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The Vietnam category covers economic developments, investment trends, and policy updates specific to the country. It explores market opportunities, trade relations, industry growth, and government initiatives, providing insights into Vietnam’s role in global supply chains, emerging sectors, and foreign business expansion.
Vietnam’s imports of plastics fall 21.87 percent in January
Vietnam’s imports of plastics decreased by 21.87 percent month-on-month in January, reaching US$871.70 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This follows a decline from US$1.12 billion recorded in December.
Vietnam and the Middle Income Trap: Unpacked
There’s been a lot of talk lately about the risk Vietnam faces with respect to growth stagnating, and the country becoming stuck in the middle-income trap. Most of this talk, however, has focused on the level of GDP growth that needs to be reached and maintained rather than the specific policy and structural reforms needed. With this in mind, this article looks at what the middle-income trap is, how countries get themselves stuck in it and how they get out, and where Vietnam fits in a slightly more policy-focused discussion.
Hard coal and lignite industry output in Vietnam sees mixed January performance
Vietnam’s mining of hard coal and lignite recorded a 12.4 percent increase in January 2025 compared to the 2019 baseline, according to Vietnam’s Industrial Production Index. However, the sector saw a 4.2 percent decline compared to December.
Vietnam’s exports of tyre cord fabrics rise 7.84 percent in January
Vietnam’s exports of tyre cord fabrics and other fabrics for technical uses increased by 7.84 percent month-on-month to US$60.62 million in January, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
French tourist arrivals in Vietnam increase in January
Vietnam welcomed 28,012 tourists from France in January, accounting for 1.4 percent of total international arrivals, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Tourism. This marks a 15.3 percent rise from December and a 16.1 percent increase year-on-year.
Vietnam’s machinery exports decline by 11.93 percent in January
Vietnam’s exports of machinery, equipment, tools, and instruments fell by 11.93 percent month-on-month in January, reaching US$3.86 billion, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Beer and malt production in Vietnam sees slight annual growth despite January decline
Vietnam’s beer and malt production increased by 75.2 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 99.3 percent above 2019 levels.
Vietnam’s imports of fabrics fall 18.76 percent in January
Vietnam’s imports of fabrics declined by 18.76 percent month-on-month in January to US$1.08 billion, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This follows a decrease from US$1.33 billion recorded in December.
Vietnam’s exports of chemical products fall 7.33 percent in January
Vietnam’s exports of chemical products decreased by 7.33 percent month-on-month in January, reaching US$228.43 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This follows a decline from US$246.50 million recorded in December.
Vietnam’s imports of plastic products fall 18.43 percent in January
Vietnam’s imports of plastic products decreased by 18.43 percent month-on-month in January, reaching US$679.68 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This follows a decline from US$833.22 million recorded in December.
Chinese firms add US$489.87 million to Vietnam’s January FDI tally
In January, Chinese firms contributed US$489.87 million in foreign direct investment (FDI) in Vietnam across 85 new projects, according to data from Vietnam’s Ministry of Planning and Investment. This represents a decline of US$358.85 million compared to December, which saw US$848.72 million in registered capital with 96 new projects.
Vietnam’s exports of toys and sports requisites rise 27.55 percent in January
Vietnam’s exports of toys and sports requisites surged by 27.55 percent month-on-month to US$401.81 million in January, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
UK tourist arrivals in Vietnam rise in January
Vietnam welcomed 33,435 tourists from the UK in January, making up 1.6 percent of total international arrivals, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Tourism. This represents a 25.6 percent increase from December and a 13.8 percent rise year-on-year.
Vietnam’s iron and steel product exports fall by 13.25 percent in January
Vietnam’s exports of iron and steel products declined by 13.25 percent month-on-month in January, reaching US$438.99 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Communication equipment manufacturing in Vietnam sees January decline
Vietnam’s communication equipment manufacturing industry increased by 75.7 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 96.6 percent above 2019 levels.
Vietnam’s imports of essential oils and cosmetics fall 29.82 percent in January
Vietnam’s imports of essential oils, resinoids, perfumery, cosmetic, and toilet preparations fell by 29.82 percent month-on-month in January to US$93.32 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This follows a decline from US$132.97 million recorded in December.
Vietnam’s exports of ceramic products fall 25.46 percent in January
Vietnam’s exports of ceramic products decreased by 25.46 percent month-on-month in January, reaching US$54.54 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This follows a decline from US$73.18 million recorded in December.
Vietnam’s imports of pharmaceutical products fall 51.24 percent in January
Vietnam’s imports of pharmaceutical products decreased by 51.24 percent month-on-month in January, reaching US$252.63 million, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This follows a sharp decline from US$518.17 million recorded in December.
Japanese firms contribute US$599.09 million to Vietnam’s January FDI tally
In January, Japanese firms invested US$599.09 million in foreign direct investment (FDI) in Vietnam across 21 new projects, according to data from Vietnam’s Ministry of Planning and Investment. This marks an increase of US$710.96 million in registered capital compared to December, which saw a negative balance of US$111.87 million across 25 new projects.
Vietnam’s textile and garment exports drop 5.81 percent in January
Vietnam’s exports of textiles and garments fell 5.81 percent month-on-month to US$3.19 billion in January, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
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