Vietnam FDI Hits Highest Since 2009, Driven by Mega Projects
Vietnam's registered foreign direct investment (FDI) reached $50.36 billion in the first nine months, the highest since 2009. While the number of new projects saw only a slight increase, the average investment per project surged, with Ho Chi Minh City, Thai Nguyen, and Nghe An provinces attracting major deals.
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