In the first seven months of 2024, China's whitefish imports saw a decrease of 14% from the previous year, totaling over 1 billion USD, with the US being its largest supplier despite a 21% drop. Meanwhile, Russia and Vietnam emerged as the top suppliers to China, with declines of 21% and 22% respectively compared to the same period in 2023. The US market saw an increase in Vietnamese whitefish imports by 10% to over 184 million USD, while Chinese whitefish imports decreased by 17%. China remains a significant market for Vietnamese pangasius, with expectations for growth later in the year.