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Vietnam needs to diversify markets to boost exports: ADB Country Director

In the context of uncertain global economy, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) suggested Vietnam diversify its markets to boost exports in 2023 and beyond.

Global economic slowdown key risk to Vietnam’s growth outlook: AMRO

This year, AMRO expected Vietnam’s GDP growth to hit 6% in 2023, and then rebound to 7,1% in 2024.

Unlocking production, markets for VN businesses

The total import and export turnover in the first three months of 2023 was recorded at US$150 billion, significantly lower than the set target of over $200 billion, raising concerns among authorities and businesses.

ADB sets moderate 2023 growth outlook for Vietnam

Vietnam’s economy is expected to grow by 6.5 per cent this year and expand to 6.8 per cent in 2024, according to the Asian Development Bank (ADB).

ADB anticipates economic growth of 6.5% for Vietnam in 2023

The nation’s economic growth is forecast to decrease slightly at 6.5% this year before rising to 6.8% next year, according to the “Asian Development Outlook” report released by the Asian Development Bank (ADB) on April 4.

Vietnam told to stick to 6.5% GDP target amid mounting pressure

The Ministry of Planning and Investment (MPI) has developed two scenarios for the Vietnamese economy this year and suggested that the government keeps to the 6.5% GDP growth target despite mounting pressure from outside.

Vietnam’s Purchasing Managers' Index down in March: S&P Global

After having shown signs of recovery in the previous month, the Vietnamese manufacturing sector took a step back in March, according to S&P Global.

Private sector remains driving force for Vietnam's economy

Capital from the private sector also makes a great contribution to socio-economic development.

Vietnam plans to have 1.5 million businesses in 2025

The Government wants the private sector to be a main driver in the country’s development, with a target of establishing 1.5 million businesses by 2025.

Vietnam's economy to grow by 6.6% this year: OECD

Vietnam's economy will grow by 6.6% this year and at a similar rate in 2024, according to a report released on March 31 by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD).

Vietnamese and the ‘becoming old before getting rich’ fear

The long queues of people waiting for their turn to get lump sum benefits at social insurance agencies since 2021 reflects the situation of many laborers two years after the pandemic outbreak.

VN fears 'getting old before rich' as golden population period ends in 2039

Vietnam, which expects to have its 100 millionth citizen in April 2023, is now in the golden population period which extends from 2007 to 2039.

GDP growth of 3.32% in Q1 nears lowest level in 13 years

Vietnam’s gross domestic product (GDP) grew by 3.32% in the first quarter of the year, higher only than the growth rate of 3.21% recorded in the first quarter of 2020 in the 2011 to 2023 period, according to the General Statistics Office.

Top business stories of the week (March 20-25)

Vietnam’s rice export price is the highest in the world, and its farm produce has sought a way to enter the British market. Animal feed manufacturers have called for support.

Silicon Valley Bank collapse not to impact VN: VinaCapital

The Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) collapse by itself will end up being neutral for Viet Nam’s stock market and economy, Michael Kokalari, chief economist at investment fund VinaCapital, has said in a report.

How can the economy have a soft landing?

When Vietnam reopened after the Covid-19 pandemic more than a year ago, many people warned that Covid and its impact would be forgotten quickly. But the consequences are becoming increasingly apparent.

PM pledges to further support enterprises at Vietnam Business Forum 2023

The Vietnamese Government commits to creating all possible conditions for businesses to growth further, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh affirmed at the Vietnam Business Forum 2023 (VBF 2023) in Hanoi on March 19.

Vietnam’s trade with top 11 Asian markets is set to grow significantly

Vietnam’s trade with 11 other major Asian markets could rise significantly in value by 2030, according to an industry study released by UPS.

World Bank forecasts Vietnam’s 2023 growth at 6.3%

Vietnam’s economic growth is projected to ease to 6.3 percent in 2023 from a robust 8 percent last year, as services growth moderates and higher prices and interest rates weigh on households and investors, according to the World Bank's latest report.

Risk of being stuck in middle-income trap

Economists believe the period from now to 2045 is the optimal time when Vietnam can find important opportunities to develop the economy. If it cannot create "magic growth" during that time, it will not be able to escape the middle-income trap.