Year: 2023

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    Vietnam Industry and Trade News Bulletin for AUGUST 02, 2023

    Below is the English summary of the Industry and Trade Press Review for August 2, 2023, based on the provided sources: A. OUTSTANDING INDUSTRY AND TRADE NEWS 1. Industrial Recovery Efforts 2. Rice Export Strategy B. GENERAL ECONOMIC NEWS 1. Domestic Investment and Challenges 2. Global Macroeconomics C. ENERGY SECTOR D. INTEGRATION, COMPETITION, AND CONSUMER PROTECTION E. MERGERS AND ACQUISITIONS (M&A) Analogy: The current rice market is like a sudden high tide; while it provides…

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    Vietnam Industry and Trade News Bulletin for AUGUST 01, 2023

    A. GENERAL ECONOMIC NEWS & MACROECONOMIC OUTLOOK 1. Growth Forecasts and Inflation Trends • Strong Growth Recovery: Vietnam’s economy is predicted to grow strongly in 2023, supported by four interest rate cuts within three months, bringing deposit rates down to approximately 7% and lending rates to 8-9%. • CPI and Core Inflation: In July 2023, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) increased by 0.45% compared to the previous month, with a 7-month average increase of 3.12%….

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    Vietnam Industry and Trade News Bulletin for JULY 31, 2023

    A. POSITIVE ECONOMIC INDICATORS 1. Industrial Production Recovery • IIP Growth: The Industrial Production Index (IIP) in July 2023 showed signs of recovery, increasing by 3.9% compared to the previous month and 3.7% year-on-year. Notably, the processing and manufacturing sector rose by 3.6%, while electricity production and distribution increased by 4.1%. • Regional Performance: Several localities saw a sharp rebound in industrial activity, with Bac Ninh recording a significant 23.8% increase in its IIP for…

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    Vietnam Industry and Trade News Bulletin for JULY 28, 2023

    A. POSITIVE ECONOMIC NEWS 1. Hydropower Recovery • Full Capacity Operations: Due to increased water levels from upstream, major plants like Hoa Binh and Ban Ve can now operate at 100% capacity, ending the period of restricted generation. 2. Trade Promotion • Viet-Lao Expo 2023: Opened in Vientiane with 250 booths. The Vietnamese section includes 120 booths showcasing pharmaceuticals, medical equipment, agriculture, textiles, and handicrafts. B. GENERAL ECONOMIC NEWS 1. Investment and Tax Policies •…