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Vietnam’s Rise: Perspectives from International Media and Observers

Numerous articles and reports from international media outlets and forums suggest that Vietnam is entering a new era, characterized by visionary and structural reforms that lay the foundation for sustainable growth.

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14 January, 2026

Vietnam’s economy in 2025 has achieved remarkably positive results. (Photo: Hoàng Hiếu/TTXVN)

Under the leadership of the Party and the Government, Vietnam’s economy is entering a new phase of development, marked by significant breakthroughs and an increasingly prominent position as a “rising star” in the region and globally.

Recent articles and reports from international media outlets and economic forums highlight that Vietnam is transitioning into a new era, characterized by long-term vision and structural reforms that lay the foundation for sustainable growth in the medium and long term.

According to assessments by The Economist and Business Times, Vietnam is among the fastest-growing economies in Asia in 2025.

Analyses of the 8.02% economic growth rate reflect the remarkable resilience of Vietnam’s economy, despite a slowdown in global trade and heightened geopolitical tensions.

A notable highlight for international media is the positive performance of the financial market. The Economist reports that Vietnam’s stock market grew by approximately 37% in USD terms in 2025, indicating increased confidence from foreign investors.

Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính visits the green transition product exhibition at the Vietnam Economic Forum 2025, Prospects for 2026. (Photo: Dương Giang/TTXVN)

In October 2025, FTSE Russell upgraded Vietnam to a secondary emerging market, a move expected to attract new capital flows from international investment funds, further enhancing Vietnam’s position on the global financial map.

According to the Bangkok Post, Vietnam remains a prominent destination for foreign direct investment (FDI) due to its stable political environment, young labor force, and extensive trade integration network.

The newspaper cites data showing that in 2024, Vietnam attracted approximately USD 38 billion in FDI, a high figure in the region. In 2025, FDI inflows continued to surpass the previous year, reaching an estimated USD 38.42 billion (according to data from the General Statistics Office as of December 2025).

Notably, realized FDI reached USD 27.62 billion, the highest in five years, reflecting the resilience of the manufacturing and export sectors and the growing role of FDI in economic growth and international integration.

International observers also emphasize Vietnam’s advantage in implementing 17 Free Trade Agreements (FTAs), providing businesses with access to vast markets both domestically and internationally.

According to the Bangkok Post, this factor positions Vietnam favorably as global supply chains restructure and multinational corporations seek stable production destinations with global market connectivity.

The East Asia Forum notes that Vietnam’s growth is closely tied to consistent reform policies under the leadership of the Party and the Government’s administration.

A recent article on the forum’s website highlights several key resolutions by the Politburo in 2024-2025, including Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW dated December 22, 2024, on breakthroughs in science, technology, innovation, and national digital transformation; Resolution No. 59-NQ/TW dated January 24, 2025, on “International Integration in the New Situation”; Resolution No. 66-NQ/TW on innovating legal development and enforcement to meet the country’s development needs in the new era; and Resolution No. 68-NQ/TW dated May 4, 2025, on private economic development.

The East Asia Forum assesses that identifying the private sector as a key economic driver has sent a positive signal to the business community and international investors.

Simultaneously, administrative reforms and streamlining of the apparatus are viewed by foreign media as steps to enhance governance efficiency, improve the business environment, and reduce costs for enterprises.

The Long Thanh International Airport terminal is completed and ready to welcome its first official flight. (Photo: Sỹ Tuyên/TTXVN)

Business Times suggests that Vietnam is entering a phase of robust infrastructure investment, seen as a “lever” for long-term growth. Accelerating key projects such as the North-South Expressway, Long Thanh International Airport, and major logistics centers is expected to improve connectivity and enhance the economy’s competitiveness.

Additionally, international articles highlight Vietnam’s shift from a low-cost production model to attracting investment in semiconductors, artificial intelligence (AI), data centers, and renewable energy.

According to insights from investors cited by Business Times, Vietnam is increasingly distinguishing between projects that leverage short-term cost advantages and those that build long-term capabilities for the economy.

The East Asia Forum emphasizes that the strategy of expanding partnerships with multiple countries and maintaining a balanced foreign policy has contributed to creating a peaceful environment for Vietnam, a stability considered essential for economic development.

The forum concludes that, amidst global uncertainties, Vietnam is emerging as an economy with a clear direction, supported by consistent institutional reforms and development policies.

Positive assessments from international media and observers indicate that Vietnam is on the cusp of a new development phase, with numerous opportunities to elevate its regional and global standing.

Diệu Linh

– 10:04 14/01/2026