Vietnam Prioritizes Quality in FDI Attraction, Focusing on Value Addition and Technology Transfer
Vietnam is shifting its focus in attracting foreign direct investment (FDI) from mere capital volume to enhancing technological standards, increasing value addition, and deepening Vietnamese enterprises' participation in international value chains. Lam Dong province is actively seeking investors for its southern area development, reflecting regional strategies.
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