Vietnam's GDP growth has shown signs of slowing down, with the growth rate of 7%/year not achieved for many years now. Vietnam faces the risk of falling into the middle-income trap.

The 4th Vietnam Economic Forum has affirmed the correct and effective policy of the Party and State on pursuing Doi Moi, building an independent, self-reliant economy in combination with proactive and active international integration.

The stock market of Vietnam fell for six consecutive weeks with a drop of over 20%. Liquidity also fell sharply, causing concern.

The world is witnessing the highest inflation in decades. Many economies around the world face a risk of recession.

The world today is being affected constantly by the ripple effects of global problems and occurrences such as the ongoing US-China trade war, the recent lengthy Covid-19 pandemic, and now the current fierce Russia-Ukraine conflict.

The S&P Global Ratings on May 26 raised its long-term sovereign credit rating on Vietnam to “BB+” with a “stable” outlook on the back of strong economic recovery, according to the Ministry of Finance.

The targets set for 2022, including the growth target of 6-6.5 percent, remain a huge challenge given the domestic and international situation, Deputy Prime Minister Le Van Thanh said at the third session of the 15th National Assembly in Hanoi.

The question for Vietnam is how to become a high-income economy while increasing productivity and protecting its resources.

The risk of high inflation and the rising price of assets have been put forward at a seminar to discuss how to support and revive the economy in the new normal, after the great impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Vietnam is anticipated to enjoy the highest trade and income gains among members of Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP), according to a latest World Bank report.

State-owned enterprises (SOEs) have not been able to fulfill their leading and motivating role in the economy and lack a strategic vision to develop and participate in global value chains.

The overlapping and inconsistency of legal documents continues to make things difficult for businesses. 

Tran Kinh Doanh has resigned from his post on the board of directors of Mobile World (MWG), a major retailer.

“Flow of business law in 2021”, a report of the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry, shows that hundreds of circulars that guide the implementation of laws are issued each year. The quality and transparency of the documents are in question.

Thailand's "golden population" period is expected to end in 2025. The country is likely to become the first in Southeast Asia to have an aging population before it becomes prosperous. This is a warning for Vietnam.

The tax payment extension, which is not expected to reduce state budget revenue, will help enterprises have capital for production and business.

Manufacturers whose products are meant for domestic use and export are struggling to find a way out amid the “storm” across materials and logistics prices after fuel prices reached new highs.

The UK-Vietnam free trade agreement (UKVFTA), effective on May 1, 2021, is expected to help not only boost trade but also promote investment between Vietnam and the UK.

Analysts doubt the feasibility of the new decision by the Phu Quoc Tour Guide Association about collecting tips because most tourists want inexpensive tours and travel firms are competing with each other by slashing service fees.

The Covid-19 pandemic has caused businesses to realize the importance of adaptation, technology and renovation.