The results exceeded expectations and align with the government’s target of achieving 8.2–8.5% growth this year, surpassing forecasts by the World Bank (6.6%) and the International Monetary Fund (6.5%).

Khmer-language media in Cambodia attributed Vietnam’s current momentum to long-term political stability and nearly four decades of successful economic reform.

Meanwhile, Finimize (UK) highlighted Vietnam as a growth leader in Asia, noting that the country’s success reflects the synergy between government policies and trade activities. With low unemployment and steady consumer spending, Vietnam exemplifies how emerging economies can sustain growth even under monetary pressure.