According to the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, the recently signed protocol on phytosanitary requirements for Vietnamese fresh coconuts exported to China will enable more sustainable and large-scale access to this vast market. Beyond China, demand for Vietnamese coconuts is also strong in India and the Middle East. Vietnam's position in the global coconut market is impressive, ranking 6th among the top 10 countries in terms of cultivation area and output. With roughly 200,000 ha of coconut plantations, the country produces 2.1 million tonnes of coconuts annually. Vietnam aims to expand coconut cultivation area by 2030. The Mekong Delta will account for the majority of this expansion, with 170,000-175,000 ha, while the coastal south-central region will have 16,000-20,000 ha./.