Vietnam high tech sector appealing to FDI firms: analysts

Vietnam high tech sector appealing to FDI firms: analysts

High technology is continuing to attract foreign-invested enterprises in Vietnam this year, which in turn will give a boost to the country’s economic growth, analysts have said.

Industries - Wed, May 8, 2024 | 10:18 am

US chip giant Nvidia delegation discusses AI, semiconductor cooperation with Vietnam

US chip giant Nvidia delegation discusses AI, semiconductor cooperation with Vietnam

Executives from U.S. chip and Artificial Intelligence (AI) giant Nvidia led by vice president Keith Strier are in Vietnam to explore investment opportunities in AI and semiconductors.

Industries - Tue, April 23, 2024 | 10:03 am

Vietnam striving to address foreign investors’ concerns: deputy minister

Vietnam striving to address foreign investors’ concerns: deputy minister

The Vietnamese government is making tireless efforts to address major concerns of foreign investors as the country competes for investment in important industries, said a deputy investment minister.

Economy - Mon, March 4, 2024 | 3:32 pm

Vietnam stated-owned telcos urged to lead semiconductor research

Vietnam stated-owned telcos urged to lead semiconductor research

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has asked leading state-owned telecommunications companies to play a leading role in research of emerging technologies including semiconductors.

Economy - Fri, February 23, 2024 | 10:18 am

Change approach, welcome Chinese hi-tech investments: expert

Change approach, welcome Chinese hi-tech investments: expert

Vietnam should no longer be wary that Chinese investments tend to be of low-quality, using outdated technology. Instead it should actively welcome Chinese investors with cutting-edge technologies, said an expert.

Investing - Thu, February 15, 2024 | 3:58 pm

Electronics, energy industries poised to attract talent with int’l working environment: consultant

Electronics, energy industries poised to attract talent with int’l working environment: consultant

Vietnam’s electronics, hi-tech and utilities industries, including energy and semiconductors, will actively attract talents with an international working environment and professional development opportunities, said Thanh Nguyen, director of operations and happiness inspiration with human resource consultant Anphabe JSC.

Executive Talk - Sat, February 10, 2024 | 12:01 am

Vietnam Prime Minister requests efforts to attract large-scale, high-tech FDI projects

Vietnam Prime Minister requests efforts to attract large-scale, high-tech FDI projects

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on Thursday requested greater efforts be made by the country to attract large-scale, high-tech FDI projects, especially in the processing, manufacturing, electronics, semiconductors and hydrogen sectors.

Economy - Thu, February 1, 2024 | 11:17 pm

Southern Vietnam province invites Korean semiconductor investments

Southern Vietnam province invites Korean semiconductor investments

The Mekong Delta province of Long An hopes to attract South Korean investments in making semiconductors, said Nguyen Van Duoc, head of the provincial Party Committee.

Industries - Mon, December 4, 2023 | 3:05 pm

Rare earths, semiconductors can contribute 5-10% to Vietnam’s GDP: association chair

Rare earths, semiconductors can contribute 5-10% to Vietnam’s GDP: association chair

Rare earths and semiconductors may contribute 5-10% to Vietnam’s GDP once the country can tap its critical mineral reserves and develop the industry, said Prof. Nguyen Mai, chairman of the Vietnam Association of Foreign Invested Enterprises (VAFIE).

Economy - Sat, November 18, 2023 | 10:26 am

Vietnam president asks for US recognition of market economy status by bypassing ‘rigid’ rules

Vietnam president asks for US recognition of market economy status by bypassing ‘rigid’ rules

Vietnam’s President Vo Van Thuong has called on the U.S. government to recognize the country’s status as a market economy with political will and by omitting rigid regulations so that a recent double upgrade of relations can be fully exploited.

Economy - Thu, November 16, 2023 | 10:09 pm

US committed to tech development, workforce training support for Vietnam: envoy

US committed to tech development, workforce training support for Vietnam: envoy

The U.S. is committed to helping Vietnam with technology development and workforce training to tap opportunities arising from the latest upgrade in bilateral ties, said ambassador Marc Knapper.

Industries - Sat, November 11, 2023 | 10:37 pm

Nghe An province invites US investments in semiconductor, electronics

Nghe An province invites US investments in semiconductor, electronics

Nghe An, Vietnam's largest province, has called on American businesses to invest in the prioritized industries of semiconductors, electronics, manufacturing, materials and banking-finance.

Industries - Thu, November 9, 2023 | 6:21 pm

Dutch PM visit enhances Vietnam-Netherlands hi-tech, green growth cooperation

Dutch PM visit enhances Vietnam-Netherlands hi-tech, green growth cooperation

A two-day visit by Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte to Hanoi has helped strengthen bilateral cooperation in a wide range of issues, particular high technology, green growth, and climate change adaptation.

Economy - Fri, November 3, 2023 | 11:02 am

US firm Coherent plans high-tech investments in southern Vietnam

US firm Coherent plans high-tech investments in southern Vietnam

Coherent Corp., an American manufacturer of optical materials and semiconductors, plans to invest hundreds of millions of U.S. dollars in Dong Nai province.

Industries - Wed, November 1, 2023 | 2:58 pm