African exports jump by up to 36% in seven months

Thursday, Aug 29, 2013 11:07

Viet Nam's exports to some African countries increase dramatically over the past seven months. Photo saigondautu.com.vn

HA NOI — Viet Nam's exports to some large African countries experienced remarkable increases over the past seven months, according to the General Department of Viet Nam Customs.

During the period, the country's exports to South Africa had seen their strongest rise, up 36 per cent against the same time last year to US$409.8 million with mobile phones and components, footwear, rice and garments being the leading staples.

Export earnings from the Ivory Coast, Ghana, Algeria and Angola have also risen significantly, surging 30 per cent to $142 million, 17 per cent to $133.3 million, 15 per cent to $101.3 million and 9 per cent to $78.3 million, respectively. — VNS

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