High-tech FDI in Vietnam shifts to strategic, long-term investment

High-tech FDI in Vietnam shifts to strategic, long-term investment

VOV.VN - Vietnam is emerging as a priority destination in the selective relocation strategies of global high-tech investors, supported by its stable manufacturing environment, competitive cost structure, and strong integration into global supply chains, according to experts.

First Halal certification of 2026 granted to HR Essence food products
Foreign trade at heart of Vietnam’s growth challenge in new phase
Spring Fair 2026: Traditional flavours find new pathways to market
Public investment disbursement hit five-year high
“Vietnamese Goods Day” promotes agricultural products in Germany
“Vietnamese Goods Day” promotes agricultural products in Germany

The Vietnam Trade Office in Germany, in coordination with the Vietnam Fruit and Vegetable Association (Vinafruit) and the Selgros wholesale hypermarket chain, has organised “Vietnamese Goods Day” at the Selgros Berlin Lichtenberg supermarket to promote Vietnamese agricultural exports to the German market.

“Vietnamese Goods Day” promotes agricultural products in Germany
RoK’s Hyundai Ecovina to invest US$335 million in Quang Ngai
RoK’s Hyundai Ecovina to invest US$335 million in Quang Ngai

The Republic of Korea (RoK)’s HD Hyundai Ecovina have been granted an investment licence for its industrial park on 101.6ha with total capital of US$335 million in Dung Quat Economic Zone.

RoK’s Hyundai Ecovina to invest US$335 million in Quang Ngai
Spring Fair 2026 attracts interest from JETRO Hanoi, Chinese partners
Spring Fair 2026 attracts interest from JETRO Hanoi, Chinese partners

A delegation of the Japan External Trade Organisation (JETRO) Office in Hanoi led by its chief representative Ozasa Haruhikovisited the first Glorious Spring Fair on February 6.

Spring Fair 2026 attracts interest from JETRO Hanoi, Chinese partners
Pre-Tet auto market heats up as carmakers slash prices to clear inventory
Pre-Tet auto market heats up as carmakers slash prices to clear inventory

Entering February 2026, car brands across Vietnam have simultaneously launched a wave of incentives and deep discounts, aiming to finalize sales before the market slows during the extended Lunar New Year (Tet) holiday.

Pre-Tet auto market heats up as carmakers slash prices to clear inventory
Vietnam’s GDP ranks 32nd globally, per capita income rises sharply
Vietnam’s GDP ranks 32nd globally, per capita income rises sharply

VOV.VN - Vietnam’s gross domestic product (GDP) reached US$514 billion in 2025, up 1.48 times from 2020, placing the country 32nd worldwide and fourth in ASEAN.

Vietnam’s GDP ranks 32nd globally, per capita income rises sharply
Ministry proposes adjustments to energy planning to support double-digit growth
Ministry proposes adjustments to energy planning to support double-digit growth

Vietnam is updating its national energy master plan for 2021-30 with a vision to 2050, as rising economic growth targets, planning changes and rapid technological advances make adjustments necessary to ensure the country has sufficient energy to support its socio-economic development.

Ministry proposes adjustments to energy planning to support double-digit growth
Vietnam looks to shape quality cocoa brand on global map
Vietnam looks to shape quality cocoa brand on global map

Vietnam has officially been recognised by the International Cocoa Organisation (ICCO) as a producer of Fine Flavour Cocoa (FFC), becoming the second Asian country to receive this prestigious status.

Vietnam looks to shape quality cocoa brand on global map
Vietnamese businesses seek opportunities to expand markets at Fruit Logistica 2026
Vietnamese businesses seek opportunities to expand markets at Fruit Logistica 2026

Ten Vietnamese enterprises are showcasing fruit and vegetable products at Fruit Logistica 2026, the world’s largest trade fair for fresh produce, currently taking place at the Messe Berlin, one of Germany's largest exhibition centres.

Vietnamese businesses seek opportunities to expand markets at Fruit Logistica 2026
Star anise exports to Thailand surge sharply
Star anise exports to Thailand surge sharply

VOV.VN - Vietnam exported 1,014 tonnes of star anise in January, generating US$4.2 million in export value, with shipments to Thailand surging by a remarkable 271%, according to the Vietnam Pepper and Spice Association (VPSA).

