Vietnam's tuna exports to the UAE have seen substantial growth since 2019, with a 139% increase in value by 2023, despite some fluctuations in 2024. The UAE, a key importer of Vietnamese tuna, mainly purchases frozen tuna meat/loins and currently imposes a 5% import tariff. A potential Free Trade Agreement between Vietnam and the UAE could remove these tariffs, boosting competitiveness, although Vietnamese exporters must still address Halal certification challenges. As a leading economy in the Arab world with high seafood consumption, the UAE imports 90% of its seafood and is expected to grow by 4% in 2024, making it a promising partner for Vietnam's tuna industry.