The population is projected to continue growing thereafter, although trends will diverge depending on future fertility levels. Population continues to grow, but at slower paceUnder the medium-fertility scenario, Vietnam’s population is projected to exceed 110 million by 2039 and reach around 114.2 million by 2074. Over the 50-year projection period, Vietnam’s population would increase by only about 12.7 percent under the medium scenario, a modest rise compared with previous decades. Rapid aging toward ‘super-aged’ societyWhile the labor force gradually shrinks, the elderly population is projected to grow rapidly. Under international criteria, Vietnam will officially enter an aging society by 2034, when people aged 65 and above make up 14 percent of the population.

Source: Tuoitre News January 27, 2026 10:57 UTC