Economy

This section covers major macroeconomic developments in Vietnam, including economic growth, inflation, fiscal and monetary policy, labor market issues, and institutional reform, as reflected in domestic media and official sources.

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    Vietnam Industry and Trade News Bulletin for January 14, 2026

    A. POSITIVE INFORMATION Vietnam Joins “8% Club”, Rising as Asian Growth Champion Despite global trade tensions and tariff shocks, Vietnam’s economy recorded an impressive breakthrough in 2025. B. GENERAL ECONOMIC HIGHLIGHTS (FOR REFERENCE) International Media: Vietnam Entering a New Development Phase Global Economic Forecasts C. ENERGY Positive Policy Adjustments for Oil & Gas Sector Removing Barriers for Offshore Wind Power According to the Resolution on National Energy Development 2026-2030: LNG Power Hindered by “Old Mindset”…

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    Experts: Vietnam Poised for Double-Digit Growth in 2026

    The “New Normal” Unlocks Drivers for Vietnam’s Economic Growth On January 13, the FChoice 2025 Honoring Ceremony and the seminar “Double-Digit Economic Growth Drivers and Investment Opportunities in 2026” took place in Hanoi. Shifting Economic Development Mindset Speaking at the forum, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tran Dinh Thien, former President of the Vietnam Institute of Economics and member of the Prime Minister’s Policy Advisory Council, emphasized that in 2025, Vietnam’s economy witnessed very strong changes in…

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    Vietnam Footwear: Adapting to New Standards for Exports

    Vietnam Leather and Footwear: Adapting to New Standards, Creating Momentum for Export Breakthroughs Origin transparency is one of the crucial factors for Vietnam’s leather and footwear industry to continue “conquering” demanding markets and creating momentum for export breakthroughs in the coming time. Vietnam has currently participated in and signed 17 Free Trade Agreements (FTAs). Therefore, effectively utilizing FTAs is becoming a top concern for management agencies, localities, and the business community nationwide. This is especially…

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    Dr. To Hoai Nam: Resolution 79 Repositions State Economy Role

    Dr. To Hoai Nam: Resolution 79 Repositions the Role of the State Economy According to Dr. To Hoai Nam, General Secretary of the Vietnam Association of Small and Medium Enterprises, Resolution 79-NQ/TW has repositioned the role of the state economy within the new development structure. Resolution No. 79-NQ/TW, recently issued by the Politburo, opens up development space for the state economy. Sharing with Industry and Trade Newspaper, Dr. To Hoai Nam, Permanent Vice Chairman and…