In 2024, Vietnam's rice exports set new records in both volume and value, solidifying the country's position as one of the world's top three rice exporters. Export volume reached an unprecedented 9 million tonnes, generating nearly 5.8 billion USD in revenue.
In 2024, Vietnam welcomed nearly 17.6 million international visitors, marking a 39.5% increase compared to the previous year. The figure is equivalent to 97.6% of the total in 2019, prior to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Vietnam continues to solidify its position as one of the world's leading exporters of agro-forestry-fishery products, achieving an export turnover of 62.4 billion USD in 2024, an 18.5% increase compared to 2023.
In 2024, the Ministry of Industry and Trade successfully achieved and exceeded all targets and tasks, delivering exceptional results across all areas.
In 2024, Vietnam's trade revenue reached 786.29 billion USD, a 15.4% increase compared to 2023. Of this, exports rose by 14.3%, and imports grew by 16.7%. The trade balance recorded a surplus of 24.77 billion USD.
The northern province of Quang Ninh is on a mission to cement its status as one of Vietnam's premier destinations for foreign direct investment (FDI), with a strategic focus on land clearance for industrial park infrastructure projects this year.
Bolt, an Estonian ride-hailing start-up, plans to enter Vietnam's market by launching a series of recruitment ads on social media.
A workshop themed US-Vietnam Getting to Net-Zero: Roadmap to Sustainable Industrial Development was held in Ho Chi Minh City on January 14 by the US Commercial Service in the city, in partnership with the International Financial Centre (IFC) and Saigon Tel.
By the end of 2024, the disbursed FDI capital in Vietnam is estimated to reach approximately 25.35 billion USD, up 9.4% compared to 2023, marking the highest disbursement level ever recorded. Total newly registered capital, additional capital adjustments, and foreign investors' capital contributions and share purchases are estimated at nearly 38.23 billion USD.
At the invitation of Lao Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh along with a high-ranking delegation of the Vietnamese Government, visit Laos and co-chair the 47th Meeting of the Vietnam-Laos Intergovernmental Committee on January 9-10, 2025.
The average Consumer Price Index (CPI) in 2024 increased by 3.63% compared to 2023, meeting the target set by the National Assembly.
Vietnam's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in 2024 is estimated to grow by 7.09% compared to 2023. This growth rate is second only to the figures recorded in 2018, 2019, and 2022 within the 2011-2024 period.
Dak Nong province has recently been re-certified as a UNESCO Global Geopark for the second time in 2024. The geopark preserves remarkable values of biodiversity, unique cultural heritage, geological significance, natural beauty, and traces of prehistoric human activity. It was first recognised as a UNESCO Global Geopark in July 2020.
The Politburo's resolution on advancing science, technology, innovation, and national digital transformation aims for sustainable development in these fields by 2045, positioning Vietnam as a high-income developed country.
According to the Politburo’s resolution on breakthroughs in science, technology, innovation, and national digital transformation, Vietnam has set ambitious targets for 2030. The country aims to achieve advanced capabilities in science, technology, and innovation across several key fields, ranking among the leading nations in the
upper-middle-income group.
To meet the increased travel demand during Lunar New Year 2025 (Year of the Snake), the railway sector is introducing additional train services and continuing to offer ticket discounts for passengers.
Booking.com, one of the world’s leading online travel platforms, has announced the top 10 domestic destinations most searched by Vietnamese travelers between January 24 and February 9, 2025 - coinciding with the Lunar New Year holiday (Year of the Snake).
Vietnam has earned a spot at number 19 in the "Top 100 World’s Best Cuisines" list for 2024, published by the renowned culinary platform TasteAtlas. The ranking is based on an average score of 4.34/5, evaluated by food experts, chefs, and international diners.
According to the Vietnam Textile and Apparel Association, Vietnam's textile and garment industry has fulfilled its 44-billion-USD export turnover target in 2024. The US remains the largest export market with an estimated export turnover of 16.71 billion USD, up 12.33% and accounting for 37.98% of the total turnover, followed by Japan, EU, the Republic of Korea, China, and ASEAN.
Despite challenges in market conditions, logistics, and processing raw materials, aquatic exports in 2024 still achieved an impressive milestone of 10 billion USD, according to the Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers.
According to the resolution on Hanoi's 2025 Socio-economic Development Plan, the city aims to achieve a GRDP growth rate of 6.5% or higher in 2025. The per capita GRDP is targeted to reach at least 172.4 million VND. Additionally, investment capital is expected to grow by at least 10.5%, export turnover by 5% or more, and the consumer price index will be kept below 4.5%. By the end of 2025, Hanoi also aims to eliminate poverty entirely.
As of December 2024, a total of 644 social housing projects have been launched across the country, with a planned scale of 580,109 units. Among these, 96 projects have been completed, delivering 57,652 units; 133 projects are currently under construction, accounting for 110,217 units; and 415 projects have received investment approval, with a planned scale of 412,240 units.
Hue, Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City are three Vietnamese destinations making it into the list of the 100 must-visit food cities in the world in 2024-2025 by food magazine TasteAtlas.
The Vietnam News Agency (VNA) has selected 10 stand-out international events in 2024.
As 2024 is nearing its end, the Vietnam News Agency has selected the top 10 events in the country in the year.
In the coming time, the population sector is tasked to further enhance population quality through measures, including pre-marriage checkup, newborn screening and prenatal diagnosis and treatment, and promoting gender equality.
According to the UK-based global travel data provider OAG, the Hanoi – Ho Chi Minh City route ranks 4th among the top 10 busiest domestic air routes worldwide in 2024, based on the number of seats sold.
Metro line 1 (Ben Thanh - Suoi Tien) is more than just an urban transit project; it represents Ho Chi Minh City's vision for growth, integration, and sustainable development. As a key milestone in the city's public transportation plan, it addresses the need for fast, efficient travel while helping to ease traffic congestion and reduce environmental pollution.
