Vietnam's economy exceeded expectations in the first quarter of 2024, posting a 5.66% growth rate, the highest for the same period since 2020. This positive performance is attributed to effective government policies and a resilient private sector.

On August 29, the National Assembly (NA) Standing Committee held an extra-ordinary session to consider issues relating to the Socio-economic Development Restoration Program and the budget. Many NA deputies have assessed that implementation of the Socio-Economic Recovery Program has been slow due to many obstacles in need of resolution.