Lawmakers examine path to double-digit growth

02/11/2026
02:42

National Assembly deputies on 31 October wrapped up two days of discussions on Viet Nam’s socio-economic performance, the government's budget, and public investment, with the target of at least 10% economic growth at the centre of it all. But as Viet Nam pursues double-digit growth, lawmakers are asking what it will take to get there, and how the benefits will reach businesses and ordinary people.

National Assembly debates measures to attract quality FDI

National Assembly debates measures to attract quality FDI

Politics 01:43

National Assembly deputies are discussing proposed amendments to the Law on Investment, aiming to ease market access for foreign investors and attract higher-quality FDI. The changes also seek to strengthen support for high-tech manufacturing, supply-chain development and workforce training.

Lawmakers examine path to double-digit growth

Lawmakers examine path to double-digit growth

Politics 02:42

National Assembly deputies on 31 October wrapped up two days of discussions on Viet Nam’s socio-economic performance, the government's budget, and public investment, with the target of at least 10% economic growth at the centre of it all. But as Viet Nam pursues double-digit growth, lawmakers are asking what it will take to get there, and how the benefits will reach businesses and ordinary people.

National Assembly deputies call for inclusive digital transformation

National Assembly deputies call for inclusive digital transformation

Politics 03:30

National Assembly deputies urge that Viet Nam's digital transformation must deliver real-world value - better jobs, lower costs, and higher incomes for remote communities. True progress means ensuring technological advances bridge the digital divide so no citizen is left behind on the nation's growth journey.

National Assembly debates law on SME development

National Assembly debates law on SME development

Politics 01:55

National Assembly deputies are discussing a draft law on small and medium-sized enterprise development, aimed at moving beyond scattered support measures to create better conditions for businesses to grow.

National Assembly deputies clarify law on securities

National Assembly deputies clarify law on securities

Politics 02:42

The second session of the 16th National Assembly continued its plenary discussions on the morning of 28 October on amendments to the Law on Securities. Personnel requirements featured prominently in the debate.

Cost of living drives U.S. midterm elections

Cost of living drives U.S. midterm elections

Politics 05:07

Early voting for the U.S. midterm elections began last week, giving voters a chance to cast their ballots ahead of Election Day. While many voters may still be unsure which party to support, one issue stands out above the rest: the cost of living. Our correspondent spoke with Michael Stroud, an attorney and member of the Taft law firm based in Washington, D.C.