Facing rising demand, tariffs and supply chain pressures, Việt Nam’s textile sector eyes automation, domestic sourcing and digital traceability to stay globally competitive.
The circular economy, an economic system designed to minimise waste and maximise resource efficiency, is taking centre stage in Việt Nam’s industrial restructuring efforts.
Establishing a research and development centre for Việt Nam’s fashion supply chain is seen as a strategic move to strengthen domestic production, reduce import dependence, and boost global competitiveness.
LEFASO, along with the Việt Nam Textile and Apparel Association and the Việt Nam Timber and Forest Products Association, jointly proposed the development of a 40-hectare centre dedicated to innovation and material supply for the fashion industry.
Việt Nam’s garment and textile exports exceeded US$17.58 billion in the first five months of 2025, up 9 per cent compared to the same period last year.
This year, the footwear industry continues to target exports to Africa, Asia, Japan, Europe and the US, while also taking initial steps to engage with major e-commerce platforms like Alibaba and Amazon to open new sales channels.
Việt Nam News reporter Mai Hương spoke with Jeremy Lardeau, senior vice president of the Higg Index at Cascale, about key challenges, opportunities, and global partnerships driving the sector’s shift to a low-carbon economy.
The combination of sustainability and culture will open up more opportunities for Vietnamese textile enterprises to strengthen their position in the global market and capture the promising Nordic fashion market.
Garment 10 Corporation (Garco 10) has set a goal of increasing by 7.4 per cent its revenue in 2025 to reach more than VNĐ5.05 trillion (US$198.4 million).
Việt Nam’s garment and textiles export is projected to hit nearly US$44 billion this year, positioning the country as the world’s second biggest exporter, only behind India, said General Director of the Vietnam National Textile and Garment Group (Vinatex) Cao...
Việt Nam’s garment-textile export value is expected to reach US$44 billion in 2024, marking an 11.26 per cent increase from 2023, according to the Việt Nam Textile and Apparel Association (VITAS).
Việt Nam’s garment and textile industry needs to develop a closed-loop supply chain with a focus on obtaining self – sufficiency in raw materials in order to meet the rules of origin under the UK – Việt Nam Free Trade...
The event, which will gather over 380 exhibitors from 12 countries and territories around the world, will feature the latest technological advancements in fabrics, yarns and accessories.