Vietnam has recorded strong growth in foreign direct investment (FDI) — according to the Ministry of Planning and Investment, as of late June 2025, registered investments reached USD 15.2 billion, up 32.6% compared to the same period last year. This result demonstrates sustained confidence from international investors despite global economic risks and new trade restrictions.
📌 Key figures and sectors:
- The volume of new projects grew by 46.9% to reach 1,538, the highest figure in the last 5 years.
- Capital investments for the expansion of existing projects increased by nearly 35%.
In terms of investment volume, the largest sectors were:
- Manufacturing industry — $10.86 billion (71.4% of total FDI),
- Wholesale/Retail and logistics — $1.19 billion,
- Science and technology — $500 million.
📌 Top investing countries:
- Singapore maintains its leading position among investing countries, having invested over $6.28 billion.
- It is followed by Hong Kong and Japan.
📌 Project geography:
- Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, Haiphong, and Binh Duong remain among the largest investment recipients.
- Activity is also observed in central provinces (such as Da Nang and Quang Ninh), especially in projects related to electronics manufacturing, logistics, and renewable energy sources.
📌 Major investment projects of the first half of the year:
- Amcor expands semiconductor manufacturing in Bac Ninh.
- Foxconn announced a new electronics manufacturing project in Quang Ninh.
- South Korea's LG and Taiwan's Pegatron strengthen their positions in Haiphong.
📈 Conclusion:
Despite global challenges, including potential tariff barriers from the US, Vietnam continues to be a strategic manufacturing and logistics hub for international corporations. This is the result of attractive investment policies, a favorable geographical location, and active reforms in infrastructure and administrative procedures.
For the real estate sector, this translates into consistently high tenant demand, increased demand for industrial parks, and potential growth in residential property values across the country's key economic zones.