Footwear: Vietnam’s leather shoes and sandals production jumps in July
Vietnam produced an estimated 34.5 million pairs of leather shoes and sandals in July 2025, up from 33.2 million pairs in June, according to Vietnam’s National Office of Statistics.
Cumulative output for the first seven months of 2025 reached 215.2 million pairs, representing a 13.6 percent year-on-year increase.
July alone posted a strong 16.6 percent rise compared with the same month last year.
Vietnam has developed into a major hub for the production of leather shoes and sandals.
The country’s position as a significant global footwear manufacturer is attributed to factors such as a large labour force and its integration into global supply chains.
The industry is composed of both foreign-invested companies and domestic firms.
Major international brands have established manufacturing operations in Vietnam, which has contributed to the country’s export volume.
Domestic companies also participate in both the local and international markets.
Production facilities are primarily located in the southern region of the country.
The industry’s operations are subject to certain challenges, a reliance on imported raw materials, for example.
Another is competition from products from other countries.
In response to these factors, there is an increasing focus on improving the domestic supply chain for raw materials.
The industry is also adapting to growing demand from export markets for sustainable and environmentally compliant production methods.
The combination of these efforts, along with the benefits of free trade agreements, is expected to influence the future of the sector.
