In December 2023, Vietnam saw a 5% increase in pangasius export turnover, reaching over 158 million USD, compared to the same period in 2022. Despite a 20% decrease in exports, China and Hong Kong remained the largest import markets. The US, after 11 months of decline, recorded a positive growth of 21% in December 2023. However, the CPTPP market block saw a 24% decrease in pangasius imports from Vietnam in 2023. The pangasius industry aims to achieve an export turnover of 2 billion USD in 2024.