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Breaking Vietnam’s institutional curse: A call for bold reform

With trillions in projects stalled, institutional reform emerges as Vietnam’s most urgent national task.

No more “stepchild” status: Private sector gets long-awaited boost

Experts believe that Resolution 68 introduces breakthrough policies to support the rapid, safe, and healthy development of the private sector while restoring confidence and motivation for private enterprises.

Resolution 68 signals deep trust in Vietnam’s private sector

According to National Assembly deputy Phan Duc Hieu, successful implementation of Resolution 68 could mark the third major breakthrough in the history of Vietnam’s private sector development.

Local firms want equal opportunities as FDI businesses

Vietnamese enterprises call for equal policy support to unleash their full economic potential.

Private economy: from removing barriers to unleashing potential

Resolution 68 is expected to help dismantle constraints on both the institutional regime and the prevalent mindset, creating a new environment for private enterprises to thrive.

Vietnam’s $235 billion bottleneck: The true cost of investment approvals

Although the 2013 Constitution guarantees the right to free enterprise, the investment approval process stipulated in the Investment Law continues to obstruct this constitutional freedom.

Land access crisis keeps Vietnamese businesses stuck in limbo

From factories halted to licenses denied, small businesses face land access barriers across Vietnam.

Banks lead profits in Vietnam, tech dominates in the US

While American tech giants lead the world in profits, Vietnam’s banking sector is the top earner.

Vietnam targets global top 50 in science and tech competitiveness

Vietnam’s digital economy and innovation agenda gets a strategic boost through Resolution 57.

Vietnam eyes 8% growth in 2025 through strategic reforms

Vietnam’s economy continued to show resilience and dynamism in the first four months of 2025, maintaining its position among the world’s fastest-growing economies, despite heightened global uncertainties.

A new driving force for economic development

VietNamNet is honored to present the article "A new driving force for economic development" by General Secretary To Lam.

Investment approval rules must go, says economist Nguyen Dinh Cung

Vietnam’s investment environment must improve by eliminating outdated administrative barriers.

Vietnam’s private sector set to soar as Resolution 68 removes barriers

Resolution 68 aims to unshackle Vietnam’s private sector, recognizing it as a vital economic engine.

Vietnam's CPI inches up 0.07% in April

In April, prices rose in eight out of 11 groups of main consumer goods and services, two groups saw price declines, and one remained unchanged.

Public spending is key to Vietnam’s 2025 growth amid U.S. tariff risks

Experts argue urgent government investment is needed to meet the country’s 8% GDP target.

Vietnam’s growth potential lies in private sector and smart state support

With a population of 100 million and a wealth of talent, Vietnam must leverage its human capital to enter leapfrogging sectors and accelerate its ascent on the global economic map.

Vietnam can break through the middle-income ceiling by 2045

During his presentation at the academic forum “Prosperous Vietnam in the New Era”, held by Vietnam National University on April 15, Professor Lin Yifu delivered both a sobering message and an encouraging outlook for Vietnam.

Vietnam to become second-largest economy in Southeast Asia by 2036: CEBR

Between 2021 and 2036, CEBR forecasts that the position of Vietnam in the World Economic League Table will improve considerably, with its ranking rising from 41st to 20th by 2036.

Vietnam’s GDP up 246 times, income 17 times higher after 30 years

From one of the world’s poorest countries, Vietnam has transformed into a rising economy with GDP up 246 times and income up 17 times in three decades.

Province with longest coastline to become 'clean energy hub’ after merger

A new province, created from the merger of Khanh Hoa and Ninh Thuan provinces, is expected to focus on high-tech industries and premium coastal tourism, and become a hub for national renewable energy.