Vietnam has progressed beyond reliance on low-cost advantages for investment attraction. Capital is now flowing strongly into higher-value areas such as technology, electronics, modern logistics and industries linked to global supply chains.
The conference served as an important policy forum where experts, researchers, and businesses discussed current science and technology policies and proposed measures to accelerate digital transformation and semiconductor development.
In the first 11 months of this year, eight export items each posted turnover of more than 10 billion USD, accounting for 70.3% of the country’s total export value. Electronics, computers and components led the list with 96.9 billion USD, followed by machinery and equipment at nearly 53.4 billion USD, and mobile phones and components at over 52.6 billion USD.
Trade between ASEAN and Italy has grown impressively, up 38% to nearly 20 billion USD, while Vietnam–Italy bilateral trade reached almost 7 billion USD in 2024, marking a 13% increase year-on-year.
In the first nine months of 2025 alone, registered FDI inflows topped 28.54 billion USD, up 15.2% year on year, with disbursed capital hitting a five-year record of 18.8 billion USD.
Do Thi Thuy Huong, Executive Committee Member of the Vietnam Electronic Industries Association (VEIA), said Vietnam has adopted a national strategy for 2030–2050 to become a global supply chain hub. She added that Vietnam is also working with Singapore, which has strengths in chip design and foundry, to promote technology transfer, value chain division, and joint infrastructure investment.
Covering 6,000 square metres, IEAE 2025 will feature more than 260 exhibitors with over 350 booths and is expected to attract more than 15,000 visitors ranging from buyers and distributors to tech-savvy consumers.
Seven commodities of Vietnam posted an export value of over 10 billion USD in the first eight months of 2025, accounting for 67,8% of Vietnam's total export turnover.
Vietnam stands out as one of Emirates SkyCargo’s fastest-growing export markets in Southeast Asia, fueled by robust demand for high-value cargo such as electronics, textiles, and agricultural products, the company stated.
With its strategic location, abundant workforce, and modern infrastructure, Vietnam holds significant potential to become a leading centre for power and electronics production in the region and the world.
Spanning over 10,000 s.q.m, the exhibition will gather more than 350 enterprises from Vietnam and China. It will showcase a wide range of products across the consumer electronics and smart home appliance sectors, offering direct access to manufacturers and promoting trade links.
The project underscores Quang Ninh’s commitment to administrative reform and a business-friendly environment to attract high-tech, smart, and eco-friendly industrial investments.
The TCC insisted the Prime Minister must chair this task force, comprising both public and private sector representatives, to formulate a proactive strategy against a possible resurgence of protectionist policies under the Trump 2.0 administration.
Vietnam’s imports of computers, electronics and components in 2024 surpassed the 100 billion USD mark for the first time in history and were the highest level since 2013, according to statistics from the General Department of Vietnam Customs.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, Head of the National Steering Committee for Semiconductor Industry Development, urged the development of incentive mechanisms and policies to promote the development of the semiconductor industry, while chairing the first meeting of the committee in Hanoi on December 14 morning.
The Vietnam Semiconductor Industry Exhibition 2024 (SEMIExpo Vietnam 2024) opened at the National Innovation Centre in Hanoi on November 7, under the theme of "Elevating Vietnam in the Global Semiconductor Supply Chain".
The Vietnam International Electronics and Smart Appliances Expo (IEAE) 2024 opened in Hanoi on October 30.
LG Electronics is expanding its research and development (R&D) capabilities in Vietnam, now extending from software development to include home appliance solutions, covering lifestyle, kitchen, and air solutions, reported the Seoul Shinmun daily.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on October 28 morning said he hopes the United Arab Emirate (UAE), with its experience in developing the Dubai and Abu Dhabi financial centres, will support Vietnam in forming a suitable policy framework and model.
The Ministry of Science and Technology (MoST) is rolling out a comprehensive plan to implement the Semiconductor Industry Development Strategy by 2030, with a vision toward 2050, which aims to position Vietnam as a leading player in the global semiconductor sector over the next six years.