With a GDP of over 363 billion USD and a population of more than 98.2 million, Vietnam stands at the 30th position in the rankings, only after Singapore (26th position) among the Southeast Asian countries.

A view of Ho Chi Minh City.

Meanwhile, Indonesia is ranked 33rd and Thailand 36th.

The ranking affirmed Vietnam's increasing position in the world arena. Over the recent years, Vietnam has also received high evaluation in terms of "soft power".

The US News & World Report's ranking of the world's most powerful countries is based on objective assessments of the level of influence of countries, foreign policies as well as political, economic and military strength of the countries globally.

This ranking is part of the annual "World's Best Countries" report, which covers 85 countries based on feedback from 17,000 participants.

According to the ranking, the US, China and Russia are the three most powerful countries in the world in 2022.

PM applauds Nike’s contributions to Vietnamese economy

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh received Chief Operating Officer of Nike, Inc., Andy Campion in Hanoi on December 1, speaking highly of the firm’s contributions to Vietnam’s exports and job creation in the recent past.

Urban economy to contribute 85% of national GDP by 2030

The urban economy is expected to contribute some 75% of the national GDP by 2025 and about 85% by 2030 under an action programme of the Government.

Bac Giang’s economy achieves highest growth rate ever in 2022

(BGO)- The provincial People’s Committee of Bac Giang province on November 17 held the regular meeting chaired by Deputy Secretary of the provincial Party Committee and Chairman of the provincial People’s Committee Le Anh Duong.

Vietnam digital economy growth expected to be highest in Southeast Asia

Vietnam will achieve the highest growth in the digital economy in Southeast Asia between 2022 and 2025, a report by Google, Temasek and Bain & Company has forecast.

Government will supply sufficient fuel for economy

Amid complaints from many lawmakers on the unstable fuel market, the government has promised to provide sufficient fuel for its economy to ensure smooth performance of businesses and the local market.

Source: VNA