Trade Deficit China

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    Vietnam Industry and Trade News Bulletin for January 5, 2016

    ByVN Industry and Trade Bulletin

    A. GENERAL ECONOMIC HIGHLIGHTS 1. 2016 Economic Outlook: Inflation and Exchange Rates The National Financial Supervisory Commission (NFSC) forecasts that core inflation in 2016 will be around 3%, with headline inflation likely lower at 2-3%, leaving room for price adjustments in public services. However, exchange rates and interest rates will face significant pressure. The trade deficit is projected to rise to approximately $4 billion as investment demand drives machinery imports. 2. BOT Toll Fees: Ministry…

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    Vietnam Industry and Trade News Bulletin for January 4, 2016

    ByVN Industry and Trade Bulletin

    A. GENERAL ECONOMIC HIGHLIGHTS 1. Anxious Wait for Tet Bonuses Despite reports from the Ministry of Labor, Invalids and Social Affairs (MOLISA) suggesting that the 2016 Lunar New Year (Tet) bonuses might exceed the previous year’s average of 5 million VND due to GDP growth, workers remain anxious. As of January 3, the Ministry had not yet fully summarized the bonus situation as local reports were incomplete. MOLISA officials noted that while bonuses are not…