HO CHI MINH CITY -- Red tape and corruption are causing headaches for exporters and importers in Vietnam, which is working with the U.S. -- a key trading partner -- to streamline customs procedures.
Trade dropped in fastest-growing ASEAN economy amid global downturn

Exports of wood and other products from Vietnam declined in 2023 as global demand fell. (Photo by Lien Hoang)
HO CHI MINH CITY -- Red tape and corruption are causing headaches for exporters and importers in Vietnam, which is working with the U.S. -- a key trading partner -- to streamline customs procedures.