Vietnam does import goods from the United States. The U.S. is one of Vietnam's significant trading partners. Major imports from the U.S. to Vietnam include agricultural products (like cotton, soybeans, and wheat), machinery, aircraft, electronics, and pharmaceuticals. Trade between the two countries has grown substantially over the years, driven by economic ties and agreements like the U.S.-Vietnam Bilateral Trade Agreement, which came into effect in 2001. In recent years, the U.S. has also exported services, such as education and technology-related support, to Vietnam.