HCM City is seeing a sharp rise in FDI in high-tech sectors, particularly data infrastructure, which is emerging as a core pillar of the digital economy.
Realised foreign capital in Việt Nam during the first four months was estimated at 7.40 billion USD, up 9.8% year-on-year, the highest level for the period in the past five years.
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The recognition underscores Việt Nam’s rising role in regional and global value chains, driven by strong structural advantages and accelerating urban development.
The wave of foreign investment in Việt Nam continues to be strengthened by traditional giants like Samsung, LG, Sumitomo and Mitsubishi, as well as emerging high-tech corporations such as Microsoft and Nvidia, with large-scale projects worth billions of US dollars.
HCM City could meet its full-year foreign direct investment target by mid-2026, as second-quarter inflows are projected to reach a record US$8.9 billion.
Of the total, 904 newly licensed projects registered combined capital of US$10.23 billion, marking a 6.4 per cent increase in the project number and a 2.4-fold rise in capital compared to the same period last year.
Việt Nam is emerging as a strategic destination for RoK firms to diversify their supply chains, mitigate risks from geopolitical fluctuations, and expand partnerships with local players in the coming period.
Regarding Cooler Master’s proposals, the provincial leader said Bắc Ninh is ready to offer tax incentives and reductions in line with existing regulations if the project meets criteria.