Analysis Highlights Vietnam as Model for FDI-Led Growth in Asia
Analysis Highlights Vietnam as Model for FDI-Led Growth in Asia
HO CHI MINH CITY, Jan 15, 2026 (Saigon News) — Vietnam has emerged as a leading example of how foreign direct investment (FDI) can drive economic growth in Asia, benefiting from political stability, business-friendly reforms and integration into global supply chains, according to an industry analysis.
Many Asian economies have relied on FDI to support development, but results have varied widely depending on project execution and broader economic conditions, the analysis published by fdiintelligence.com said.
Vietnam stands out alongside economies such as Singapore and South Korea, which have strengthened investor confidence through consistent governance, transparent legal frameworks and sustained pro-business policies, the report said.
High-quality infrastructure — including special economic zones and efficient logistics networks — combined with a skilled and cost-competitive workforce, has further enhanced the region’s attractiveness to foreign investors.
The analysis cited U.S. technology group Intel as a prominent example of Vietnam’s FDI success. Since establishing a testing and assembly facility at Saigon Hi-Tech Park in 2010, Intel has expanded its operations with total investments of USD 1.5 billion, supported by Vietnam’s growing semiconductor ecosystem and its role as a lower-cost link in global electronics supply chains.
In October, Intel Vietnam General Director Kenneth Tse discussed with Vietnamese government officials the possibility of adding new production lines in the near future, the report said.
The analysis also noted that geopolitical positioning and participation in regional trade frameworks, including the 15-member Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP), have helped reinforce investor confidence.
At a time when some Western governments are adopting more protectionist policies in the name of economic security, Asia’s ability to maintain relatively open trade and investment regimes is seen as a key factor in sustaining FDI momentum, the report added.
