Vietnamese firms seek to export to South Korea

Anh Kiet

Jul 10, 2025 / 09:46 PM

The goal of Vietnamese businesses aims to seek buyers and connect with strategic partners at the fair.

THE HANOI TIMES — Vietnamese companies joining the 2025 Korea Import Fair (KIF) on July 9 are looking to gain deeper insights into exporting to South Korea's market.

Hình ảnh 1 — Foreign visitors explore the Vietnamese booth at the 2025 Korea Import Fair. Photo:VNA

Representatives from the Vietnamese Trade Office and Embassy in South Korea attended the fair and engaged directly with exhibitors.

Vu Kim Hanh, Chairwoman of the Business Association of High-Quality Vietnamese Products, told the Vietnam News Agency that this reflects their strong support for trade promotion efforts.

Besides displaying their products at the fair and signing cooperation deals, Vietnamese enterprises are exploring potential clients and distribution channels in South Korea.

The firms hope to achieve meaningful outcomes that will boost Vietnam’s exports and enhance the international reputation of Vietnamese products.

During the event, the Business Association of High-Quality Vietnamese Products signed a memorandum of understanding with the Korea Importers Association (KOIMA), marking a milestone in fostering strategic partnerships between the two business communities.

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