Vietnam is in the sights of many foreign manufacturers keen to move production away from China as US tariffs begin to rise.

 VietNamNet Bridge – The recovery of foreign direct investment will continue playing a critical role in bolstering Vietnam’s economic growth in 2014.

Japan committed US$2 billion ODA to Vietnam; Fishery sector aims for stronger capacity; Consumers encouraged to buy local products; Central coast focuses on tourism development

Banks find it hard to lend; Real estate firms owe huge tax arrears; Ministry proposes upgrade to railway system; Advertising revenues rise despite economic slump; More retailers have developed own product lines

 Seafood exports down in Q1; Wood processing plant built in Nghe An; Haiti media hails Viettel’s contributions; Japan’s Aeon expands operation in Vietnam; High expectations for FDI attraction

Vietnam becomes biggest foreign investor in Laos; Shops and cafes exploit Tet to cash in; Vietnam prepares to raise sovereign credit rating; Vietnamese coffee firm readies for international competition