The role of the state in development: the concept of a ‘developmental state’ (experience of Vietnam)

Abstract

Faced with the necessity of finding an effective and appropriate state model in the current circumstances, this article aims to consider the role of the state in the country's development, specifically focusing on the "developmental state" model and drawing on experiences from Vietnam. By providing an overview of the key features of the developmental state model and employing research methods such as document analysis and synthesis, the authors explain the rationale behind considering the developmental state model as a potential recommendation for developing countries in their quest for development. The article also delineates the reasons why Vietnam embodies elements of the "developmental state" model and, given the growing interest in this model's fundamental theory within the Vietnamese scientific community, the authors propose valuable directions and experiences that could benefit Russia and other countries in their approach to this concept and model. Consequently, the general conclusion drawn is that the "developmental state" model presents a promising suggestion for countries to establish a rational and effective state that adheres to the requirements of sustainable development encompassing economics, society, and the environment, all in line with the new context and circumstances.