Vietnam – not just a manufacturing hub

Vietnam – not just a manufacturing hub

Strong economic growth in Vietnam will help open up opportunities in a variety of sectors outside of manufacturing over the coming years, although the business environment remains challenging. Structural factors, including rapidly rising incomes, major urbanisation and an ageing population, will underpin expansion in three sectors in particular – construction, electricity transmission and distribution, and health care. 

Djibouti: Logistics a bright spot in wider industrialisation plans

Djibouti: Logistics a bright spot in wider industrialisation plans

Djibouti’s logistics sector will grow rapidly in the coming years, establishing the country as a major conduit for East Africa trade. Chinese firms will be instrumental in providing the necessary capital and expertise. Realising the wider economic aims of the 2035...