Here’s a short, general-interest English excerpt with a societal perspective — perfect for readers beyond Vietnam:
Vietnam’s Investment Landscape: From Cost Advantage to Institutional Trust
Vietnam is undergoing a transformative shift in its foreign investment narrative — moving beyond low-cost labor to building a foundation of strong institutional trust. FDI inflows surged by 32.6% in the first half of 2025, reaching $21.52 billion, underscoring growing investor confidence.
🔹 Institutional reform as a driver
A wide-ranging restructuring in 2025 reduced central government bodies by approximately 20%, signaling a move from informal, discretionary governance to transparent, rules-based systems .
🔹 Digital transformation & administrative modernization
With plans to fully digitize public services by end‑2025 and standardize procedures in licensing and land administration, Vietnam is creating what has been termed “confidence infrastructure” — reliable, repeatable systems that enhance predictability for investors.
🔹 Societal impact and global relevance
These changes matter to more than investors. A more transparent and efficient government benefits businesses, job seekers, and citizens alike — fostering sustainable growth, stronger local partnerships, and smoother public services that support modernization across sectors.
Please read the full article: Vietnam’s foreign investment attraction in new era: from cost gain to institutional trust | Vietnam+ (VietnamPlus)