Vietnam among top three ASEAN countries in terms of industrial competitiveness
The industrial sector's share of GDP could be over 40 percent, with the manufacturing and processing industry alone accounting for around 30 percent of the country's GDP.
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Vietnamese artist carves out timeless legacy in watches
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China to sustain efforts to reinvigorate consumer spending, drive domestic demand
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Debate heats up in Singapore over driving age limit after recent accidents involving elderly drivers
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Housing prices far higher than what most Bangkokians can afford
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Ishiba cabinet tries to balance PM’s ideas with reality in 1st month
The coalition government of the Liberal Democratic Party and Komeito became minority ruling parties following their crushing defeat in the Lower House election.