Economy

In recent years, with many solutions to promote the restructuring of crops and livestock, many farmers in Long An province have applied scientific and technical advances to production.

While Vietnam’s textile and garment industry is recovering, it is facing new challenges such as customers preferring small, rapid orders and labour shortages, experts have said.

The upcoming official visit to Vietnam by Russian President Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin is expected to open up new opportunities in bilateral relations, aiming towards the prosperous development for both sides.

Large international retailers including Aeon, Uniqlo, Walmart, Amazon, Safeway, Carrefour, Decathlon, Central Group and Ikea have been visiting Vietnam seeking partnerships.

With the viewpoint of accompanying businesses, Long An always takes specific actions, listens, supports, and creates favorable conditions for FDI enterprises to invest and operate.

With climate change, rising sea level posing significant threats, experts are advocating for a shift toward a circular economic model in the Mekong Delta, Vietnam's agricultural powerhouse.

Rice is one of four crops chosen by Long An province to implement the High-tech Agricultural Development Program associated with restructuring the Agricultural sector.

The US's recognition of the market economy in Vietnam will help expand business opportunities for Vietnamese enterprises and pave the way for Vietnamese exports to this market.

Vietnam exported 11,176 tonnes of cinnamon, worth for 31.1 million USD in May, up 75% in volume and 63% in value month-on-month.

According to the Department of Planning and Investment of Long An province, from the beginning of the year to June 2024, Long An's public investment disbursement rate reached more than 34% of the plan.

Vietnam's instant noodles will be exempted from food safety control in the EU starting from July 2, as they have met related regulations.

Vietnam’s export of fishery products is expected to reach 4.4 billion USD during January-June, a year-on-year increase of 6%.