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Vietnam seeks high-tech R&D and semiconductor investment
Vietnam is actively seeking to upgrade its role in the global technology supply chain by attracting high-quality investments in advanced sectors. Vietnamese leaders are meeting with major multinational corporations to encourage a shift from simple assembly to high-value research, development, and design.
President To Lam met with Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon, who stated that the company aims to establish Vietnam as its third-largest global AI research hub. The discussions focused on expanding long-term investments in semiconductors, robotics, 5G/6G, and data centers.
Similarly, Prime Minister Le Minh Hung met with Samsung executives, noting the company's significant economic contributions, including $24 billion in cumulative investment and $500 billion in cumulative exports. The government is urging Samsung to increase its technological depth and involvement in R&D.
Regarding Chinese investment, Prime Minister Hung has called on Chinese firms to move beyond traditional manufacturing toward high-tech ventures like artificial intelligence and clean energy. This comes as Vietnam navigates complex geopolitical dynamics regarding 5G infrastructure and security concerns from Western partners.
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China · He Wei · Huawei · Le Minh Hung · Qualcomm · Samsung · To Lam · Vietnam · ZTE
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] Bilateral trade between Vietnam and China reached approximately 184.3 billion dollars in the first seven months of 2026.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] As of late July 2026, over 7,000 Chinese investment projects were active in Vietnam.
- [● 2 SOURCES] The Prime Minister called for Chinese projects to focus on advanced technologies and higher value-added sectors.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Chinese investment in Vietnam was approximately 3.7 billion dollars during the first seven months of 2026.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Bilateral trade increased by 35.1% compared to the same period in the previous year.
- [● 2 SOURCES] Prime Minister Le Minh Hung urged Chinese companies to view Vietnam as a long-term destination for investment and production.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Vietnam is entering a new growth phase characterized by digitalization, green transition, and higher labor productivity.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] China led with approximately 850 new investment projects in Vietnam.