Viet Nam among Asia’s most notable governance reformers
VGP - Viet Nam has climbed 12 places in the Chandler Good Government Index (CGGI) since 2021, from 60th to 48th globally, unveiled at a policy dialogue in Ha Noi on December 15.
Delegates to the policy dialogue, Ha Noi, December 15, 2025
The above figures was released at a policy dialogue jointly organized by the Academy of Public Administration and Governance under the Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics and the Chandler Institute of Governance (CIG) in Ha Noi on December 15.
The CGGI, launched by CIG in 2021, assesses government capability and effectiveness across 120 countries based on seven pillars: leadership and foresight, laws and policies, institutions, financial stewardship, marketplace, global influence and reputation, and helping people rise.
Designed as a practical tool for policymakers, the index helps governments identify strengths, gaps and long-term reform priorities.
Accordingly, Viet Nam has become one of the fastest and most significant improvers in governance capacity in Asia, recording progress in six of the seven CGGI pillars over the past five years.
Its most striking gains were seen in leadership and foresight, where it jumped 31 places to rank 30th globally and eighth in the Asia-Pacific region.
Key sub-indicators such as strategic priority-setting and long-term vision improved sharply, reflecting clearer development direction and stronger policy coherence.
In strong institutions, enhanced implementation capacity helped it surge 37 places, from 58th in 2021 to 21st in 2025.
Financial stewardship also improved significantly, rising 20 places thanks to stronger fiscal discipline and better financial planning.
Meanwhile, in quality of life, Viet Nam ranked 52nd worldwide, driven by gains in personal safety and income distribution.
Dinesh Naidu, Director of Knowledge at CIG, Viet Nam's progress over the past five years reflects deliberate efforts and investment in strengthening national governance capacity.
Innovations and reforms in identifying strategic priorities, articulating a long-term vision, and demonstrating strong determination in effective policy implementation have delivered tangible results in economic development and improvements in people's living standards, he noted./.
