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Samsung Electro-Mechanics has announced a major investment of $1.2 billion in its Vietnam manufacturing subsidiary, marking a significant strategic shift toward high value AI semiconductor components. The company has already received an investment registration certificate from Vietnam's Foreign Investment Agency for AI Flip-Chip Ball Grid Array (FC-BGA) production. Advancing Vietnam’s High-Tech Manufacturing Capabilities Samsung Electro-Mechanics Factory FC-BGA substrates are a critical component in the AI semiconductor ecosystem. These high-density package substrates connect chips to main circuit boards, delivering improvements in performance, integration density, and thermal management, capabilities in high demand across AI servers, data centers, robotics, and autonomous vehicle platforms. With this latest commitment, Samsung Electro-Mechanics will have accumulated approximately $2.2 billion worth of FC-BGA production facilities in Vietnam alone, following an earlier $850 million plant established in 2021. The scale of the new investment mirrors the company's initial $1.2 billion entry into Vietnam back in 2013, when it first set up camera modules and PCB factories, a signal of how significantly the strategic focus has shifted from consumer electronics toward AI infrastructure components. Vietnam's Growing Role in the Global AI Semiconductor Supply Chain Vietnam began producing FC-BGA at the Samsung Electro-Mechanics facility in 2024, and this new investment is expected to substantially scale that capacity. Analysts view the move as an effort to close the gap with Japanese and Taiwanese incumbents, including Ibiden, Shinko Electric, and Unimicron, who currently hold over 70% of the global FC-BGA market share. Industry analyst Park Kang-ho of Daishin Securities projects that the large-scale expansion could position Samsung Electro-Mechanics as a top global player in the segment, noting that "a structural shortage in FC-BGA for AI servers and data centers is set to continue" throughout 2026. Implications for Vietnam's Tech Ecosystem This investment reflects a broader trend of global technology leaders deepening their manufacturing commitments in Vietnam, particularly in high value semiconductor components. For Vietnam, the expansion signals a maturing role in the global technology supply chain, moving beyond assembly and consumer electronics into advanced AI hardware components. As AI demand for high performance computing infrastructure continues to accelerate, Vietnam's position as a manufacturing hub for critical semiconductor substrates is set to grow in strategic importance. Source: Tech in Asia

On August 7, 2025, SAP announced the opening of a new research and development center in Ho Chi Minh City. This initiative comes with a commitment to invest more than €150 million over the next five years, reflecting the company’s strategy to expand its operations in the Asia–Pacific region. This marks a significant expansion in the company’s global R&D operations, reflecting a long-term commitment to the Vietnamese market. SAP Launches R&D Center in Vietnam As the second SAP Labs hub in Southeast Asia, after Singapore, SAP Labs Vietnam is poised to play a pivotal role in the company’s product development strategy. The facility will focus on key technological areas, including sustainable digital supply chains and intelligent enterprise solutions featuring artificial intelligence (AI). At the time of launch, the center had already recruited over 200 employees (since September 2024) and plans to expand to about 500 employees by 2027. The company is also partnering with universities in Ho Chi Minh City to develop talent pipelines in advanced fields such as AI, data analytics, and software engineering. Vietnam has rapidly emerged as a competitive technology hub in the region, supported by a young, skilled workforce, growing digital infrastructure, and an increasing number of global technology investments. The opening of SAP Labs Vietnam reflects this momentum, positioning the country as a strategic destination for research, innovation, and high-value technology development. Source: TheLEADER

As global supply chains continue to evolve and competition intensifies both internationally and domestically, many Vietnamese supporting industry enterprises are exploring the adoption of smart factory models as a practical solution to improve efficiency, reduce operational costs, and meet higher production standards. To support this transition, the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MOIT), in cooperation with Samsung Vietnam, has implemented the Smart Factory Development Support Project since 2022. The initiative focuses on assisting businesses in integrating digital technologies and automated systems into their production processes. Over three years (2022–2024), the project has provided consulting services to 72 enterprises and trained 122 Vietnamese professionals in smart factory development. These efforts aim to help businesses gradually improve their production systems and internal capabilities. The Smart Factory Development Support Project has brought many positive changes to participating enterprises. Through a structured approach combining theoretical training and on-site consultation, participating companies have begun to integrate real-time data collection, analysis tools, and automation into their operations. This allows for more informed decision-making, streamlined workflows, and better control over quality and productivity. In many cases, manual processes have been replaced or upgraded with more automated solutions, helping companies shorten production cycles and respond more effectively to client demands. The project’s outcomes show that smart factory practices can support enterprises in improving management systems, enhancing production consistency, and aligning with the operational requirements of global partners. Additionally, the training and consulting provided during the program have contributed to building a base of local experts capable of continuing support and improvement efforts beyond the initial implementation phase. In 2025, the program is set to continue with the goal of supporting an additional group of enterprises from both northern and southern regions of Vietnam. The process includes selecting suitable businesses, providing in-depth evaluations, and guiding the implementation of digital production tools and management systems. This includes a period of theoretical training, followed by hands-on consulting aimed at optimizing production sites and laying the groundwork for ongoing improvement. Through the Smart Factory Development Project, Vietnamese enterprises can strengthen their competitiveness to meet global standards across the entire value chain, including product development, manufacturing, and sales. Alongside production improvements, the initiative also contributes to broader goals, such as increasing the localization of manufacturing, enhancing supplier capabilities, and fostering stronger links between Vietnamese enterprises and larger global manufacturers. These efforts are part of a long-term strategy to strengthen Vietnam’s industrial base, in line with national development plans through 2030 and beyond. The partnership between MOIT and Samsung Vietnam reflects a cooperative model between government and business that helps enterprises gain access to resources, expertise, and practical methods for operational improvement. Rather than a one-size-fits-all approach, the program encourages step-by-step adaptation tailored to each company’s specific context. For many businesses, adopting smart factory models is not simply a matter of technology, but part of a broader shift toward more data-informed, efficient, and responsive manufacturing practices. As these efforts continue, they offer participating enterprises a chance to improve competitiveness and better align with the evolving needs of the global supply chain. Source: congthuong.vn

