Binh Duong exports earn $2.94b

The southern province of Binh Duong recorded nearly US$2.94 billion in export revenue in the first two months of 2015, an annual increase of 14 per cent.

According to the municipal Statistics Department, the foreign-invested sector contributed $2.38 billion to the sum, a 15.1 per cent increase over 2014.

Major exports reflecting significant growth include woodwork products, apparel, footwear, phones and electronic devices.

During the same period, the province imported commodities valued at $2.52 billion, a 14.7 per cent annual increase. It saw $415 million in trade surplus.

Also in January and February, Binh Duong attracted nearly $180 million in foreign direct investment (FDI). This year, the province aims for $1 billion in FDI.

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