May 25, 2025
Cosmetics: Vietnam imports down 2.80 percent over March, Singapore lead supplier
Vietnam’s imports of essential oils and resinoids; perfumery, cosmetic or toilet preparations reached US$125.31 million in April 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a slight 2.80 percent decrease compared to the import value in March, with a year-to-date import value of US$478.05 million for this category.
Fertilizers: Vietnam exports down 24.55 percent in April, Cambodia top destination
Vietnam’s exports of fertilizers reached US$68.60 million in April 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a substantial decrease of 24.55 percent compared to March, with a year-to-date (YTD) export value of US$293.97 million.
Bamboo & rattan products: Vietnam exports up .77 percent in April, USA top destination
Vietnam’s exports of bamboo and rattan products reached US$79.05 million in April 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a slight increase of 0.77 percent compared to March, with a year-to-date (YTD) export value of US$288.21 million.
Minimum Wage in Thailand 2025: Daily & Monthly
Thailand’s minimum wage structure reflects a regionally adjusted approach designed to balance economic growth with social equity. This article breaks down the minimum wage in Thailand by the different wage regions.
Minimum Wage in Indonesia 2025: Monthly & Daily
Indonesia’s minimum wage system is set annually and varies by province, reflecting regional economic differences and cost-of-living disparities. This article breaks down the key rates by region.
Minimum Wage in the Philippines 2025: Daily & Monthly
In the Philippines, minimum wages are determined on a regional basis rather than through a single national rate. This article outlines those rates.
Publishing: Vietnam Education Publishing House posts record profit despite textbook price cuts
Vietnam Education Publishing House reported a record pre-tax profit of VND 384 billion (US$14.77 million) in 2024, up 12 percent from 2023, despite cutting textbook prices for key series, VN Express has reported.
Technology: Vietnam facing cybersecurity workforce crisis
Vietnam is projected to face a shortfall of 700,000 cybersecurity professionals by 2028, driven by rapid digitalisation and rising cyber threats, Vu Ngoc Son, Head of Technology and International Cooperation at the National Cybersecurity Association has told a conference, VietnamNet has reported.
Technology: Insights into Vietnam’s black market for personal data
Personal data of millions of Vietnamese citizens is being sold for as little as VND 1,000 (4 US cents) to VND 4,000 (16 US cents) per record on Telegram, Zalo, and Facebook fan pages, Viettimes has reported.
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