(VOVWORLD) - In the first 4 months of this year, Vietnam earned more than 43 billion USD from exports, up 13% from last year. Vietnam will likely have major opportunities to increase its export revenue when free trade agreements it has signed come into force. But in addition to opportunities, restructuring will be needed to sustainably increase export values.

(VOVworld) – Land concentration toward large-scale commodity production is one of the main objectives of Vietnam’s agriculture restructuring. Farm land expansion in the Mekong Delta region has benefitted those involved in large-scale production models.

(VOVworld) - Dong Nai province has set a target of attracting at least 1 billion USD in foreign direct investment annually. The figure is relatively modest because Dong Nai, though one of Vietnam’s top FDI destinations, is attracting FDI in a selective manner.

(VOVworld) – Vietnam's agricultural sector has been restructured in recently to ensure growth. Top priority has been given to creating link chains and increasing product value in addition to dealing with challenges caused by climate change and fierce competition in the international market.

(VOVworld) - 2017 is considered a key to implementing Vietnam’s socio-economic development plan until 2020. To realize the GDP growth of 6.7% set by the National Assembly will require stronger measures.

(VOVworld) – Farmers in the Mekong Delta Region are welcoming the news that the rice production model pursuant to the Sustainable Rice Platform (SRP) standards will be continued. The model was initiated by the Loc Troi Group, a leading provider of agricultural services and products in Vietnam, the World Bank’s IFC, the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI), and the International Sustainable Rice Forum. The program has been piloted for two crops, and has boosted local farmers’ incomes.

(VOVworld) - Logistics services play an important role in connecting transportation and socio-economic development. Logistics in Vietnam is gradually improving, helping domestic exporters and importers cut costs and increase their competitiveness against foreign rivals.

(VOVworld) – Vietnam gained a record 15.8 billion USD in foreign investment in 2016 thanks to its improved investment and business environment. This year, Vietnam expects to continue to be an attractive destination for foreign investors due to new opportunities from international economic integration and government incentives.

(VOVworld) - The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development is outlining a plan to develop Vietnam’s shrimp industry towards an export revenue of 10 billion USD by 2025.

(VOVworld) – A model encouraging farmers to contribute land to help businesses expand production has proven a success in attracting investment in smart agriculture. Ha Nam, an agricultural province in the northern delta, has taken the lead in this field.