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Vietnam’s yarn imports increase by 9.68 percent in February 2025
Vietnam’s yarn imports rose by 9.68 percent month-on-month in February, reaching US$212.19 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This follows January’s total of US$193.46 million, bringing year-to-date imports to US$405.83 million.
Vietnam housing and utilities costs rise in February: CPI data
Housing, electricity, water, fuel, and construction materials costs in Vietnam increased by 0.55 percent in January, contributing 0.1 percentage points to the Vietnam’s Consumer Price Index. The rise was driven by increased housing demand and higher utility costs, according to Vietnam’s General Office of Statistics.
Vietnam’s coal imports rise 8.52 percent in February 2025
Vietnam’s coal imports increased by 8.52 percent month-on-month in February, reaching US$610.90 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This follows a total of US$562.93 million in January, bringing the year-to-date coal imports to US$1.17 billion.
Vietnam’s crude oil extraction declines by 7.9% in February 2025
Vietnam’s crude oil extraction has experienced a minor dip in the first two months of 2025. According to the latest data from Vietnam’s General Office of Statistics, the country extracted 653,000 tons of crude oil in January 2025. In February, this figure decreased slightly to 610,000 tons.
US pulls out of Vietnam green energy funding agreement
The United States has backed out of the International Partners Group, the bloc of wealthy nations providing funding under Vietnam’s Just Energy Partnership Agreement signed back in 2022. This was not surprising given that the US announced it would be taking a step back from its lead role in implementing Indonesia’s JETP last month.
Vietnam Ministry suggests no photo ID for social media account verification
The Ministry of Public Security has suggested that social networks and communication services should not be allowed to require users to submit photos of their identification or citizen identification cards for account verification. The Ministry has suggested this could breach Vietnam’s Personal Data Protection regulations.
Vietnam’s wood and wooden products exports decline by 27.69 percent in February 2025
Vietnam’s wood and wooden products exports dropped by 27.69 percent in February compared to January, amounting to US$1.03 billion, according to data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Asian tourist arrivals in Vietnam decline in February
Vietnam recorded 1,491,673 tourist arrivals from Asia in February, accounting for 78.8 percent of total international visitors, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Tourism. This marks a 7.17 percent decline from January, though the year-to-date total reached 3,098,561 visitors, making up 78.2 percent of overall arrivals for the year so far.
Vietnam’s coal production sees growth in February 2025
Vietnam’s coal production has shown notable progress in the first two months of 2025. According to the latest data from Vietnam’s General Office of Statistics, the country produced 3.44 million tons of coal in January 2025. In February, this figure rose to an estimated 3.77 million tons.
Vietnam’s pharmaceutical product imports surge 42.78 percent in February 2025
Vietnam’s pharmaceutical product imports jumped 42.78 percent month-on-month in February, reaching US$360.72 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date, total imports have reached US$613.34 million, reflecting strong demand for medical supplies.
Vietnam’s pharmaceutical material imports rise 7.04 percent in February 2025
Vietnam’s imports of pharmaceutical materials increased by 7.04 percent month-on-month in February, reaching US$39.20 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date, total imports stand at US$75.82 million, with China remaining the dominant supplier.
Vietnam’s petroleum product imports decline 12.18 percent in February 2025
Vietnam’s imports of petroleum products fell by 12.18 percent month-on-month in February, amounting to US$517.80 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This brings total year-to-date imports to US$1.11 billion.
Vietnam’s pastry, sweets, and cereal product imports rise 20.03 percent in February 2025
Vietnam’s imports of pastry, sweets, and cereal products increased by 20.03 percent month-on-month in February, reaching US$48.61 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This brings total year-to-date imports to US$89.19 million, reflecting growing consumer demand for these products.
Transport prices in Vietnam jump in February
Transport-related costs in Vietnam rose by 0.63 percent in January, contributing 0.06 percentage points to Vietnam’s Consumer Price Index. The rise was driven by increased travel demand at the beginning of the new year, leading to a 61.99 percent surge in rail passenger transport prices and a 25 percent increase in air passenger transport fares, according to Vietnam’s General Office of Statistics.
Vietnam’s cashew nut imports surge 45.15 percent in February 2025
Vietnam’s cashew nut imports rose by 45.15 percent month-on-month in February, reaching US$250.61 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This follows January’s total of US$172.66 million, reflecting a strong increase in import demand.
Vietnam’s imports of animal and vegetable fats and oils decline 2.74 percent in February 2025
Vietnam’s imports of animal and vegetable fats and oils fell by 2.74 percent month-on-month in February, reaching US$95.74 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This follows January’s total of US$98.43 million, reflecting a slight downturn in import demand.
Vietnam’s animal fodder imports surge 64.06 percent in February 2025
Vietnam’s animal fodder and fodder material imports rose by 64.06 percent month-on-month in February, reaching US$499.18 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This marks a significant increase from January’s total of US$304.27 million, driven by higher demand from key suppliers.
Vietnam’s exports of handbags, purses, suitcases, headgear, and umbrellas drop by 28.76 percent in February 2025
Vietnam’s exports of handbags, purses, suitcases, headgear, and umbrellas fell by 17.25 percent in February 2025 compared to January, totalling US$258.02 million, according to data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam’s animal fodders, materials exports rise by 15.24 percent in February 2025
Vietnam’s exports of animal fodders and animal fodder materials increased by 15.24 percent in February 2025 compared to January, reaching US$84.05 million, according to data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam’s imports of iron and steel products fall 14.88 percent in January
Vietnam’s imports of iron and steel products decreased by 14.88 percent month-on-month in January, reaching US$519.12 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This follows a decline from US$609.84 million recorded in December.
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