lootah Food Group is establishing a distribution center in Abu Dhabi to secure stable supplies of Vietnamese products for the UAE and the broader Middle East market, aiming to transition exports toward long-term market integration. In September 2026, the implementation of agricultural product traceability emerged as a critical factor for domestic and international competitiveness. This process tracks products through every stage—from seeding and care to harvesting and final delivery—to protect brand reputation and prevent the infiltration of low-quality or counterfeit goods.

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