Throughout the JanuaryApril period, the domestic economic sector suffered a trade deficit of US$8.04 billion, while the foreign-invested sector enjoyed a surplus of US$14.39 billion.
The four-month import-export turnover was estimated at US$210.78 billion, with the United States remaining the country's largest export market while China was Vietnam's largest supplier of goods.
In order to maintain growth, the Ministry of Industry and Trade stated that relevant agencies and localities must support businesses in accessing market information, taking full advantage of free trade agreement commitments, and finding new markets to boost exports.
