Vietnam Asean

ASEAN holds a particularly important position and is an integral part of Vietnam's foreign policy.

This year, AMRO expected Vietnam’s GDP growth to hit 6% in 2023, and then rebound to 7,1% in 2024.

Vietnam remains an attractive market for Japanese firms thanks to its positive growth prospects and sizable population of 100 million.

Being a member of the regional group for 27 years, Vietnam has attracted external resources for economic development and expanded its diplomatic networks while the country’s diplomatic activism in recent years has reinforced ASEAN’s central role in addressing regional challenges.

Women-led businesses have played a significant part in the socio-economic recovery process in Vietnam and the region.

The EU gives priority to its partnership with Vietnam in the Indo-Pacific region.

Vietnam is willing to serve as a bridge to promote ASEAN-Russia cooperation, including the establishment of the ASEAN-EAEU Free Trade Agreement.

Compared to other ASEAN countries, inflation pressure in Vietnam is still relatively contained.

Countries should resolve differences and conflicts through peaceful means, based on international law, including the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) 1982.

ASEAN should be fully consulted in settling regional issues with respect to international law.