Manufacturing & Industry
This category focuses on industrial production, from electronics and textiles to automotive and heavy industry. It covers FDI trends, supply chain developments, factory expansions, and government regulations shaping the industrial landscape. As a key driver of economic growth, manufacturing plays a crucial role in global supply chains, technological advancements, and industrial competitiveness.
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 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 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.
Plywood, veneer, and laminated wood production in Vietnam declines in January
Vietnam’s production of plywood, veneer, laminated wood, and other thin boards increased by 23.8 percent in January compared to the 2019 baseline, according to Vietnam’s Industrial Production Index. However, this was slightly lower than December 2024, when output stood at 24.9 percent above 2019 levels.
Denmark firms add US$19 million to Vietnam’s January FDI tally
In January, firms from Denmark contributed US$19 million in foreign direct investment (FDI) in Vietnam across 1 new project, according to data from Vietnam’s Ministry of Planning and Investment. This represents a decrease of US$2.83 million compared to December, which saw US$21.83 million in registered capital with 3 new projects.
Vietnam’s imports of iron and steel fall 36.03 percent in January
Vietnam’s imports of iron and steel dropped by 36.03 percent month-on-month in January to US$691.29 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This follows a decline from US$1.08 billion recorded in December.
Processing of milk and dairy products in Vietnam declines in January but sees annual growth
Vietnam’s processing of milk and dairy output increased by 26.3 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 40.6 percent above 2019 levels.
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