With 300 pavilions, the 2021 Vietnam Expo introduces a large number of products in different commodities, such as machines, equipment, auxiliary industry, electronics, civil electricity, food, beverages and consumer goods.

Designation as a currency manipulator by the US carries no immediate and specific penalties at present. However, it requires bilateral engagement on exchange-rate policies, and can influence foreign-exchange markets by signalling US disquiet over...

Sales momentum eased in 1Q21 with sales volume down by 12.6% q-o-q, a result of outbreak resurgence and Lunar New Year seasonal effect.

EVN's ratings reflect its Standalone Credit Profile (SCP), which is at the same level as the Vietnam sovereign rating.

Uncertainties still persist, particularly with recent delays in vaccine delivery. The first shipment of vaccines from the COVAX initiative has been delayed from late March to mid-April. Domestically, the weak labour market remains a headwind...

Despite external resilience, the recovery in domestic demand has stalled, given prolonged reimposition of strict social distancing measures. Indeed, Vietnam’s mobility indicators have been dropping, leading to dampened growth in services.