^1*Do Thi Y Nhi, ²Huynh Cong Phuong, ³Khuong Thi Hue

¹Lecturer, Thu Dau Mot University
Orcid No: https://orcid.org/0009-0005-1319-8460

²Lecturer, Thu Dau Mot University
Orcid No: https://orcid.org/0009-0000-6102-0812

³Lecturer, Thu Dau Mot University
Orcid No: https://orcid.org/0009-0009-0505-5362

DOI : https://doi.org/10.58806/ijsshmr.2026.v5i5n16

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ABSTRACT

This paper examines the socio-economic impacts of the development of cultural and creative industries (CCI) in Vietnam, addressing a gap in empirical evidence from emerging economies. Using a mixed-method approach, the study analyzes panel data (2010–2023) from four provinces through fixed-effects regression and structural equation modeling (SEM) to assess both direct and mediating effects of CCI value added, investment, and employment on GRDP per capita, HDI, and unemployment. Qualitative findings from thematic analysis of 12 policy documents and expert interviews complement the quantitative results. The analysis shows that CCI value added and investment significantly and positively influence GRDP per capita and HDI, though their impact on unemployment is limited. Vietnam’s CCI performance remains modest compared with regional benchmarks due to fragmented policies and insufficient infrastructure. This study provides integrated evidence of how CCI supports socio-economic development and offers policy implications for a coherent national strategy, institutional coordination, and targeted financing. Limitations include the narrow geographical coverage and limited sectoral scope, suggesting the need for broader longitudinal and comparative research.

KEYWORDS:

CCI; socio-economic development; cultural policy; creative economy

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Cite this Article:Nhi, D. T. Y., Phuong, H. C., & Hue, K. T. (2026). The Relationship Between the Development of the Cultural and Creative Industries and Socio-Economic Development: A Study in Vietnam. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SOCIAL SCIENCE HUMANITY & MANAGEMENT RESEARCHS, 5(5), 1063-1072. https://doi.org/10.58806/ijsshmr.2026.v5i5n16

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