The debt of more than 3.4 trillion VND or 148 billion USD is calculated to decrease in the coming year. Budget revenue increased by 3% compared with the estimate of 1.35 trillion VND or 74 billion USD. Budget overspending was about 3.67% of . Exports continue to grow and the inflation rate is under control. According to the ministry, Vietnam's in 2018 is expected to reach 6.7% or higher. The economy is estimated to reach 5.55 trillion VND, or 240.5 billion USD, and per capita income has increased by 155 USD over the last year.
