Hanoi: The nation’s maritime and inland waterway transport sectors have continued to demonstrate robust growth during the first four months of 2025, signaling a steady recovery in trade and logistics activities after a period of economic uncertainty. According to Vietnam Maritime and Waterway Administration (VIMAWA), under the Ministry of Construction, total cargo via ports reached 370.5 million tonnes, up 11% compared to the same period last year. Container cargo played a pivotal role in this upward trend, with an output of 10.52 million TEUs, an 11% year-on-year increase. Both imports and exports posted impressive gains, each growing by 14% to 3.29 million TEUs and 3.4 million TEUs, respectively. Domestic container cargo also rose by 6% to 3.82 million TEUs.

According to Vietnam News Agency, the growth in maritime transport highlights a positive trajectory for the country’s economy as it recovers from previous challenges. This upward trend in cargo handling underscores the resilience of Vietnam’s trade and logistics sectors, with container cargo continuing to contribute significantly to the overall increase. The rise in both imports and exports indicates a balanced growth in the trade sector, reflecting the country’s strengthening economic activities on a global scale.