Vietnam's registered FDI rises 58% to $38.1 bln in 7M
Vietnam licensing 2,429 new projects with combined registered capital of $21.05 billion in the first seven months of 2026.
Nghe An approves over $4.2bln in new investment projects
The central province has attracted 25 projects with a combined registered capital of more than VND110.45 trillion (approximately $4.2 billion).
Hai Phong approves 13 projects, worth $3.2 bln
Among the projects is LG Innotek’s $1 billion semiconductor chip manufacturing plant in the northern port city’s Free Trade Zone.
Nghe An attracts over $3.2bln in investment in 7M
Newly registered and adjusted FDI capital reaching $2.43 billion.
FDI drives Nghe An’s export growth
The central province recording total export turnover of over $3.15 billion in the first half of 2026, up 58.4% year-on-year.
Vietnam attracts $34.65bln in FDI in 6M, up 61%
The strong performance was driven by both new investment projects and increased capital contributions by foreign investors.
Pivotal shifts in Vietnam's foreign investment attraction strategy
The Politburo's Resolution No. 10-NQ/TW adopts a more comprehensive approach, including foreign direct investment (FDI), portfolio investment, capital markets, and international financial institutions.
Nghe An attracts over $2.8bln in investment in H1
As of June 16, authorities in the central province had approved investment policies or granted investment registration certificates for 26 new projects.
Dong Nai targets green transition of 44 industrial parks by 2030
Green transition is no longer optional but essential for the southern city’s industrial parks to attract high-quality investment.
Vietnam’s Southeast region risks losing grip on quality FDI
As the nation’s most dynamic economic engine, the region accounts for the lion’s share of FDI, hosting nearly 23,000 projects, worth more than $205 billion.
High-tech FDI wave strengthens Vietnam’s position in digital economy
Investment has increasingly flowed into strategic sectors such as data centers, AI, semiconductors, and research and development.
Critical connections between FDI and domestic enterprises
Renewed efforts in harnessing potential synergies between FDI and domestic enterprises are now crucial for Vietnam’s new phase of development.
Hai Phong meets most economic targets in first five months of 2026
The growth reflecting the northern port city’s strong economic momentum despite challenges in industrial growth and business formation.
Dual transformation - a key for business sustainability
The “dual transformation” of green transition and digitalization is set to shape the long-term strategies of local and foreign companies as they seek sustainability.
For deeper integration of domestic enterprises into FDI-led supply chains
Despite being recognized as a key pillar of development, Vietnamese enterprises still have a tough time joining the supply chains of foreign enterprises.
For integrated partnership between FDI and domestic enterprises
Policymakers, foreign investors, and domestic business leaders attending the Vietnam Connect Forum 2026 had varying opinions on how domestic and foreign enterprises can partner each other.
Investment for higher-quality and more sustainable growth
Substantial volumes of capital are required for higher-quality and more sustainable growth during Vietnam’s new phase of development.
For mutual benefits
Vietnam should better recognize its strengths and appeal when negotiating deals with foreign investors to ensure that everyone benefits.
FDI Connect Forum seeks to reposition Vietnam in global supply chains
The event serving as a space for strategic dialogue where stakeholders shared visions, mobilised resources and explored pathways for deeper integration into global supply chains.
Hai Phong city attracts $915mln in FDI in Q1
The northern port city targets $3.8bln in FDI attraction in 2026.