Population is no longer just a figure — it is a strategic asset central to Vietnam’s global competitiveness. This law is not merely a policy tool, but a roadmap for unlocking the nation’s demographic potential and building a high-income, digitally-driven economy by 2045.

United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) Representative in Vietnam Matt Jackson has highlighted the importance of reliable, inclusive population data for Vietnam’s future, saying it is essential to leave no one behind and to best prepare for demographic shifts such as rapidly ageing population or risks from climate change.