Vietnam and Tunisia Trade Rose in 2026
Bilateral trade reached 59.43 million USD during the first nine months of the year, marking a 9.7% increase.
Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in Coffee
Total trade between Vietnam and Tunisia climbed to 59.43 million USD through the first three quarters of 2026. This growth represents a 9.7% increase compared to the previous period as demand for Vietnamese goods rises.
Why it matters
Tunisian businesses and consumers are increasingly turning to Vietnamese imports due to the high quality and competitive pricing of the products. This trade relationship is supported by legislative changes that allow private firms to participate in the import of essential commodities.
Bilateral trade reached 59.43 million USD, with Vietnamese exports totaling 45.47 million USD and Tunisian imports accounting for 13.96 million USD. Tunisia annually imports 30,000 tonnes of coffee, 30,000 tonnes of rice, and 360,000 tonnes of sugar.
The players
Tunisian Trade Office
This government entity manages the importation of basic commodities and oversees the authorization process for private enterprises.
Vietnam Trade Office
This agency facilitates economic connections and promotes export opportunities for Vietnamese businesses in international markets.
The details
Trade has been bolstered by Tunisian Law No. 120, which enables private enterprises to import basic commodities with authorization from the Tunisian Trade Office. Previously, the Tunisian Trade Office handled these imports exclusively through international tenders.
Timeline
Tunisian Law No. 120 authorized private imports in 2024.
The Vietnam Trade Office conducted an online market consultation in March 2026.
Trade officials visited Tunisia and attended IFTA AFRICA 2026 in June 2026.
Total bilateral trade reached 59.43 million USD during the first nine months of 2026.
Culture Shift
The expansion of bilateral trade follows the implementation of Tunisian Law No. 120, which marked a departure from state-only procurement of commodities. This policy shift signals a broader move toward liberalizing the import sector for essential goods like coffee and rice.
Consumers in Tunisia may see increased availability of Vietnamese goods as more private enterprises utilize the authorization process to import basic commodities. These businesses can now source products with greater agility to meet local demand for items like coffee and rice.
The takeaway
The ongoing liberalization of Tunisian import laws provides a clear template for how private sector engagement can drive bilateral trade growth. Businesses looking to enter the North African market should monitor these regulatory changes to identify new distribution opportunities.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Vietnam+ (VietnamPlus).
