Vietnamese companies want to sell goods in France and Europe. The trade deal with the EU removes taxes. But French buyers have very strict rules now. France does not accept any pesticides on food. All packaging must be recyclable by 2030. Companies selling coffee, wood, or rubber must show where products come from. Shipping costs are rising too.
Business leaders met in Ho Chi Minh City this week to discuss these problems. Experts say companies need food safety certificates. They should use eco-friendly packaging and test for chemicals carefully. Vietnam sold over 50 billion dollars of farm products last year. Better processing can help Vietnamese goods compete in Europe.