Resolution 36 streamlines durian export procedures
Resolution 36/2026/NQ-CP simplifies administrative procedures for growing area and packing facility codes, unblocking export markets and paving the way for transparent and efficient management. Durian exports aim for US$4 billion in 2026 50 Vietnamese labs approved for durian, jackfruit exports to China Top agriculture officials detained in sprawling probe into durian export fraud
Resolution 36/2026/NQ-CP, enacted on July 31, 2026, streamlines administrative procedures for durian export, enhancing transparency and efficiency. Dak Lak Province, with 41,000 hectares of durian cultivation, has only 280 growing area codes covering 7,500 hectares and 42 packing facility codes. Meanwhile, Lam Dong, with over 45,000 hectares of durian, has issued limited codes for exports.
To expedite code issuance and boost traceability, Dak Lak has launched a 30 Days and Nights campaign from August 7 to September 7, 2026, digitizing and connecting data to the Agricultural Product Traceability System. This digital database aligns with the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment's principle of one-time declaration, multiple-time usage.
The People's Committee of Dak Lak envisions a professional and sustainable durian ecosystem, promoting deep processing, frozen durian, and market diversification. Vietnamese durian exporters currently enjoy a significant competitive advantage in China, where fresh and frozen imports reached over $1 billion in the first seven months of 2026, a 43% increase from the same period last year.
India has also authorized the import of fresh Vietnamese durians. The Vietnam Fruit and Vegetable Association aims for durian exports to surpass $4 billion in 2026. Resolution 36 shifts the focus from pre-inspection to post-inspection, with digital procedures replacing paper-based processes. To apply for a code, applicants can now submit online, and post-inspection monitoring will ensure ongoing compliance.
This simplification is expected to attract investments, increase competitiveness, and contribute to socio-economic development.
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