Việt Nam has made efforts to build a strong domestic automobile industry with a view to becoming an exporter. However, the young industry faces many challenges, especially in implementing FTAs.
Last month, 25,700 vehicles were produced and assembled in Việt Nam, an increase of 4 per cent compared to the previous month (24,800 vehicles), marking a comeback from a sharp decline in sales experienced in the months before Tết.
The strategy should also aim to increase the market share of domestically produced automobile products gradually, with the intent to replace imported products.
Deputy Prime Le Van Thanh has asked the Ministry of Industry and Trade to study policies to promote the development of the domestic automobile industry, in line with the growing global trend towards electric cars.
The luxurious car market is expected to develop strongly this year, despite the automobile industry facing challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic, causing automakers to suspend or reduce production.
Developing supporting industries to increase the use of locally produced parts is an urgent requirement if Viet Nam''s automobile industry is to be developed, and this will also help grow other industries.
Developing supporting industries to increase the use of locally produced parts is an urgent requirement if Viet Nam''s automobile industry is to be developed, and this will also help grow other industries.
Viet Nam needs to issue special policies for the automobile industry to catch up with other countries in the ASEAN region, said experts at a conference held in Ha Noi on Tuesday.
The Ministry of Finance plans to eliminate the import tax for auto materials and parts in order to support the development of the country’s automobile industry.