Star anise exports to Thailand surge sharply
Global trade shifts call for new import-export strategy
Global trade shifts call for new import-export strategy

VOV.VN - Rapid changes in global trade patterns are prompting calls for Vietnam to redesign its import-export strategy, shifting the focus from scale-driven growth to a more comprehensive approach that prioritises quality, value addition and economic resilience.

Global trade shifts call for new import-export strategy
Northwestern specialties take centre stage at Spring Fair 2026
Northwestern specialties take centre stage at Spring Fair 2026

VOV.VN - Visitors to the 2026 Spring Fair have recently been drawn to an exhibition area featuring specialties from the northwest highlandsthat captivate diners with their quality and rich cultural identity.

Northwestern specialties take centre stage at Spring Fair 2026
Project to advance growth, innovation, leadership for enterprises kicks off
Project to advance growth, innovation, leadership for enterprises kicks off

The Vietnamese Ministry of Finance, in coordination with Global Affairs Canada (GAC) through the Agency for Private Enterprise and Cooperative Economic Development (APED) and the Canadian Embassy in Vietnam, launched the project Advancing Growth Innovation and Leadership for Enterprises (AGILE) in Vietnam.

Project to advance growth, innovation, leadership for enterprises kicks off
Business entries pick up in January, headwinds persist
Business entries pick up in January, headwinds persist

VOV.VN - The number of businesses entering and re-entering the market in January 2026 rose sharply from a year earlier, signaling economic recovery, though a high level of suspended operations shows cost and market pressures remain.

Business entries pick up in January, headwinds persist
Exports jump nearly 30% in January, but trade posts US$1.78 bln deficit
Exports jump nearly 30% in January, but trade posts US$1.78 bln deficit

VOV.VN - Vietnam’s exports surged nearly 30% in January from a year earlier, driven by strong shipments from the foreign-invested sector, but a sharper rise in imports pushed the country into a trade deficit, government data showed on February 6.

Exports jump nearly 30% in January, but trade posts US$1.78 bln deficit
Industrial output jumps 21.5% in January as manufacturing powers growth
Industrial output jumps 21.5% in January as manufacturing powers growth

VOV.VN - Vietnam’s industrial production surged in January, 2026, with manufacturing leading strong gains as improved orders and more working days helped lift output 21.5% from a year earlier, underscoring a robust start to the year for the export-driven economy.

Industrial output jumps 21.5% in January as manufacturing powers growth
Vietnam, Algeria promote economic cooperation
Vietnam, Algeria promote economic cooperation

Vietnamese Ambassador to Algeria Tran Quoc Khanh has recently paid a working visit to Oran Province - the economic hub of western Algeria, as part of efforts to implement the agreements reached during Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh’s official visit to the North African country in November last year.

Vietnam, Algeria promote economic cooperation
Party chief’s Cambodia visit to open up new phase of deeper, closer cooperation
Party chief’s Cambodia visit to open up new phase of deeper, closer cooperation

The state visit to Cambodia on February 6 by General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee To Lam is expected to usher in a new phase of broader and more closely knit cooperation between the two countries.

Party chief’s Cambodia visit to open up new phase of deeper, closer cooperation
VNX, FTSE Russell discuss Vietnam market upgrade
VNX, FTSE Russell discuss Vietnam market upgrade

The Vietnam Stock Exchange (VNX) met with global index provider FTSE Russell on February 5 to take stock of ongoing cooperation and discuss next steps to support the sustainable development and upgrading of Vietnam’s stock market.

VNX, FTSE Russell discuss Vietnam market upgrade
January CPI rises on stronger Tet holiday demand
January CPI rises on stronger Tet holiday demand

Vietnam’s consumer price index (CPI) in January rose slightly by 0.05% compared with the previous month, mainly driven by stronger consumption demand during the Lunar New Year (Tet) holiday, the National Statistics Office (NSO) under the Ministry of Finance announced on February 6.

January CPI rises on stronger Tet holiday demand
Spring Fair 2026 highlights growing competitiveness of Vietnamese products
Spring Fair 2026 highlights growing competitiveness of Vietnamese products

VOV.VN - Amid intensifying market competition, many Vietnamese-made products are restructuring production, improving quality and expanding distribution channels to maintain their share of the domestic market.

