Many large corporations have reported satisfactory business results for 2024, including gold traders, retailers, realtors and financiers.

With ambitious economic goals, the government is focusing on public investment, exports, and institutional reforms while navigating global uncertainties.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has instructed government task forces to work closely with provincial and municipal leaders to boost public investment, trade, and economic development, ensuring the 2025 growth target of at least 8% is met.

Vietnam is aiming for a higher-than-expected GDP growth rate in 2025, but concerns remain about economic risks. Policymakers emphasize the need for effective resource mobilization and risk control mechanisms.

Growth is expected to moderate from 7.5 per cent year-on-year in H1 to 6.1 per cent in H2, driven by increased business activity and sustained foreign investment.

Exporters were advised to make full use of FTAs, tap into niche markets, and seize new opportunities to overcome challenges in an increasingly unpredictable global trade landscape.

The government has proposed increasing Vietnam’s GDP growth target for 2025 to at least 8%, surpassing the previously approved range of 6.5-7%, in an effort to accelerate economic development.

Vietnam’s economic system still faces institutional bottlenecks that limit private investment and productivity. Dr. Nguyen Dinh Cung argues that it’s time to break free from restrictive regulations and adopt a bolder approach to reform.

The Vietnamese economy is forecast to expand 6.7% in 2025, according to Standard Chartered.

Vietnam’s steady climb in international rankings highlights its economic strength, governance improvements, and expanding diplomatic influence. As the country enters 2025, it remains committed to accelerating growth and enhancing its global presence.

The government’s new directive requires major economic hubs to achieve rapid growth, with Bac Giang, Hai Phong, and Quang Ninh among those expected to exceed 12% GRDP in 2025.

Vietnam is targeting an 8% GDP growth rate in 2025 and double-digit expansion from 2026, but officials warn this will require extraordinary efforts.

In a significant move to support businesses during challenging times, the Vietnamese government has extended and enhanced various tax relief programmes for 2025, with reductions and deferral measures aimed at stimulating economic growth.

As Vietnam enters a new era of development, the nation must harness its internal strength while remaining attuned to global trends. By integrating national power with the power of the era, the country can achieve breakthrough and sustainable growth.

With ambitious economic goals and structural reforms, Vietnam is set to accelerate growth and break free from the middle-income trap.

With a commitment to digital transformation across government, economy, and society, Vietnam is laying the foundation for sustainable growth and technological advancement in the digital era.

As 2025 begins, Vietnam steps into a transformative era of growth and prosperity. With a thriving economy and ambitious development projects, the nation is poised for unprecedented progress.

Experts highlight key strategies to boost exports and enhance Vietnam’s competitiveness in the region.

The dawn of the AI era marks a turning point for Vietnam, as the nation embraces new opportunities to accelerate technological advancements and economic growth.

As the world accelerates toward artificial intelligence and automation, the semiconductor industry has become a battleground for global powers. What is Vietnam doing to secure its place in this high-stakes race?