(VOVWORLD) -Vietnam’s gross domestic product (GDP) in the first six months of this year grew 3.72%, near the 13-year low, said the General Statistics Office on Thursday.
 The General Statistics Office's press conference. (Photo: cand.com.vn) |
The agriculture, forestry and fishery sector posted a 3.07% growth rate, contributing 9.3% to the national growth; the service sector grew 6.33%, contributing 79%.
General Director of the Office Nguyen Thi Huong said that amid the global uncertainties, Vietnam's socio-economic performance in the first half of the year was positive with macroeconomic stability, major balances ensured, and inflation under control.
According to the General Statistics Office, domestic consumption stimulation and tourism promotion activities contributed to maintaining the service sector’s growth.