When the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) opened its office in Ha Noi in 1978, it was a time of economic hardship and diplomatic isolation for Viet Nam, with limited foreign presence in the country. UNDP was one of the few channels for international assistance and expertise available to Viet Nam at that time, and we worked closely with the government as reforms were gradually introduced, culminating in the introduction of the doi moi in the late 1980s and 1990s. 

Throughout Viet Nam’s transformative journey from a war-torn nation to a lower middle-income country, UNDP has been a steadfast partner, actively supporting the country’s ambitions and priorities. This booklet highlights the key features of the Viet Nam – UNDP partnership and tracks 45 years of collaboration.