On June 11, 2025, the Australia–Vietnam Strategic Technology Centre (AVSTC) was officially launched at the Posts and Telecommunications Institute of Technology (PTIT) in Hanoi. This initiative marks a new milestone in the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between Australia and Vietnam, with a focus on accelerating cooperation in emerging technologies. The AVSTC is a joint effort between PTIT and the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), supported by Australia’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade and Vietnam’s Ministry of Science and Technology. The centre aims to drive research and innovation in priority areas, including 5G/6G, AI, semiconductors, cybersecurity, quantum technology, and digital infrastructure. The Australia-Vietnam Strategic Technology Centre opening ceremony Australia has invested AUD 2.1 million in the establishment and early operations of the centre. The AVSTC will also serve as a platform for academic collaboration and talent training. At the launch, covering topics such as AI applications, satellite technologies, and quantum computing. Nearly 100 scholarships were awarded to young Vietnamese professionals, and 19 outstanding women were recognized for their contributions to science and technology through the “Women in Technology and Innovation” initiative. The centre is expected to become a key driver of tech cooperation and innovation between Australia and Vietnam in the coming years. Source: Vnexpress

The 2025 Economic Forum (HEF 2025) held in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, marks a breakthrough development as it transitions into the Autumn Economic Forum of 2025. Held from November 24 to 28, 2025, the event featured the overarching theme, "Green Transformation in the Digital Age." The forum showcased a new strategic vision, elevating it to one of the key annual international events in the city and across the country. Ho Chi Minh City Autumn Economic Forum (HEF) With the theme “Artificial Intelligence – From Technologies to Applications,” the forum gathered over 1,500 delegates both domestically and internationally. It became a focal point for strategic discussions, where economic challenges intersected with the need for implementing modern technologies, particularly AI infrastructure and applications capable of making an immediate impact in real-world environments. The discussions emphasized that Vietnam's AI development efforts, especially in Ho Chi Minh City, must be closely linked to verifiable real data, real environments, and scalable models that can benefit both businesses and megacities in the green and digital era. TMA – A Leading AI Development Unit in Vietnam During the specialized discussion sessions on November 25 and 26, TMA Innovation, a subsidiary of the TMA Technology Group, participated as a key member in the development of the Data Center and Artificial Intelligence project (Mini Data Center, Edge Data Center). The core goal of this project is to focus on researching and developing digital infrastructure and AI solutions branded "Made in Vietnam," while conducting real-life testing and operation of technological platforms within the domestic market. TMA Innovation shared at the forum that the sustainable development of AI is not only about algorithms but also greatly depends on the ecosystem of infrastructure, business-academic collaboration models, and the ability to deploy AI workloads at the network edge. The collaboration stories regarding Mini/Edge AI Data Centers were an active contribution by TMA, aiming to expand the AI testing and deployment program, with the goal of building local AI capabilities in Vietnam. Mr. Thái Thanh Nhật (right) presents AI technology at the forum With 28 years of experience in software development and a team of over 4,000 engineers, TMA has been expanding from traditional outsourcing to deep technology research and solution development. This journey has positioned TMA as one of the top companies with outstanding AI deployment capabilities in Vietnam. AI is no longer just a research topic; it must be built into products, operate stably, and be ready for large-scale implementation for businesses. TMA Innovation Representatives at the Forum Conclusion For TMA, HEF 2025 is not just a forum but a moment to kickstart creative collaborations that will accelerate Vietnam's AI development, bringing it closer to solving business challenges and laying the foundation for smart megacities.

On June 10, 2025, Qualcomm launched an Artificial Intelligence research and development centre in Vietnam. This move is part of Qualcomm’s global AI expansion strategy and marks a significant milestone in the growing tech partnership between Vietnam and the United States.Qualcomm stated that the initiative supports Vietnam’s strategies in AI, semiconductors, and digital transformation, with a focus on technology transfer, ecosystem partnerships, and talent development. The new AI center will operate in both Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, focusing on innovative technologies such as generative AI, agentic AI, and their applications in smartphones, personal computers, extended reality (XR) devices, automotive, and the Internet of Things (IoT).Qualcomm highlighted Vietnam’s strategic appeal not only in terms of geography but also due to its growing pool of young, innovative engineers. Since 2020, Qualcomm has maintained offices in Vietnam and launched the Qualcomm Vietnam Innovation Challenge to support local tech startups in developing and commercializing their products.Source: Reuters