Vietnam remains a key destination for foreign investors amid global supply chain realignments. However, the country must improve both hard and soft infrastructure to stay competitive in attracting high-tech investment. Experts in industrial real estate, international finance, and investment funds gathered on May 8 in HCMC to discuss strategies for building the foundation of Vietnam’s next growth cycle at the second session of the Finance-Real Estate Forum 2025, organized by the Saigon Times Group. Still a magnet for foreign investment Despite U.S. tariffs and market fluctuations, foreign investors remain upbeat about Vietnam’s ability to attract foreign direct investment. A young, dynamic, and adaptable workforce remains one of the country’s key advantages, said Pham Thuy Duong, research associate director at Dragon Capital Group. Vietnam has undergone a notable transformation in foreign direct investment over the past decade, with high-tech industries such as electronics and machinery drawing increased interest from global corporations. This shift has created new opportunities, boosted production capacity, improved workforce quality, and contributed to the country’s path toward sustainable development. However, U.S. policies such as sweeping tariffs or capital flow restrictions could impact the Vietnamese market in the near future. As a result, businesses should adjust their strategies by […]
Positioning for the next growth wave
By Le Hoang
