economy

Vietnam entering a new growth phase in 2026

January 28, 2026 | 10:02

The 2026–2030 development plan opens an ambitious reform cycle, with strong public investment and a 10 per cent GDP growth target.

Three key dynamics supporting Vietnam’s GDP growth in 2026

January 20, 2026 | 16:34

A VinaCapital report has described the three key dynamics to drive 2026 GDP growth.

Vietnam’s regional influence draws renewed global attention

January 12, 2026 | 13:59

International experts say Vietnam is increasingly shaping regional investment, supply chains, and trade, with potential to reach $1 trillion by 2030.

Vietnam’s GDP forecast to grow by 9 per cent in 2026

December 29, 2025 | 08:29

Vietnam's real GDP is forecast to grow by 9 per cent in 2026, underpinned by an ambitious government agenda.

OECD projects moderation in Vietnam’s GDP growth over next two years

December 03, 2025 | 15:22

OECD forecasts Vietnam’s economic growth will moderate after strong expansion in 2025, supported by consumption, investment and exports.

Red River Delta urged to strengthen leadership and accelerate growth

September 22, 2025 | 18:53

PM Chinh has called on the Red River Delta to boost economic, social, and strategic development following administrative reforms.

Ho Chi Minh City taps digital economy to power post-merger growth

August 13, 2025 | 12:49

Ho Chi Minh City has entered a new growth phase driven by high productivity and advanced technology, with the digital economy as a key driver.

Economy can surge through more targeted reforms

July 15, 2025 | 09:56

Alvaro Pereira, chief economist of the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development, spoke with VIR’s Hazy Tran about unlocking the potential of Vietnam’s economy by empowering the private sector through a level playing field, broader market acce

Uncertain economy weighs on sentiment

June 26, 2025 | 08:00

Foreign direct investment into Vietnam has been robust so far this year, but the cloudy global economy equals an uncertain second half.

Hong Kong ranks third globally in economic competitiveness

June 20, 2025 | 11:00

Hong Kong climbs to No.3 in the world’s most competitive economies, driven by innovation, infrastructure, and global connectivity.

Economy in strong stead for more gains

April 30, 2025 | 09:00

Over the past half a century, the Vietnamese economy has ridden out difficulties to grow from a war-torn nation to one attractive to foreign traders, with positive assessments from high-profile international organisations.

Australia Urged to Address Systemic Weaknesses in Governance and Economy

April 26, 2025 | 10:19

A new Democracy News Alliance report calls for bold reforms to fix cracks in the country’s political and social systems.

How economy is transformed by ESG and AI agents

April 22, 2025 | 14:27

Globally, trends in AI as well as environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria have had a strong impact on economic activities, changing the way businesses operate, bringing new business models and growth. Like other emerging markets, these two inevitable trends have crept into the Vietnamese economy in recent years.

Private sector is driving force for advances across economy

April 17, 2025 | 09:11

Thanks to open-door policies crafted from the 1980s and beyond, rapid development of legal infrastructure, recognition of the value of foreign direct investment, and the importance of a strong private sector, Vietnam has made tremendous progress to a point where, this year, Vietnam’s average per capita income should reach $5,000, total foreign trade could be well over $850 billion, and there is a poverty rate below 5 per cent.