2.5 world country

Even though Vietnam is sometimes referred to as a 3rd world country, I have been told to expect a much more mature and western-like society in many ways. I am looking forward in particular to the following ... 1- Running water in bathrooms 2- Internet that is close to the west 3- Bank machines that are close to always online 4- Mostly paved streets meaning the air quality is better since there is not so much dust stirred up by vehicular traffic 5- Government admin systems electronic rather than paper driven Hence, my expression "2.5 world country" ...