VOV.VN - With a GDP growth rate of 7.09% in 2024, Vietnam has emerged as the fastest-growing economy in Southeast Asia and continues to lead the way in attracting foreign direct investment (FDI) and exports.

The average monthly income of Vietnamese workers surged by 8.6 % annually to VND7.7 million (approximately US$304) in 2024, according to a press conference held by the General Statistics Office (GSO) in Hanoi on January 6.

VOV.VN - 2024 saw Vietnamese economy record positive outcomes as the gross domestic product (GDP) grew by 7.09%, whilst foreign arrivals to the country surged by 39.5% on-year.

VOV.VN - So far, three local beauties have been officially selected to compete for titles at global beauty contests this year.

VOV.VN - The United States remained the largest consumer of Vietnamese pepper last year with 72,311 tonnes, accounting for 28.9% of total pepper export value and representing a sharp rise of 33.2% compared to 2023, according to the Vietnam Pepper and Spice Association.

VOV.VN - Positive growth in exports and imports, impressive foreign investment attraction, and stable macroeconomic conditions are viewed as the bright spots in Vietnam's economy in 2024.

Vietnamese cuisine has emerged as a significant cultural ambassador, promoting the country and its people on the global stage.

VOV.VN - Vietnam was crowned the well-deserved champions of the ASEAN Cup final after beating Thailand 3-2 in the second leg, securing their third title with a 5-3 aggregate score at Thailand's home ground, Rajamangala stadium, on the evening of January 5.

VOV.VN - The Vietnam national football team will be given a generous bonus if they win over Thailand in the second leg of the 2024 ASEAN Cup final.

Eight Vietnamese rice enterprises have been awarded AUD200,000 (approximately VND3.16 billion, or over US$124,300) for their efforts in reducing greenhouse gas emissions in rice production.