Vietnam's Youth Question Work Ethic Amid Unequal Gains in Booming Economy
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Young Vietnamese workers are frustrated by stagnant pay and high costs amid Vietnam's booming economy.
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A "lying flat" movement is emerging among youth who question the purpose of work when economic gains are unequal.
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Vietnam aims to become a high-income economy by 2045 but may fall into a "middle income trap" without improving productive capacity.
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High housing costs in cities are unaffordable for young workers earning average monthly wages around $200-500.
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Vietnam must provide higher quality jobs in innovation to avoid brain drain, although some remain optimistic about the country's growth prospects.