VinaCapital expects Vietnam will achieve 6.5% GDP growth in 2025, with growth drivers shifting more toward domestic factors.

VN agro-forestry-aquatic product exports are projected to surpass $62 billion in 2024, with a record trade surplus of $18.6 billion, marking a new milestone for the sector. This promising achievement signals potential for stronger growth in 2025.

A prolonged low birth rate is forecast to directly impact the size and structure of the population, leading to consequences suchas labourer shortages, rapid population aging, and population decline.

The following is the second part of the interview given to VietNamNet by Dr Dinh Duy Hoa, former director of the Department of Administrative Reform, about apparatus streamlining.

The average bonus for the upcoming Tet (Lunar New Year) in Ho Chi Minh City is 12.7 million VND (nearly 500 USD) per person, up 3.3% from the previous year, the municipal Department of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs reported.

The Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT) has set a target for total electricity production and imports to reach 347.5 billion kWh in 2025, marking a 12.2% increase compared to 2024.

Ornamental pomelo trees from Hung Yen, some over a century old, have become prized Tet (Lunar New Year) decorations, with one tree valued at 800 million VND ($33,600).

Vietnam's retail e-commerce market is estimated to surpass 25 billion USD in 2024, marking a 20% increase compared to the previous year, according to the Ministry of Industry and Trade.

The corporate bond market continued its robust recovery with an average transaction value of 11.54 trillion VND (453.5 million USD) per session, up 77% compared to the previous year.

Da Nang city will host the City Partnership Forum-Da Nang 2025, Meet Da Nang 2025, from January 16 to 18

VN's garment and textiles export is projected to hit nearly $44 billion in 2024, positioning the country as the world’s second biggest exporter, only behind India, said General Director of the Vietnam National Textile and Garment Group Cao Huu Hieu.

On his 19th birthday, Le Van Phuc chose to register as an organ donor, giving himself and others the gift of hope and life.

Nguyen Van Nen, Party Secretary of Ho Chi Minh City, has been assigned to lead the development of a regional and international financial center, aiming to position the city as a global economic hub.

Hanoi’s master plan for 2045–2065 includes the creation of three cities within its administrative boundaries, focusing on balanced development, sustainability, and innovation.

Vietnam’s cultural industries achieved positive outcomes in 2024, paving the way for enhanced public access and international collaboration in 2025.

The S&P Global Vietnam Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) dipped below the 50.0 no-change mark for the first time in three months during December 2024, to be at 49.8 from 50.8 in November.

Deputy Prime Minister Le Thanh Long has recently signed a decision recognising an additional 33 artifacts as national treasures.

The Vietnamese government has unveiled a bold vision for Ho Chi Minh City, targeting economic and social advancements that will establish the city as a global powerhouse by 2050.

Vietnam has the potential to become a manufacturing hub in the region this year, especially in fields involving technology, as global companies have expressed interest in expanding operations in the country.

International outlets have heaped praise on Xuan Son’s standout performance, which helped Vietnam secure a 2-1 victory over Thailand in the first leg of the 2024 ASEAN Cup (AFF Cup) final, bringing them closer to their third championship.

The Vietnamese government has unveiled ambitious education goals, including integrating entrepreneurship, fostering STEM education, and making English a second language in schools.

Thai media acknowledged that their national team, the "War Elephants," fell to Vietnam in the first leg of the 2024 ASEAN Cup final due to the exceptional performance of Xuan Son.

On December 31, 2024, Deputy Prime Minister Le Thanh Long approved the designation of 33 National Treasures, including four exceptional items from Quang Nam.

The National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting warns that mid-January could bring prolonged severe cold spells to northern Vietnam, with frost likely in high-altitude areas.

Vietnam has identified 13-14 potential sites for nuclear power plants, but the success of these projects hinges on building a skilled workforce of thousands, according to Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hong Dien.