(VOVWORLD) - The growth of the private economy is one of the clearest indicators of a profound change in Vietnam’s economic thinking over more than four decades of reform. Once regarded merely as a “supplementary” sector, the private economy has now been recognized as a key driver of national growth and competitiveness. This thinking is reaffirmed in the draft resolution of the 14th National Party Congress, which identifies the private sector as a most important driver of the national economy.

(VOVWORLD) -As global trade shifts rapidly to digital environments, cross-border e-commerce has emerged as a vital engine shaping the future of Vietnam’s economy. Vietnam is steadily demonstrating its determination to build a sustainable export model based on technology, international standards, and long-term value.

(VOVWORLD) -Ho Chi Minh City continues to affirm its position as the nation’s economic locomotive, thanks to its substantial contribution to national GDP and its ability to lead development trends and generate strong spillover effects nationwide. Building on last year’s achievements, the city enters 2026 with higher expectations and more ambitious targets, aiming to accelerate growth while ensuring sustainability.

(VOVWORLD) - 2025 is seen as a “breakthrough year” for Vietnam’s infrastructure, marked by the inauguration of numerous major works and the accelerated rollout of strategic projects. Infrastructure has become the “signature identity” of a Vietnam moving faster and more confidently on its development path.

(VOVWORLD) - Quang Ninh province has set a target of becoming a globally connected tourism center by 2030 and making tourism the spearhead of its economy. To its natural attractions and heritages the province is adding a profusion of innovative tourism products to transform itself into a premier destination for travelers.

(VOVWORLD) - Strategic partnerships between international corporations and educational institutions are transforming Vietnam’s workforce. By aligning vocational training with global standards, these collaborations provide students with elite professional skills and the opportunity to build international careers within their own community, easing urban migration. This collaboration is vital for developing a high-quality workforce capable of driving the service economy. Joining us on Business this week is David Cumming, Regional General Manager for Vietnam, Cambodia, and Myanmar at The Ascott Limited, a well-known provider of serviced residences, to discuss how industry-academic collaboration in human resource training can contribute to boost Vietnam’s tourism.

(VOVWORLD) - Chieng An ward in Son La province is emerging as a major hub for high-quality Arabica coffee cultivation. Coffee groves spread across hillsides have opened a new path to prosperity, helping many farming households in Chieng An escape poverty and become well-off. In 2025, Chieng An introduced high-yield Arabica varieties, modern farming techniques, and cooperative economic models.

(VOVWORLD) -With traditional agriculture facing mounting challenges, many households in Hung Yen province are turning to high-tech farming and green, circular production models in both livestock and crop cultivation. These innovative approaches are delivering economic and environmental gains, creating breakthroughs for local agricultural development.

(VOVWORLD) -Hung Yen province is strongly transforming, evolving from its traditional role as an industrial center of the Red River Delta into a multi-modal logistics hub—a crucial link in the northern region's transportation and trade network.

(VOVWORLD) - The lives of ethnic minority communities in Quang Tri province have improved significantly in recent years. It’s attributed to the program “Supporting the establishment of two-way trade models to promote the consumption of products from ethnic minority and mountain areas while supplying essential goods locally.”