Ho Chi Minh City promotes high-tech research and semiconductor growth

Ho Chi Minh City is implementing strategies to commercialize scientific research and foster high-tech industries, following the guidelines of Resolution 57-NQ/TW. The city is promoting a collaborative model between the state, academic institutions, and businesses to transform scientific findings into practical technological products.

A key initiative is the Saigon AI Hub (SAIH), Vietnam’s first research and application space for artificial intelligence. The hub provides mentorship from domestic and international experts to help university research groups develop market-ready solutions, such as drone flight simulation systems for pilot training.

Simultaneously, the region is expanding its role in the global semiconductor and electronics supply chain. BOE Vietnam, a subsidiary of a major Chinese technology group, is developing a 250 million USD facility in the Phu My 3 specialized industrial zone. Expected to be operational by early 2026, the plant will produce millions of television units, computer screens, and electronic boards for export to North America, Europe, and Southeast Asia. The facility benefits from proximity to deep-water ports and future infrastructure like the Long Thanh International Airport.