AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoVietnam Economy: Vietnam’s Q2 GDP growth accelerated to 8.39% year-on-year, beating forecasts as manufacturing and construction stayed resilient, though officials warned the second half needs about 11.7% growth to hit the 2026 target amid global headwinds. Prices & Trade: June CPI fell 0.39% month-on-month as cheaper fuel eased pressure, while the trade deficit widened to a record in the first half after higher imported fuel costs. Hanoi Planning: Hanoi approved a 100-year master plan aimed at phased targets through 2035, 2045, 2065 and 2085, signaling a long-term push for investment and infrastructure. Digital Push: Vietnam’s digital transformation is moving from planning to results, with 5G covering over 91% of the population and fiber reaching all communes and wards, alongside a nationwide digital identity rollout. Climate Finance: Vietnam earned an extra US$5m from forest carbon credit transfers to the World Bank, bringing total proceeds to US$56.5m. Industry & Mobility: Vietnam’s EV fleet nears 375,000 units (excluding motorbikes), and EV growth is pressuring charging and support services. International Spotlight: A Vietnamese man in Japan was arrested after accidentally discharging anti-bear spray in a post office, injuring five people.
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