Hanoi, Dec. 22 -- The Vietnam Administration of Forest launched the "Vietnam Wood" certification mark at a conference held in Hanoi on December 22, marking a major step in building a unified identity and strengthening the credibility of Vietnam's wood industry in domestic and international markets. Vietnam currently ranks fifth worldwide and second in Asia in wood and forestry product exports, with turnover reaching 17.35 billion USD in 2024 and projected at 18 billion USD in 2025. However, the lack of a national certification mark has limited brand recognition and value. The "Vietnam Wood" mark, therefore, represents a strong commitment to legally sourced timber, high quality, and environmental and social responsibility, serving as a leg...