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Day: February 26, 2025
Vietnam’s ore and mineral exports drop by 70.40 percent in January
Vietnam’s exports of ores and other mineral products fell by 70.40 percent month-on-month in January, reaching US$7.99 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Toy and game manufacturing output in Vietnam declines in January
Vietnam’s toy and game manufacturing industry increased by 74.8 percent in January compared to the 2019 baseline, according to Vietnam’s Industrial Production Index. However, this was lower than December 2024, when output stood at 98.5 percent above 2019 levels.
Vietnam’s imports of ferrous waste and scrap fall 51.11 percent in January
Vietnam’s imports of ferrous waste and scrap declined by 51.11 percent month-on-month in January to US$103.08 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This follows a sharp drop from US$210.83 million recorded in December.
Construction Industry in Vietnam: Overview 2025
Vietnam’s construction industry has seen substantial growth in recent years, driven by robust economic development and significant government investment in infrastructure projects. The sector is highly competitive, featuring both domestic and international players. These companies are actively involved in various large-scale projects across the country, including residential, commercial, and industrial developments.
Vietnam’s exports of chemicals decrease 3.39 percent in January
Vietnam’s exports of chemicals fell by 3.39 percent month-on-month in January, reaching US$219.95 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This follows a decrease from US$227.67 million recorded in December.
Vietnam’s imports of plastics fall 21.87 percent in January
Vietnam’s imports of plastics decreased by 21.87 percent month-on-month in January, reaching US$871.70 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This follows a decline from US$1.12 billion recorded in December.
Vietnam and the Middle Income Trap: Unpacked
There’s been a lot of talk lately about the risk Vietnam faces with respect to growth stagnating, and the country becoming stuck in the middle-income trap. Most of this talk, however, has focused on the level of GDP growth that needs to be reached and maintained rather than the specific policy and structural reforms needed. With this in mind, this article looks at what the middle-income trap is, how countries get themselves stuck in it and how they get out, and where Vietnam fits in a slightly more policy-focused discussion.
Hard coal and lignite industry output in Vietnam sees mixed January performance
Vietnam’s mining of hard coal and lignite recorded a 12.4 percent increase in January 2025 compared to the 2019 baseline, according to Vietnam’s Industrial Production Index. However, the sector saw a 4.2 percent decline compared to December.
Vietnam’s exports of tyre cord fabrics rise 7.84 percent in January
Vietnam’s exports of tyre cord fabrics and other fabrics for technical uses increased by 7.84 percent month-on-month to US$60.62 million in January, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
French tourist arrivals in Vietnam increase in January
Vietnam welcomed 28,012 tourists from France in January, accounting for 1.4 percent of total international arrivals, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Tourism. This marks a 15.3 percent rise from December and a 16.1 percent increase year-on-year.