Illustrative image (Source: VNA)According to the General Department of Vietnam Customs, asof September 15, the country had earned 265.34 billion USD from exports, up 17.82%,or 40 billion USD higher than that in the same period last year.
Commenting on the export growth so far this year, ViceDirector of the Import-Export Department under the MoIT Tran Thanh Hai saidthat the early resumption of economic activities and advantages from free tradeagreements (FTAs) have helped domestic firms strengthen exports.
Trade surplus is also a good factor contributing to themaintaining of macro-economic stability and motivating import-export activitiesin remaining months of this year, he said.
Hai held with the current growth pace, the country’simport-export revenue is likely to reach over 700 billion USD, with tradesurplus maintained and export growth surpassing the target set by the NationalAssembly and Government at 7-8% for this year.
However, experts held this may be affected by many factors,especially amid many challenges and risks, including those brought about by theRussia-Ukraine conflict and the downturn of some markets.
Tra fish processing for export (Photo: VNA)MoIT Deputy Minister Do Thang Hai said that in the rest ofthe year, the sector will focus on promoting exports and production byassisting domestic firms in accessing market, increasing exports and optimisingFTA commitments.
Besides, through the global value chains, it will seek new markets andencourage businesses to strengthen renovation to make new products./.
VNA