Spring Fair 2026 highlights growing competitiveness of Vietnamese products
January FDI sees higher disbursement despite a steep fall in registered capital
January FDI sees higher disbursement despite a steep fall in registered capital

VOV.VN - Foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows in January 2026 showed mixed developments, with disbursed capital continuing to rise while total registered capital fell sharply year on year.

January FDI sees higher disbursement despite a steep fall in registered capital
Vietnam, Laos advance energy cooperation
Vietnam, Laos advance energy cooperation

Vietnamese Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hoang Long held a working session with Lao Deputy Minister of Industry and Commerce Chansaveng Bounyong in Vientiane on February 4, with a view to boosting energy cooperation and fulfilling high-level Vietnam-Laos cooperation.

Vietnam, Laos advance energy cooperation
Ho Chi Minh City showcases economic, cultural potential at Spring Fair 2026
Ho Chi Minh City showcases economic, cultural potential at Spring Fair 2026

Ho Chi Minh City has been selected as the “featured locality” at the first Spring Fair 2026 being held in Hanoi from February 2-13, enabling it to present a comprehensive picture of local socio-economic achievements, and to introduce its vision of building a smart, sustainable and internationally integrated metropolis.

Ho Chi Minh City showcases economic, cultural potential at Spring Fair 2026
Vietnam, US expand cooperation in high technology, energy, supply chains
Vietnam, US expand cooperation in high technology, energy, supply chains

On the sidelines of the sixth round of talks on a reciprocal, fair, and balanced trade agreement between Vietnam and the US, Acting Minister of Industry and Trade Le Manh Hung, who leads Vietnam’s negotiating team, has met with US Under Secretary of State for economic growth, energy, and the environment Jacob Helberg.

Vietnam, US expand cooperation in high technology, energy, supply chains
Vietnam, US step up economic–trade policy dialogue
Vietnam, US step up economic–trade policy dialogue

Acting Minister of Industry and Trade Le Manh Hung held a working session with US Senator Bill Hagerty of the Republican Party, representing the state of Tennessee, on February 4, on the sidelines of the sixth round of talks on a reciprocal, fair, and balanced trade agreement between Vietnam and the US.

Vietnam, US step up economic–trade policy dialogue
Vietnam explores high-tech growth drivers with Chinese industry leader
Vietnam explores high-tech growth drivers with Chinese industry leader

Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Chi Dung on February 5 met with Wang Jiping, Chairman of ArcherMind Technology Co., Ltd., emphasising that Vietnam sees science, technology, innovation, and digital transformation as key drivers of growth, with a focus on 11 strategic technology sectors, including semiconductors and AI.

Vietnam explores high-tech growth drivers with Chinese industry leader
Dong Nai province licenses three FDI projects worth nearly US$550 million
Dong Nai province licenses three FDI projects worth nearly US$550 million

VOV.VN The People’s Committee of Dong Nai province has granted investment registration certificates to three foreign direct investment (FDI) projects worth nearly US$550 million, highlighting the province’s continued appeal to foreign investors and positive economic recovery momentum early this year.

Dong Nai province licenses three FDI projects worth nearly US$550 million
Exhibition-livestream initiative launched to boost consumption of Vietnamese products
Exhibition-livestream initiative launched to boost consumption of Vietnamese products

VOV.VN - The Department of Domestic Market Management and Development under the Ministry of Industry and Trade of Vietnam has launched an exhibition-livestream initiative aimed at promoting Vietnamese goods and expanding domestic consumption.

Exhibition-livestream initiative launched to boost consumption of Vietnamese products
Businesses expect fresh momentum in Vietnam – Laos economic cooperation
Businesses expect fresh momentum in Vietnam – Laos economic cooperation

The Vietnamese business community in Laos has shown their expectation that the state visit to Laos by Party General Secretary To Lam on February 5, at the invitation of General Secretary and President of Laos Thongloun Sisoulith, will generate new, stronger, more substantive momentum for bilateral economic cooperation.

Businesses expect fresh momentum in Vietnam – Laos economic cooperation
Agro-forestry-fishery exports jump nearly 30% in January
Agro-forestry-fishery exports jump nearly 30% in January

VOV.VN - Vietnam’s agro-forestry-fishery sector posted an estimated US$6.51 billion in export earnings in January, marking a sharp rise of 29.5% compared to the same period last year, according to the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment.

Agro-forestry-fishery exports jump nearly 30% in January
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