Vietnam
Rare Earth Sector Overview
REO Production (2025 est.)
150 t
Reserves (2025)
3.5 Mt
≈ 23,333 yrs at current production
Source: USGS MCS 2026
National Rare Earth Strategy (Jan 2026)
As of January 1, 2026, Vietnam has moved all rare earth resources under the National Strategic Asset classification. This includes a total ban on raw ore exports and a mandate for domestic midstream integration.
Current Focus
NKN Midstream Hub
Vietnam is being positioned as the primary non-Chinese alternative for HREE metallization (Dy/Tb).
Global Production Share
REO mine production 2025 (est.) · Source: USGS MCS
Global Reserves Share
REO reserves · Source: USGS MCS 2025 / 2026
📋 Administrative & Policy Notes
Ban on raw ore exports effective Jan 1, 2026, under the amended Geology and Minerals Law (Law No. 147/2025/QH15) to promote domestic high-tech processing.
Mining Projects in Vietnam
Processing Facilities in Vietnam
Sumitomo Hanoi Pulse Center
Shin-Etsu Quảng Ninh
LS Metallization Hub (LSCV)
SGI Vina Magnet Factory
Vietnam Rare Earth JSC (VTRE)
🇻🇳 Official 2026 Mineral Law Breakdown
Review the full text of the Geology and Minerals Law that went into effect on Jan 1, 2026. This legislation formally establishes Vietnam's NKN Hub status and specifies the domestic processing requirements for Bastnäsite and Ionic Clay projects.
View Legal Analysis: Law No. 2026/GMLP