Vietnam is a fast growing country with a GDP growth rate of 6-6.2% and a population of 90.5 million people. It has a strong agriculture sector and is the world's top exporter of products like pepper and rice. It also has a growing manufacturing industry, especially in footwear, garments and electronics. Vietnam has pursued many free trade agreements to boost its economy and exports, including recent agreements with the EU and South Korea. Key industries also include minerals, automobiles with growing local content, food imports, and construction materials with opportunities for import and export.