Significant achievements in digitalization and public health At a national review conference for the 2021–2025 period, the Ministry of Health reported substantial progress in modernization, highlighted by the creation of 27 million electronic health records. This digital transformation is designed to facilitate comprehensive, lifelong health monitoring for citizens.
Regarding socioeconomic indicators for 2025, the sector has fulfilled all mandates set by the National Assembly. Health insurance coverage has surpassed 95% of the population. Service capacity has also seen marked improvement, reaching 15 doctors and 34.5 hospital beds per 10,000 residents. Furthermore, public satisfaction with healthcare services remains high, exceeding 90%.
Legal reforms and infrastructure development Despite post-pandemic challenges, the sector has prioritized institutional breakthroughs. Over the past five years, the passage of five major laws and nearly 200 circulars has helped resolve long-standing issues such as medication and medical equipment shortages. Key national medical projects have also been expedited to enhance public access to high-quality treatment.
Strategic vision for 2026 – 2030 Looking ahead to the next phase, Vietnam aims to increase the average life expectancy to 75.5 years by 2030. The strategic focus will include:
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Streamlining the organizational structure to align with new governance models.
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Boosting the domestic pharmaceutical and medical device industries.
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Effectively managing non-communicable diseases and maintaining high vaccination rates.
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Expanding public-private partnerships to leverage social resources for healthcare development.