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The wood and wood products industry holds a prominent position in Việt Nam’s export landscape, but to maintain and accelerate growth, the sector must swiftly expand into new markets and avoid overreliance on a few key destinations. With an export value of nearly US$10 billion in the first seven months of this year, the sector not only ranks among the country's top five largest export industries but also leads in the agriculture–forestry–fishery group.

The United States recently imposed a 20 per cent countervailing tax on goods originating from Việt Nam, a level that presents challenges but remains manageable for domestic enterprises. Many Vietnamese firms are responding proactively by restructuring operations, standardising production and diversifying export markets to maintain growth momentum amid these new trade barriers.

Pangasius is riding the wave as one of Việt Nam’s top seafood exports, showing strong resilience and adaptability despite the ups and downs of global trade. In the first seven months of 2025, export turnover surged past US$1.2 billion, up 11 per cent year-on-year, highlighting the sector’s impressive momentum. According to the Việt Nam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP), China and Hong Kong remained the largest markets, with export value hitting $302 million, accounting for nearly 25 per cent of total shipments.

According to the municipal Department of Finance, more than 1,000 new projects have been licensed, with a total value of $1.3 billion. Additional growth came from capital increases, contributions, and share purchases. Much of the investment has been concentrated in export processing zones, industrial parks, and high-tech sectors.

In the heart of tradition, the Lotus has long been celebrated as a symbol of purity, resilience, and optimism for the future. Under the quiet serenity of a moonlit sky, the lotus blooms—its delicate petals unfolding with grace and strength, casting a soft glow over tranquil waters. This eternal dance of beauty and hope inspires the creation of the Caravelle's Mooncake Box.

According to the World Bank (WB), transport activities in Vietnam emit an average of more than 50 million metric tons of CO2 annually, with road transport accounting for 85%. Green logistics is becoming an essential trend as businesses must optimize efficiency and reduce their environmental impact in the context of globalization and climate change.

Starting with the memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed on February 9, 2023, the green and digital economic partnership not only injects a new momentum into economic growth but also contributes to shaping a sustainable development model within ASEAN. The two countries are leveraging their strengths in technology, finance, and resources to foster green growth and effective digital transformation.

The real estate market across Việt Nam witnessed a notable surge in activity in July 2025, driven by investor psychology ahead of the Ghost Month and the positive effects from a series of major infrastructure projects launched in celebration of the 80th anniversary of National Day (September 2). In Việt Nam and several other Asian countries, the 'Ghost Month', the seventh lunar month, is believed to be a period of bad luck and inauspicious for buying major items such as cars and houses.