Core Viewpoint - Vietnam's government emphasizes the importance of improving the Human Development Index (HDI) alongside economic growth, aiming for a balanced approach that does not sacrifice social progress for GDP growth [1] Economic Goals - The political report draft from the Communist Party of Vietnam sets a target for average annual GDP growth of over 10% from 2026 to 2030, with a goal of reaching approximately $8,500 in per capita GDP by 2030 [1] - The HDI target is set at 0.78 by 2030, with an average life expectancy of about 75.5 years, and a poverty rate reduction of 1% to 1.5% annually based on multidimensional poverty standards [1] HDI and Poverty Reduction - Vietnam's HDI has increased from 0.499 in 1990 to 0.766 in 2023, marking a growth of 53.5%, and the country ranks 93rd among 193 nations [1] - The multidimensional poverty rate has significantly decreased, with the rate dropping from 58.1% in 1993 to 9.88% in 2015, and projected to be 1.93% in 2024 [2] Healthcare and Education Initiatives - The average life expectancy in Vietnam has risen from about 38 years in 1945 to 74.5 years today, with a goal of achieving universal free healthcare by 2030-2035 [3] - Starting from the 2025-2026 academic year, the government plans to waive tuition fees for over 22 million public school students [3] Development Strategy - The political report emphasizes establishing a new growth model driven by technology, innovation, and digital transformation, with a focus on developing the private sector [4] - The strategy includes four key transformations: digital, green, energy, and human resource quality, alongside attracting and retaining talent [4]