Nghe An province licenses 39 projects in 1H

Central Nghe An province this year attracted 39 projects and adjusted investment capital of 77 others with a total registered investment capital of over VND16.9 trillion ($664 million) as of June 15, according to the provincial People’s Committee.

The figure represents a 1.14-fold increase in value compared to the same period last year. This was attributed to the province’s efforts in improving business and investment environment, attracting investors and supporting businesses

The province posted a GRDP growth of 6.76% in the first half of the year, ranking third in the north-central region.

The Index of Industrial Production (IIP) was estimated to grow 10.03% year-on-year.

The province’s total export revenue reached over $1.35 billion while importing more than $1.01 billion.

As of June 20, the province disbursed over VND3.28 trillion ($128.8 million) of public investment capital, equivalent to 36.16% of the annual target.