Hanoi, April 24 -- Vietnam is accelerating efforts to diversify its tilapia export markets as global volatility, driven by geopolitical tensions, rising fuel prices and higher logistics costs, reshapes trade dynamics.​

Strong triple-digit growth in several new destinations in early 2026 underscores both the sector's momentum and the challenges ahead.

Tilapia exports are entering a high-growth phase, reaching 99 million USD in 2025 (up more than 140% year-on-year) and 35 million USD in the first quarter of 2026 (up nearly 190%). Growth is no longer confined to traditional markets, with sharp increases recorded in the Dominican Republic (over 600%), the Netherlands (over 200%), the Middle East (above 2,300%) and ASEAN (nearly 400%),...