In recent years, most localities across the country have made a strong shift from a “management” mindset to one of “creation and service” for citizens and businesses. Efforts to reform institutions, simplify administrative procedures, accelerate digital transformation, and improve effectiveness of services for enterprises are becoming key drivers in attracting investment, promoting private-sector development and creating new growth opportunities for localities.

Amid an economic landscape marked by intertwined opportunities and challenges, the business community and citizens expect the new-term Government to continue acting in a strong, consistent and resolute manner to carry forward unfinished reforms.

Recent shocks stemming from geopolitical conflicts, volatile energy prices, and rising logistics costs have had an almost immediate impact on domestic production and business activities. This situation requires enterprises to maintain growth momentum while strengthening their adaptability and resilience.

Alongside Thailand, the Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Singapore, Viet Nam has sustained a strong growth trajectory. Entering 2026, the country’s economy is forecast to continue expanding at a robust pace, maintaining its position as one of the fastest-growing economies within the Southeast Asia-6 group.

Despite continued fluctuations in the global economy, remittance inflows to Ho Chi Minh City have maintained stable growth momentum, and are expected to reach 10.5 billion USD in 2025, the highest level on record.

The Civil Aviation Authority of Viet Nam (CAAV) has proactively directed, administered, and strengthened legal and regulatory frameworks while supporting airlines, thereby ensuring flight safety, market stability, and expanded international integration.

In the first half of 2025, numerous key projects, including expressways, airports, and ring roads, have seen accelerated progress, with some even completing ahead of schedule. Public investment is emerging as the main driver of economic growth amid ongoing challenges in various sectors.

The results of a recent Financial Times study showed that the world's top economies have been showing surprising resilience and the world could avoid a severe recession this year. However, the risks of inflation, conflict and debt are "burdens" on the world’s economic outlook.