Newsletter No. 04/2025 particularly focuses on analyzing new policy changes that directly affect business operations, fluctuations in the global textile and garment market, as well as key issues related to industrial property rights and trade promotion. We hope that this newsletter will provide a valuable source of information, offering strong support to textile and garment enterprises in making sound business decisions. In the unceasing flow of time, the textile and garment industry constantly faces fluctuations and challenges, requiring businesses to proactively update information and adapt flexibly. Although the intensity of the US-China trade war has somewhat eased due to the temporary tariff reduction agreement between the two countries, its lingering effects continue to impact the textile and garment sector. Therefore, it is crucial for businesses to quickly develop effective response plans following the 90-day tariff suspension period.

Vitas sincerely sends to your business the April 2024 cotton market report from Cotton Incorporated, providing updated information and in-depth analysis on cotton market fundamentals and a price overview.  

Stepping into 2025 with a strong aspiration for further growth, the textile and apparel industry will continue to enhance the value of Vietnamese brands and undergo a significant transformation with breakthrough strategies. From increasing the proportion of FOB orders and gradually reducing outsourcing activities to developing a modern fashion industry, we will work together to explore new horizons and strengthen Vietnam’s position in the global market

Since its establishment, despite many difficulties and challenges, Vietnam Textile and Apparel Association (VITAS) has brought into full play its role as a connection - support - fulcrum for businesses and entrepreneurs with the Government, ministries, localities, and international partners in the stage of developing the domestic market and integrating into the global market. In the impressive 25-year journey, VITAS has always understood, shared, and accompanied to minimize risks, seize opportunities, enhance benefits, orient development, enhance position, and create a solid foundation for the Vietnamese textile and garment industry. Particularly, in the context of many changes, the adaptability, creative thinking, and resilience of VITAS leaders and staff, along with the dynamism, consensus, and perseverance of enterprises and entrepreneurs in the textile and garment industry, are the keys to overcoming the stormy events and the foundation for VITAS to continue its performance in the upcoming journey. Each topic, each article in this special issue is the passion of a journey of solidarity and companionship full of love to create a precious milestone on the path of thinking not only to survive but also to build the Vietnamese textile and garment industry: Sustainably - Prosperously.

The total export turnover of Vietnam’s textile and garment products in November 2024 is estimated at USD 3.77 billion, down 0.67% compared to the previous month and up 15.78% compared to the same period last year.Overall, the total export turnover of Vietnam’s textile and garment products in the first 11 months of 2024 is estimated at USD 39.84 billion, up 10.13% compared to the same period in 2023. Accompanying textile and garment enterprises, VITAS provides you with the latest updates on the domestic and international textile situation as well as the most practical information in the Newsletter No. 11/2024.