In a recent report, the World Bank (WB) pointed out that many of Vietnam’s socio-economic indicators are showing signs of a positive recovery. It believes the country’s economy has improved and will continue to grow.
Hai Phong’s gross regional domestic product (GRDP) grew 12.28 per cent in the first nine months of 2021, while FDI attraction increased three-fold year-on-year to $2.8 billion and export turnover stood at nearly $19 billion, up 25.52 per cent compared to the same period last year.
The industry sector increased 4.45 per cent year-on-year in value in the first nine months of 2021, with processing and manufacturing rising 6.05 per cent. Other segments, however, declined in the period.
Many smartphone manufacturers and retailers have faced difficulties from social distancing and quarantining, and have sharply reduced prices to stimulate demand. Four of the top five brands imported into Vietnam saw falling growth during the second quarter of this year compared to previously.
In order to reach the annual GDP growth rate of 6 per cent, Vietnam has to keep its GDP growth rate in the last 6 months of 2021 over 7 per cent. Specialists say that the goal is achievable, however, there will be challenges along the way.