In Q1/2021, gross domestic product growth of 4.5% was positive in the context of the global pandemic. Manufacturing was the main driver, up 9.5% YoY, especially in electronics, mobile phones, and accessories. The first quarter saw trade recovering with estimated revenue of US$153 billion, up 24% YoY, to provide trade surplus of over $2 billion. The USA, China, and EU continue to be the leading export markets.  First quarter committed FDI inceased 18.5% YoY, while disbursed FDI was up 6.5%YoY. Tourism struggles continue with just 48,000 arrivals, down 99% YoY.