Vietnam Attracts Strong FDI Interest, Up 76.4% in Nine Months
Vietnam attracted significant foreign direct investment (FDI) in the first nine months of 2026, with registered capital reaching $50.36 billion, a 76.4% year-on-year increase. Disbursed capital also rose 12.1% to $21.07 billion, the highest in five years, underscoring Vietnam's growing role in global supply chains.
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