Investment inflows aligned with the 2025 forecast
## Booming Foreign Direct Investment in Vietnam
In the first half of 2025, Vietnam has witnessed a remarkable surge in foreign direct investment (FDI), with a diverse range of countries and sectors showing substantial growth.
### Overall FDI in Vietnam
The total FDI registered in Vietnam by June 30, 2025, amounted to approximately $21.51 billion, marking a 32.6% year-on-year increase[2][4]. Disbursed FDI reached $11.72 billion, up 8.1% year-on-year, marking the highest six-month figure since 2021[1][3]. The manufacturing and processing sector remains the top recipient, attracting $9.56 billion and accounting for 81.6% of realized FDI[1]. The real estate and electricity sectors also saw significant investments.
### Country-Specific Investments
Sweden has emerged as a significant contributor, investing $1 billion, making it the third-largest source of new FDI in Vietnam during the first half of 2025[4]. This includes investments like a $1 billion circular textiles hub by SYRE[2].
Although specific figures for Malaysia's investment in Vietnam are not detailed in recent reports, the broader trend of increased FDI from regional and global investors suggests that Malaysia could also be participating in this growth.
### Sector-Specific Investments
High-tech manufacturing, including semiconductors and electronics, is a key area attracting robust FDI inflows. This sector is crucial in generating new production capacity and employment opportunities for Vietnam[1]. However, specific figures for these sectors are not detailed, but they are part of the broader manufacturing sector that dominates FDI in Vietnam.
### Streamlined Investment Process
The Vietnamese government is promoting investment process reform, aiming to shorten the licensing time to 15-30 days for high-tech projects. Moreover, the Ministry of Industry and Trade has taken over the C/O issuance process and plans to roll out a fully digital system nationwide, expected to reduce paperwork, improve turnaround times, and integrate more seamlessly with digital customs systems and electronic signatures.
### Notable Investments
Notable investments include Goertek's new project, which will bring more experts and new technology equipment to Vietnam, and the expansion of Foxconn's investments in Vietnam's electronics sector. The amended Investment Law in Vietnam simplifies special investment procedures, including no need for fire prevention, environmental, and construction assessments before granting investment licences for some strategic projects.
In addition, ready-built factories (RBFs) in Vietnam are experiencing growth due to foreign investment, offering a strategic springboard for investors amid growing rental yields and occupancy rates.
### The Future of FDI in Vietnam
With over 1,990 new projects licensed in the first half of 2025, total registered capital standing at nearly $9.3 billion, and a supportive investment environment, Vietnam continues to be a bright spot for attractting foreign direct investment. Nearly 72% of European business leaders are willing to recommend Vietnam as an investment destination[5], and leaders from corporations such as Visa, Amazon Web Services, Trip.com, and tech giants like Google, Siemens, Qualcomm, and Ericsson have shared their intentions to invest and expand activities in Vietnam.
In some localities such as Bac Giang, Vinh Phuc, and Quang Ninh, a one-stop investment support service centre on site model is being piloted to further streamline the investment process and attract more foreign investors.
In conclusion, Vietnam's strategic position in the global supply chain, flexible domestic policies, and ongoing investment process reforms continue to make it an attractive destination for foreign direct investment, particularly in the high-tech manufacturing sector.
- The high-tech manufacturing sector in Vietnam, which includes semiconductors and electronics, is a significant area attracting foreign direct investment (FDI), as it generates new production capacity and employment opportunities.
- Technology, such as new equipment and expertise, is being brought into Vietnam through investments from companies like Goertek, which can contribute to the technological advancement of Vietnam's industries.
