Vietnam is entering a new chapter in the global economic landscape by shifting the focus of its foreign direct investment (FDI) policy. According to records from the Ministry of Finance, investment realization in the first semester of 2026 recorded a significant jump of 61%, with registered value reaching US$34.6 billion. This figure underscores Vietnam's position as a primary destination for international investors amid shifting global supply chain dynamics.
This paradigm shift is formally articulated in Resolution No. 10-NQ/TW issued by the Politburo. The Vietnamese government is no longer merely pursuing capital quantity, but is instead prioritizing high-quality investment. The main focus is directed toward strategic sectors such as the semiconductor industry, artificial intelligence (AI), green technology, and research and development (R&D) centers that generate technology spillover effects for the domestic industrial sector.
For the domestic business sector, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs), this policy direction opens wide the doors for participation in multinational corporate ecosystems. This opportunity is considered highly prospective for women entrepreneurs, who dominate supporting industry sectors such as logistics, textiles, and services. However, the challenge lies in local companies' ability to meet strict standards regarding governance, digital transformation, and sustainability principles or ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance).
The success of several local companies in becoming Tier 1 suppliers to tech giants like Samsung serves as clear proof that managerial readiness is the main key. With appropriate support regarding credit access and international standardization, women-led businesses possess the flexibility to adapt to constantly changing global market demands.
Economic experts, including those from Savills Vietnam and the OECD, emphasize that the value of Vietnam's future success will no longer be measured by incoming capital volume alone. Instead, investment effectiveness will be judged by how much technology and knowledge are absorbed into the national business ecosystem. Synchronization between government policy and domestic private sector readiness serves as a crucial foundation for FDI to create a multiplier effect that sustainably strengthens national economic competitiveness.
