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On June 2, 2026, the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MOIT) issued Decision No. 1309/QD-BCT on the final results of the sunset review concerning the anti-dumping (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) measures imposed on certain sugar products originating from Thailand (Case No. ER01.AD13-AS01). At the same time, MOIT issued Decision No. 1310/QD-BCT extending the anti-circumvention measures related to trade remedies on certain sugar products in order to ensure the continued effectiveness of the measures currently in force.
Background of Trade Remedy Measures on Imported Sugar
Previously, on June 15, 2021, MOIT issued Decision No. 1578/QD-BCT imposing AD and CVD measures on certain sugar products originating from Thailand.
Subsequently, on August 1, 2022, MOIT issued Decision No. 1514/QD-BCT imposing anti-circumvention measures on sugar products originating from Cambodia, Malaysia, Myanmar, Laos, and Indonesia to prevent the evasion of the trade remedy measures already in effect.
On June 13, 2025, MOIT initiated a sunset review through Decision No. 1686/QD-BCT to assess the necessity of continuing the AD and CVD measures on sugar imports from Thailand.
Trade Remedy Measures Have Delivered Positive Results for Vietnam’s Sugar Industry
The investigation results indicate that after five years of applying trade remedy measures, Vietnam’s domestic sugar industry has experienced significant improvements.
First, market competition has improved considerably, with sugar imports from Thailand declining sharply from approximately 924,000 tons to 82,000 tons in the 2022/2023 crop year and 274,000 tons in the 2024/2025 crop year.
Domestic sugar production recovered substantially, exceeding 1.2 million tons in the 2024/2025 crop year, representing an increase of approximately 1.7 times compared to the 2020/2021 crop year. Industry revenue and profits increased by 1.63 times and 2.49 times, respectively, compared to the period before the measures were imposed.
In addition, many sugarcane-growing areas that had previously contracted were restored. Harvested acreage increased by nearly 50%, from approximately 128,700 hectares to more than 192,600 hectares, while sugarcane output rose from 6.74 million tons to 12.43 million tons during the same period.
The effectiveness of the trade remedy measures also enabled producers to invest in improving productivity and product quality. Average yields increased from 60.7 tons per hectare to 73.3 tons per hectare, while CCS quality indicators remained stable.
Beyond economic benefits, the measures generated significant social impacts. The number of farming households engaged in sugarcane cultivation increased from more than 151,000 households to approximately 225,000 households. Many farmers in economically disadvantaged regions have been able to maintain stable livelihoods through support programs involving sugarcane purchases, seed supply, and advance financing from sugar mills.
Risk of Injury Remains if Measures Are Removed
Despite the industry’s recovery, the investigating authority found clear evidence indicating a likelihood of recurrence of injury should the AD and CVD measures be terminated.
The sunset review determined that the products subject to review continued to be dumped and subsidized during the review period. Furthermore, the likelihood of recurrence of such practices remains high if the current measures are no longer in force.
The investigating authority also noted a renewed increase in imports during the two most recent crop years as Thai sugar prices declined significantly. Without trade remedy duties, the substantial price gap between imported sugar and domestic products could lead to price suppression or price depression in the Vietnamese market.
Moreover, although many economic indicators of the domestic industry have improved, the industry remains vulnerable to import competition and could suffer material injury again if the existing measures are revoked.
Measures Extended for an Additional Five Years Until 2031
Based on the investigation findings and a comprehensive review of the case record, MOIT concluded that terminating the AD and CVD measures would likely result in the continuation or recurrence of dumping, subsidization, and material injury to the domestic sugar industry.
Accordingly, under Decision No. 1309/QD-BCT dated June 2, 2026, MOIT decided to extend the AD and CVD measures for an additional five years, through June 15, 2031.
In parallel, pursuant to Clause 3, Article 83 of Decree No. 10/2018/ND-CP, MOIT also issued Decision No. 1310/QD-BCT extending the anti-circumvention measures on certain sugar products. The duration of the anti-circumvention measures will correspond to the validity period of the AD and CVD measures extended under Decision No. 1309/QD-BCT.
Continued Monitoring and Enforcement
MOIT stated that the draft sunset review conclusion had been circulated to interested parties for comments in accordance with applicable regulations before the issuance of the final decisions.
Following the entry into force of the decisions, MOIT will continue coordinating with customs authorities and other relevant agencies to monitor, inspect, and supervise the implementation of the trade remedy measures. Monitoring efforts will focus on imports subject to AD and CVD duties, as well as products at risk of circumventing trade remedy measures, in order to maintain a fair competitive environment for Vietnam’s domestic sugar industry.
To protect their legitimate interests, manufacturers and exporters should familiarize themselves with the procedure and actively contact Vietnam Antidumping Law Firm specializing in anti-dumping and trade remedy for timely assistance.
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