Vietnam's Economy Achieves 8% Growth Amid Record Trade Surplus with U.S.
Vietnam's economy grew by 8% in 2025, with exports reaching $475 billion. Despite U.S. tariffs, the country posted a record $134 billion trade surplus with the U.S., highlighting its role in global supply chains.
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Vietnam's economy demonstrated remarkable resilience in 2025, achieving an 8.02% growth rate, up from 7.09% in the previous year. This growth was bolstered by a significant increase in exports, which surged by 17% to approximately $475 billion. Notably, exports to the United States, despite facing a 20% tariff imposed by the Trump administration, reached a record $153 billion. This resulted in a trade surplus with the U.S. of nearly $134 billion, a figure that underscores Vietnam's critical role in global supply chains.
