Vietnam produced an estimated 4.43 million tonnes of coal in May 2025, slightly up from 4.28 million tonnes in April, according to Vietnam’s National Statistics Office.
Key details:
- April 2025 output: 4.28 million tonnes
- May 2025 estimate: 4.43 million tonnes
- Cumulative 5-month output: 20.66 million tonnes
- May year-on-year change: +0.9 percent
- 5-month year-on-year change: +5.2 percent
The steady coal output growth highlights Vietnam’s continued reliance on thermal power amid strong industrial energy demand.
It also underscores the country’s ongoing challenges in balancing energy security with its green transition goals.
See also: Vietnam’s Coal Industry 2025: Production, Imports & Future
