Viet Nam has been highly regarded by the international community for its achievements in meeting health-related development goals. Many indicators of essential health service coverage are higher than the regional average, and several health indicators outperform those of countries at a similar level of development.

In 2025, the health sector has continued to receive significant attention from the Party and state through the issuance of resolutions, laws, and decrees, helping to shape a strategy towards a healthy Viet Nam.