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Day: January 13, 2025
Vietnam coal and lignite mining sees sharp December decline
the-shiv January 13, 2025 8:54 pm
Year-on-year, the sector saw a 2.6 percent decline in December 2024 compared to December 2023. Over the full year, the mining of coal and lignite contracted by 5.5 percent in 2024 compared to 2023, indicating sustained challenges in the industry.
Vietnam’s crude oil exports rise by 22.86 percent in December
the-shiv January 13, 2025 6:21 pm
Vietnam’s exports of crude oil total US$1.73 billion for 2024…
Vietnam’s telephones, mobile phones, and parts thereof exports decline by 3.27 percent in December
the-shiv January 13, 2025 5:47 pm
Vietnam’s exports of telephones, mobile phones, and parts thereof total US$53.89 billion for 2024, maintaining a strong position in the global market despite the month-on-month decline.
Netherlands jump in foreign direct investment in Vietnam in December
the-shiv January 13, 2025 5:37 pm
In 2024, the Netherlands invested in 24 new projects with US$546.05 million in newly registered capital.
Vietnam’s crude oil output sees slight improvement in December
the-shiv January 13, 2025 3:49 pm
Year-on-year, crude oil production declined by 3.8 percent in December compared to December 2023. For the full year of 2024, the sector recorded a cumulative contraction of 6.1 percent compared to 2023, reflecting sustained challenges throughout the year.
Vietnam’s professional, scientific, and technological activities FDI jumps in December
the-shiv January 13, 2025 1:31 pm
In 2024, the sector attracted a total of 364 new projects with US$1.27 billion in newly registered capital.
Vietnam’s imports of fruits and vegetables rise by 21.41 percent in December
the-shiv January 13, 2025 1:03 pm
The USA was the largest supplier in December, with imports surging by 45.38 percent to US$123.73 million. China followed closely, contributing US$99.82 million, a modest 1.11 percent increase. Myanmar and Canada posted significant growth, with imports rising by 70.81 percent and 65.25 percent, respectively. Imports from South Korea also rose sharply by 53.53 percent, reaching US$7.58 million.
Vietnam garments, hats, and shoes prices rise moderately in December 2024
the-shiv January 13, 2025 12:38 pm
Year-on-year, December 2024 prices for garments, hats, and shoes increased by 1.16 percent compared to December 2023. For the entire year, the CPI for this category rose by 1.40 percent compared to 2023.
Tourism from Oceania rises in December, driven by Australian visitors
the-shiv January 13, 2025 12:15 pm
Year-to-date arrivals from the region reached 540,197 in 2024, reflecting a strong year-on-year growth of 27.2 percent.
Vietnam’s machine, equipment, and tool imports rise in December
the-shiv January 13, 2025 9:41 am
Year-to-date imports for these products amounted to US$48.89 billion. China remained the leading supplier with US$2.85 billion in imports, reflecting a 4.88 percent monthly growth. Japan showed a significant rise of 17.78 percent, reaching US$403.51 million in December. Germany exhibited a notable 20.17 percent increase, contributing US$133.61 million. The USA also saw robust growth of 15.45 percent in imports.
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