Raw Materials & Natural Resources
This category covers key natural resources, including agriculture, fisheries, forestry, mining, and energy. It explores production trends, exports, imports, and government policies affecting raw material industries. Topics include supply chain dynamics, sustainability efforts, and the role of natural resources in global commodity markets. This section is essential for understanding the resource-driven sectors that underpin the economy and their impact on domestic and international trade.
Vietnam’s petroleum product imports surge by 48.16 percent in December
Singapore emerged as the leading supplier in December, with exports to Vietnam doubling to US$369.66 million, a 100.00 percent increase. South Korea followed, exporting US$206.84 million, a 26.70 percent rise from the previous month. Imports from Malaysia also showed significant growth, climbing 48.53 percent to US$105.69 million.
Vietnam’s wheat imports remain stable, decreasing slightly by 0.57 percent in December
Australia emerged as the top supplier, with imports nearly doubling to US$47.66 million, a 99 percent increase compared to November. Russia and Ukraine also recorded strong growth, with imports rising by 127.48 percent and 67.85 percent, respectively.
Vietnam’s metal ore mining sees mixed output performance in 2024
Year-on-year, the sector saw a 4.4 percent decline in December 2024 compared to December 2023. However, for the full year of 2024, cumulative production rose by 14.4 percent compared to 2023, reflecting strong growth over the year despite monthly and annual fluctuations.
Vietnam’s fertilizer imports decline by 20.83 percent in December
China remained the largest supplier, contributing US$66.53 million, though this was a 21.87 percent decrease from November. South Korea and Malaysia recorded sharp increases, with imports surging by 239.70 percent and 515.07 percent, respectively. Japan and Norway also showed growth, with increases of 14.22 percent and 26.66 percent, respectively.
Vietnam’s fruits and vegetables exports rise by 15.52 percent in December
Vietnam’s fruits and vegetables exports total US$7.15 billion for 2024…
Vietnam’s liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) production estimated to reach 764,200 tons in 2024
In November 2024, the country produced 70,600 tons of LPG, which shows a solid output despite a slight decline in December.
Vietnam’s fertilizers exports rise by 21.58 percent in December
Vietnam’s exports of fertilisers total US$709.91 million for 2024, reflecting strong performance across multiple markets.
Vietnam’s aluminum production estimated to reach 1.52 million tons in 2024
In November 2024, the country produced 125,800 tons of aluminum, showing consistent output despite a slight increase in December.
Vietnam coal and lignite mining sees sharp December decline
Year-on-year, the sector saw a 2.6 percent decline in December 2024 compared to December 2023. Over the full year, the mining of coal and lignite contracted by 5.5 percent in 2024 compared to 2023, indicating sustained challenges in the industry.
Vietnam’s crude oil output sees slight improvement in December
Year-on-year, crude oil production declined by 3.8 percent in December compared to December 2023. For the full year of 2024, the sector recorded a cumulative contraction of 6.1 percent compared to 2023, reflecting sustained challenges throughout the year.
Vietnam’s imports of fruits and vegetables rise by 21.41 percent in December
The USA was the largest supplier in December, with imports surging by 45.38 percent to US$123.73 million. China followed closely, contributing US$99.82 million, a modest 1.11 percent increase. Myanmar and Canada posted significant growth, with imports rising by 70.81 percent and 65.25 percent, respectively. Imports from South Korea also rose sharply by 53.53 percent, reaching US$7.58 million.
Vietnam’s non-ferrous metal ore mining shows mixed performance in 2024
Year-on-year, the sector contracted by 6.2 percent in December 2024 compared to December 2023. However, for the full year of 2024, non-ferrous metal ore mining recorded a strong 17 percent increase compared to 2023, reflecting overall growth despite short-term challenges.
Vietnam’s quarrying of stone, sand, and gravel records steady December growth
Year-on-year, the sector grew by 2.0 percent in December 2024 compared to December 2023. For the full year of 2024, cumulative production rose by 2.9 percent compared to 2023, reflecting steady growth in this critical industry.
Vietnam’s refined petroleum production sees annual growth despite challenges
Year-on-year, the sector declined by 5.7 percent in December compared to December 2023. However, cumulative production for the full year of 2024 grew by 12.9 percent compared to 2023, highlighting strong overall annual growth despite monthly fluctuations.
Vietnam’s extractive industry stabilises with slight December growth
Year-on-year, the industry saw a 3.7 percent decline in December 2024 compared to December 2023. Over the entirety of 2024, the extractive sector experienced a cumulative contraction of 6.5 percent compared to 2023, indicating a challenging year for the industry.
Vietnam’s exports of base metals and products increase in November
The United States remained the largest importer, purchasing US$66.03 million, a growth of 4.7 percent month-on-month. India followed with US$47.08 million, slightly decreasing by 1.89 percent.
Vietnam’s coal exports drop by 28.3 percent in November
South Africa dominated as the primary market, importing US$7.23 million of Vietnamese coal. The Netherlands recorded US$3.01 million in imports, although this was a steep 50.36 percent drop from October.
Vietnam’s pepper exports drop 11.7 percent in November
The United States remained the largest importer, contributing US$39.55 million in November, a modest 2.92 percent increase from October, bringing its year-to-date total to US$377.50 million.
Vietnam’s ores and minerals exports slump in November
Japan emerged as a standout market, importing US$3.02 million, a staggering increase of 5,840 percent compared to the previous month.
Vietnam’s crude oil exports surge 27.4 percent in November
Thailand remained the leading importer, receiving US$47.24 million in November, a slight increase of 0.31 percent from the previous month, and contributing to a year-to-date total of US$669.20 million.
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