Hanoi, Jan. 15 -- Achieving double-digit economic growth in 2026 is widely seen as an "uphill battle", prompting Vietnam to pool resources early and push hard from the outset of the year.

Which growth scenario for 2026?

A growth path for 2026 has been outlined in line with the National Assembly's resolution setting a target of more than 10% expansion.

Under this scenario, gross domestic product (GDP) would need to rise 9.1% in the first quarter and 10.2% in the second, lifting first-half growth to 9.7%. The third quarter would require 10.2% expansion, pushing nine-month growth to 9.9%. The final quarter would then accelerate to 10.4% to hit the full-year goal.

The United Overseas Bank (UOB), in its latest GDP forecast for 2026, pointe...