Hanoi, March 24 -- Vietnam's rice exports to Senegal recorded a sharp surge in 2025, reaching 168,020 tonnes worth 52.57 million USD, nearly 30 times higher than in 2024.

Data from the Vietnamese Department of Customs show that Vietnamese fragrant rice, including 100% broken rice, is widely available in Senegalese supermarkets in 5kg and 25kg packs, retailing at around 1.3 USD per kg.

During National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man's official visit to Senegal in July 2025, the two countries signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on the rice trade. The agreement targets annual exports of approximately 100,000 tonnes of Vietnamese rice to Senegal, aiming to enhance the African nation's food security while helping Vietnam expand marke...