First-half rise of 8.18% means pressure is on economy to meet government’s 10% annual growth target
The port of Haiphong in northern Vietnam is a key gateway for the country’s export-driven economy. (Photo by Yuji Nitta)
MAI NGUYEN and YUJI NITTA
July 3, 2026 11:28 JST
Updated on July 3, 2026 13:55 JST
HANOI — Vietnam’s economy grew 8.39% in the April-June quarter, accelerating from 7.94% in January-March, backed by strong growth in construction and manufacturing, the country’s statistics office said on Friday.