Vietnam's pepper and spice industry recorded an increase in export volume of 21.8% in the first half of 2023, but export turnover decreased by 14.6% due to a drop in export prices. China became Vietnam's largest pepper export market, accounting for 32.9% of the market share. However, traditional markets such as India, UAE, and Pakistan saw significant decreases in imports. The Vietnam Pepper Association warned businesses about the risks of fraud and advised them to choose safe payment methods like opening a Letter of Credit (L/C) or using the D/P payment method.