High-Tech Foreign Direct Investment in Vietnam: A Strategic Shift
Vietnam is increasingly solidifying its reputation as a key player in the global landscape of high-tech foreign direct investment (FDI). A notable recent development exemplifying this shift is UNIVACCO Technology Inc.’s decision to lease nearly 30,000 square meters of land at Long Thanh Industrial Park in Dong Nai Province. This strategic move positions Vietnam as UNIVACCO’s pivotal production base in Southeast Asia, reflecting a growing trend among foreign investors.
UNIVACCO Technology Inc.: A Game Changer
Founded in 1990 and based in Taiwan, UNIVACCO specializes in vacuum metal coating and advanced surface treatment technologies. Their products cater to the printing, packaging, and high-tech materials sectors and enjoy a robust distribution network across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. By establishing operations in Vietnam, UNIVACCO aims to implement international manufacturing standards, utilize advanced production technologies, and enhance its logistics systems. This initiative will also bolster supply capabilities for high-end packaging and environmentally friendly materials.
A Broader Shift in Investment Strategies
According to Savills Vietnam, UNIVACCO’s venture is part of a larger trend among high-tech companies that are becoming more selective and strategic in their investment decisions. Vietnam is increasingly viewed favorably for its production stability, cost competitiveness, and integration into global value chains. High-tech foreign investment is shifting away from opportunistic choices toward a long-term strategic focus, showcasing Vietnam not just as a manufacturing hub but as an integrated platform for sustained innovation and production.
Selective Decision-Making Trends
Insights from Cushman & Wakefield Vietnam’s fourth-quarter 2025 report indicate that investors are prioritizing long-term expansion potential, integrated infrastructure, and a transparent legal framework. Nguyen Phuoc Thuan, Director at Cushman & Wakefield Vietnam, notes that businesses are increasingly looking to regions with large land reserves and improving connectivity as they plan to enter and scale operations in Vietnam over the next five to ten years.
Infrastructure and Policy Coherence
Experts emphasize that the successful attraction of the next generation of manufacturing, electronics, and logistics enterprises will hinge on the readiness of infrastructure as much as on land availability. The combination of a transparent and efficient investment environment, coherent policies, and development-ready infrastructures not only eases the process for foreign investors but also boosts confidence in the Vietnamese market.
Impressive Growth Metrics
Despite global economic uncertainties, Vietnam continues to attract substantial FDI. In 2025, the total registered foreign investment reached approximately US$38.42 billion, marking a 0.5% year-on-year increase. The disbursed FDI was even more promising, amounting to US$27.62 billion—recording a 9% increase from the previous year and reaching the highest level during the 2021–2025 period. The processing and manufacturing sectors captured the lion’s share, drawing in about US$9.80 billion, or 56.5% of the total registered capital.
Regional Dynamics in High-Tech Investment
Regions like Da Nang are also looking to strengthen cooperation with countries such as South Korea in areas like high technology, human resource training, and cultural exchange. The central city’s proactive approach to fostering investment partnerships evidences Vietnam’s commitment to becoming a regional hub for high-tech industries.
Looking Ahead
As Vietnam continues to refine its image and bolster its strategic value, the trajectory of high-tech FDI looks promising. The combination of favorable investment conditions, selectivity in decision-making, and strong government policy coherence will likely position Vietnam as a dominant player in the high-tech sector in the coming years.