Vietnam's shellfish and aquatic product exports are projected to see a significant increase in the remaining months of 2024, with clams, scallops, snails, oysters, and other aquatic products contributing to over US$95 million in exports in the first seven months of the year, marking a 24% increase from the previous year. The export value of snails alone has experienced the highest growth rate. Additionally, the import of mollusks from Vietnam has risen, with China's imports increasing 119 times compared to 2003. The shellfish industry in Vietnam employs around 200,000 workers and is primarily located in the southern coastal areas. However, production is expected to decrease due to weather conditions caused by climate change. There has also been a surge in imports of lobsters, octopus, and flower crabs, with China showing a significant interest in importing rock lobsters from Vietnam.