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Vietnam’s booming trade—led by electronics and textiles—saw exports grow 18% in 2024. But with warehouse occupancy exceeding 90% in Ho Chi Minh City and chronic congestion in port regions, logistics systems are under pressure. Costs are climbing, and trade competitiveness is at risk if infrastructure gaps aren't addressed (VN Express +2).

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Key Infrastructure: Cai Mep Port Expansion

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• Manual Customs Still Common – Paper-based documentation remains a cause of delays, despite digital pilots.
• Hinterland Connectivity Weak – Port access roads and rail links are lagging behind cargo volume growth.

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Policy Outlook: Digital Customs and Port Reform

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Cai Mep–Thi Vai is set for a major expansion to increase capacity by 35% by 2028, supporting larger vessels and direct US-bound shipping (Vietnam News +1).

The 2025 logistics roadmap emphasizes port digitization, streamlined customs, and regional integration. Experts recommend centralized e-permitting and integrated port scheduling to reduce turnaround times. Deeper public-private cooperation and smart warehousing investments will be crucial for sustaining export growth (Nikkei Asia +2).