Vietnam produced an estimated 4.27 million tonnes of coal in June 2025, up 10.5 percent from the same month last year, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s National Statistics Office.
Cumulative output for the first six months of 2025 reached 24.62 million tonnes, marking a 4.8 percent increase year-on-year.
Key figures:
- June output: 4,269.4 thousand tonnes
- May output: 4,127.2 thousand tonnes
- Six-month total: 24,624.2 thousand tonnes
- Year-on-year growth: 10.5 percent in June, 4.8 percent over six months
Steady growth in coal production speaks to the continued reliance on fossil fuels in Vietnam’s energy mix.
This is worth keeping in mind when assessing investment risks and opportunities in energy, mining, and carbon-transition sectors.
Of note, coal mining is a major industry in Vietnam, playing a critical role in the country’s energy sector and economy.
The industry is dominated by state-owned enterprises, most notably the Vietnam National Coal-Mineral Industries Group (Vinacomin), which oversees a significant portion of the nation’s coal production.
The primary coal-producing region is the Quang Ninh province in the northeastern part of the country, which holds a majority of Vietnam’s estimated coal reserves.
See also: Vietnam’s Coal Industry 2025: Production, Imports & Future