Vietnam Seeks New Growth Engines, Focusing on FDI Attraction and Economic Restructuring
Vietnam continues to attract strong foreign investment, with registered FDI reaching $50.36 billion in the first nine months of 2026, a 76.4% year-on-year increase. The nation is focusing on economic restructuring and fostering new growth drivers, emphasizing international cooperation and domestic economic revitalization.
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