Vietnam's Manufacturing Sector Drives Industrial Growth with 13% Increase
Vietnam's manufacturing sector has achieved a year-on-year industrial production index (IIP) growth of 13%, significantly contributing to overall industrial expansion. Mining and electricity supply also showed robust performance, underscoring the sector's momentum.
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