FTAs and green development remain key drivers of export

Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyễn Hồng Diên talked to the Vietnam News Agency (VNA) about 2024 - a year the economy faced a mix of challenges, but also saw the country making the most out of Free Trade Agreements (FTAs), especially the new-generation ones, to find opportunities.

Việt Nam targets 8 per cent economic growth in 2025

In 2024, Việt Nam continued to be a bright spot in terms of growth, developing at a rapid rate compared to many other countries in the region and the world. Its GDP growth in 2024 was estimated at about 7 per cent, while its overall economy reached about US$470 billion.

Market dips on the final trading day of 2024

The stock market closed 2024 on a downbeat note, with the VN-Index edging closer to the 1,265-point mark, liquidity remaining subdued, and foreign investors returning to net selling.

Hardware and electronics exports rebound

In 2023, Việt Nam’s hardware and electronics exports reached $113.3 billion, a sharp 15.1 per cent decline from $133.6 billion in 2022. However, 2024 has witnessed a robust rebound, with export revenue surging by nearly 16.8 per cent.

HCM City sets sights on international exhibition, conference venue

Besides building medium-sized exhibition centres each spreading over a few dozen hectares to meet immediate needs, HCM City must also build a large one spread over hundreds of hectares integrated with transportation and service infrastructure to match its imminent status as a super metropolis, according to experts.

Rice proud

Despite challenges in the global rice market, Việt Nam is still on track to hit a new record of over 8 million tonnes exported in 2024. Targeting high-q markets, the industry is focusing on quality over quantity.

Footwear industry set to gain $27 billion in export this year

Việt Nam's footwear and leather industry is poised to achieve US$26-27 billion in export in 2024, marking a $3 billion increase from the previous year, as they country has well capitalised on the signed free trade agreements to bolster shipment, according to the Vietnam Leather, Footwear and Handbag Association (Lefaso).

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