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 motor vehicle imports decline by 19.24 percent in December
Indonesia remained the top supplier, contributing US$82.14 million in December despite a 25.60 percent decline month-on-month. Thailand and China followed, exporting US$67.43 million and US$86.80 million, with respective drops of 41.59 percent and 4.94 percent.
Vietnam’s energy sector sees rise in foreign direct investment in December
In 2024, the sector attracted a total of 4 new projects with US$1.42 billion in newly registered capital…
UAE sees decline in foreign direct investment into Vietnam in December
In 2024, the UAE invested in 7 new projects with US$4.34 million in newly registered capital.
Vietnam’s administrative operations and support services FDI jumps in December
In 2024, the sector attracted a total of 69 new projects with US$160,370 in newly registered capital…
Indonesia sees decline in foreign direct investment in Vietnam in December
In 2024, Indonesia invested in 19 new projects in Vietnam with US$27.20 million in newly registered capital…
Vietnam’s pharmaceutical product imports surge by 68.56 percent in December
The USA led the surge, with imports skyrocketing by 331.62 percent to US$101.02 million. India and South Korea also showed significant growth, with imports increasing by 85.26 percent and 139.22 percent, respectively. Belgium recorded an impressive 92.25 percent growth, contributing US$28.03 million in December.
Vietnam’s paints and coatings production shows strong annual growth in 2024
Year-on-year, the sector posted a remarkable growth of 15.0 percent in December 2024 compared to December 2023. For the full year, cumulative growth reached 7.9 percent in 2024 compared to 2023, reflecting solid annual performance in this industry.
Vietnam culture, entertainment and tourism costs increase in 2024
For the full year 2024, costs were up by 1.97 percent compared to 2023, reflecting growing demand for leisure activities and tourism services as the country continues its post-pandemic recovery.
Vietnam’s pastry, sweets, and cereals products exports decline by 0.91 percent in December
Vietnam’s exports of pastry, sweets, and cereals products total US$1.23 billion for 2024…
Vietnam’s imports of insecticides and rodenticides surge by 29.34 percent in December
China was the dominant supplier, accounting for US$52.52 million in December, an increase of 47.95 percent compared to the previous month. Imports from South Korea and Thailand showed exceptional growth, rising by 94.34 percent and 83.40 percent, respectively. The UK also posted an impressive increase of 103.84 percent to US$2.76 million.
Vietnam’s imports of parts and accessories for motor vehicles up 1 percent in December
China led the imports with US$170.04 million, registering a significant 17.07 percent growth month-on-month. Thailand and Indonesia also recorded notable increases, with imports rising by 14.14 percent and 21.22 percent, respectively. Imports from Germany grew by 21.80 percent, reaching US$3.03 million.
Vietnam’s medical equipment production sees strong growth in 2024
Year-on-year, the sector recorded robust growth of 16.5 percent in December 2024 compared to December 2023. Over the full year, cumulative growth stood at 9.2 percent in 2024 compared to 2023, reflecting consistent expansion throughout the year.
Vietnam’s paper and paper products exports rise by 4.56 percent in December
Vietnam’s paper and paper products exports total US$2.1 billion for 2024.
Singapore jump in foreign direct investment in Vietnam in December
In 2024, Singapore invested in 462 new projects with US$10.21 billion in newly registered capital…
Vietnam’s fiber production shows strong annual growth
Year-on-year, the sector grew by 12.4 percent in December 2024 compared to the same month in 2023. For the full year of 2024, cumulative growth was recorded at 12.8 percent compared to 2023, reflecting strong performance throughout the year.
Vietnam’s leather shoes and sandals production estimated to reach 367.3 million pairs in 2024
In November 2024, the country produced 34.2 million pairs of leather shoes and sandals, maintaining strong output despite a slight decrease in December.
Vietnam’s Quang Ninh province records fall in FDI growth in 2024
This surge in FDI underscores Quang Ninh’s growing attractiveness as an investment destination, driven by its strategic location, natural resources, and strong economic policies.
Vietnam’s plastic and synthetic rubber production rises in 2024
Year-on-year, the sector declined by 12.7 percent in December 2024 compared to December 2023. Despite this, cumulative production for the full year of 2024 surged by 17.9 percent compared to 2023, reflecting strong annual growth in this industry.
Vietnam’s consumer electronics production sees robust growth in 2024
Year-on-year, the sector posted a strong growth of 16.1 percent in December 2024 compared to December 2023. For the full year of 2024, cumulative growth reached 10.8 percent compared to 2023, underscoring the sector’s robust performance.
Vietnam’s imports of paper products rise by 4.68 percent in December
China remained the largest supplier, contributing US$66.61 million, a slight 0.96 percent increase from November. Thailand recorded significant growth, with imports increasing by 47.36 percent to US$8.52 million. Germany and Singapore showed notable growth rates, with imports rising by 47.27 percent and 21.75 percent, respectively.
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