A different perspective on Vietnam’s economy and doing business in Vietnam. Make sure to subscribe.
Can LNG really save Vietnam-US trade?
Key Challenges in Vietnam-US Trade Negotiations: Unpacked
Vietnam’s Private Sector Development Push: Unpacked
Vietnam’s Aviation Industry: State of Play 2025
Vietnam and the Middle Income Trap: Unpacked
Vietnam’s 8 Percent GDP Growth Target: Unpacked
Buy More, Sell Less: Tackling Vietnam’s Trade Surplus with the US
Is Vietnam the Next Asian Tiger Economy?
What Recent Traffic Reforms Say About Doing Business in Vietnam
Building An International Financial Centre in Vietnam: Unpacked
Vietnam’s Economy in 2024: A Brief Recap
What to Watch Now Google Has An Office in Vietnam
Does Vietnam Have a Private Consumption Problem Too?
Day: January 5, 2025
Vietnam’s glass and glassware exports remain steady in November
Singapore emerged as the largest market, with imports of US$50.61 million, though this marked a 7.68 percent decline month-on-month.
Manufacturing in Vietnam 2025: Growth, Options & Other Key Considerations
Vietnam’s manufacturing sector is in the middle of a boom period. In just over two decades the country has gone from relatively underdeveloped to a thriving hub of activity on the back of a manufacturing sector that has brought millions of jobs to the country…
Vietnam’s pharmaceutical production shows steady monthly growth in November
Year-on-year, the sector recorded a slight decline of 0.81 percent in November 2024 compared to the same period in 2023. However, for the first 11 months of 2024, the pharmaceutical sector achieved cumulative growth of 8.15 percent compared to the same period last year, underlining its steady expansion over the year.
Vietnam’s exports of toys and sports equipment to the USA lead in November
The USA stood as the dominant market for Vietnam, importing US$140.74 million worth of goods, albeit with a 17.33 percent decline from October. Japan followed with imports valued at US$64.22 million, reflecting a 3.33 percent month-on-month rise.
Vietnam’s iron and steel exports fall in November
Year-to-date exports stood at US$8.55 billion, with the United States being the top market, importing US$72.9 million in November, a rise of 22.67 percent.
Spanish tourist arrivals in Vietnam grow by 30.01 percent in November
Year-to-date, Spanish arrivals reached 84,721, reflecting a 27.2 percent growth compared to the same period last year. Spain continues to be an important European market for Vietnam, with increasing interest in the country’s cultural and natural attractions.
Vietnam’s exports to Thailand reach US$643.52 million in November 2024
Year-to-date, Vietnam’s exports to Thailand amounted to US$7.15 billion. Machinery, computers, and electronics dominate the export portfolio, with these categories leading the trade figures.
April 2025
Labour Market Report
Q1 2025
We’re looking for a self-starting freelance Business Development Manager to help shape and grow the-shiv’s commercial strategy. You’ll be responsible for identifying new revenue opportunities, pitching services, and building partnerships.