rising raw material costs and supply chain disruptions in many other parts of Asia

Businesses have since started to reopen but vaccination rates remain significantly lower compared with other countries. Current factory operation rules in Vietnam remain strict and very complicated, which could hinder employees’ability to return to work. Several factors weigh against expectations for a fast resumption in production activities. These include the likely persistence of labor shortages, rising raw material costs and supply chain disruptions in many other parts of Asia.