Amid continued volatility in the global economy, 2026 has been identified as a pivotal year for Vietnam to reposition its strategy for attracting foreign direct investment (FDI). FDI in 2026 will focus on high-quality capital flows with strong technology content, high value added, and broad spillover effects.
Vietnam has entered a phase in which the digital economy is not only a strategic objective but also a key factor in resilience and expansion amid global volatility. The question, however, is how the digital economy can truly scale up in 2026, with greater depth and stronger sustainability.
The world is moving toward a new multipolar era with opportunities and challenges intertwined. The global economy has again shown resilience beyond expectations despite instability and geopolitical shifts.
The paper and pulp industry plays an indispensable role in the global economy, meeting demand from packaging and printing to everyday consumer products.
As the wood industry has faced strict technical barriers from international markets, the spirit of self-reliance has become the guideline for survival and growth.
Economic diplomacy holds special importance, helping to lead the way and open new paths, attract resources, create opportunities, and expand development space to drive Vietnam toward fast and sustainable growth in the new era.
Amid a global economic environment marked by continued uncertainty, Vietnam is entering a new growth cycle built on macroeconomic stability, institutional reform, and advancing transformation drivers.
Vietnam’s 8.02% economic growth in 2025 stood out amid ongoing global economic fluctuations, particularly trade tensions and U.S. reciprocal tariff policies. This rate was the highest in the ASEAN region and among the leading growth rates worldwide.
January 26, 2026, the German Business Association in Vietnam (GBA) successfully held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) 2026, welcoming more than 130 members and distinguished guests from the German business community in Vietnam.
As traditional advantages such as natural resources and low-cost labor gradually diminish, Vietnamese enterprises are facing the need to reposition their growth models.
High-tech industries and innovation have become key factors shaping a nation’s competitiveness and global standing. For Vietnam, transitioning to a growth model driven by science, technology, and innovation is not only necessary but has also been explicitly outlined in the Party and government’s major strategies and directives.
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