Vietnam's Economy Surpasses Expectations in 2025

Vietnam's achievement of 8.02% GDP growth in 2025, exceeding international expectations, confirms its resilience and attractiveness as a crucial global manufacturing node. The four-wheel drive of manufacturing exports, foreign investment, consumption recovery, and infrastructure investment collectively supported this robust performance.

Looking ahead, Vietnam is expected to maintain Southeast Asia's leading growth rates, but must remain vigilant against global economic fluctuations, trade risks, and internal structural challenges. By persisting with reform and opening-up policies, strengthening infrastructure, and advancing industrial upgrading, Vietnam can potentially cross the middle-income trap and move toward high-income status during the 2026-2030 period.

For investors and enterprises, Vietnam remains one of Asia's most attractive investment destinations.

Report Publication Date: January 2026
Data Reporting Period: Full year 2025
Data Sources: Vietnam General Statistics Office (GSO), International Monetary Fund (IMF), World Bank, Asian Development Bank (ADB)