January 17, 2025
Belgian tourist arrivals to Vietnam drop by 29.51 percent in December despite steady annual growth
Belgian travellers often seek immersive experiences such as food tours, eco-tourism, and rural excursions. They appreciate Vietnam’s affordability and unique cuisine, with an emphasis on local street food and fresh seafood. Longer trips are common, allowing tourists to explore multiple regions.
Vietnam’s fruits and vegetables exports rise by 15.52 percent in December
Vietnam’s fruits and vegetables exports total US$7.15 billion for 2024…
Vietnam’s household electrical appliances productions jumps in 2024
Year-on-year, the sector achieved significant growth of 19.9 percent in December 2024 compared to December 2023. Over the full year, cumulative growth reached 10.9 percent in 2024 compared to 2023, reflecting a strong annual performance.
Vietnam’s tyre cord fabrics and other technical use fabrics exports decline by 13.10 percent in December
Vietnam’s exports of tyre cord fabrics and other fabrics for technical uses total US$771.24 million for 2024.
Vietnam’s imports of ferrous waste and scrap rise by 38.42 percent in December
Japan was the largest supplier, contributing US$125.87 million, a 42.10 percent rise from November. The USA and Hong Kong followed, recording increases of 11.95 percent and 33.95 percent, respectively. The Philippines saw a remarkable surge, with imports rising by 663.40 percent to US$3.46 million, while Chile experienced a 107.61 percent increase.
Vietnam’s telephone and mobile phone imports rise slightly in December 2024
China remained the dominant supplier, exporting US$854.06 million in December, up 0.31 percent from November. South Korea registered significant growth with a 29.72 percent increase, reaching US$45.20 million. Imports from India more than doubled, surging 152.36 percent to US$1.06 million, while the UK showed the highest growth rate with a 192.10 percent rise to US$842,452.
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Vietnam’s transport and warehouse sector sees FDI decline in December
In 2024, the sector attracted a total of 115 new projects with US$487.79 million in newly registered capital.
Vietnam’s liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) production estimated to reach 764,200 tons in 2024
In November 2024, the country produced 70,600 tons of LPG, which shows a solid output despite a slight decline in December.
Vietnam’s concrete and cement products sector grows month-on-month despite challenges
Year-on-year, the sector saw a significant decline of 24.6 percent in December 2024 compared to December 2023. However, cumulative production for the full year of 2024 grew by 2.3 percent compared to 2023, highlighting steady annual growth despite notable challenges.
China sees jump in foreign direct investment in Vietnam in December
In 2024, Chinese firms invested in 955 new projects with US$4.73 billion in newly registered capital…
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