Capital emerges as northern high-tech FDI hub
VGP - Ha Noi attracted over US$3.9 billion in foreign direct investment (FDI) during the first ten months of 2025 — 2.4 times higher than the same period last year — strengthening its position as the northern region’s leading hub for high-tech investment.
Ha Noi attracted over US$3.9 billion in foreign direct investment (FDI) during the first ten months of 2025 - Illustration photo
The surge underscores the capital's growing appeal to high-value investors, driven by administrative reforms, improved infrastructure, and digital transformation.
During the period, the city licensed 342 new projects worth a combined US$316.7 million and approved capital increases for 120 existing ones, adding another US$3.2 billion. Foreign investors also conducted 318 capital contributions and share purchase deals totaling US$375.3 million.
Among the standout projects was Malaysia's Gamuda Land Viet Nam, which increased its Yen So Park project's capital by US$1.1 billion.
In October alone, Ha Noi recorded US$14.9 million in FDI, including 40 new projects worth US$9.9 million and 41 capital contribution and share purchase deals worth US$6.4 million.
Officials attributed the strong inflows to Ha Noi's efforts to enhance its investment climate through faster licensing, greater transparency, and the expansion of full-process online public services.
The city has also upgraded transport, utilities, and urban infrastructure—particularly through major projects such as ring roads, metro lines, and new urban areas—creating favorable conditions for multi-centered growth and sustainable development.
To attract multinational corporations and high-tech industries, the municipal administration has introduced a new package of investment incentives targeting projects with strong spillover effects on local enterprises. Close coordination among departments has helped remove bottlenecks, ensuring investment efficiency and timely disbursement.
Looking ahead to 2026–2030, Ha Noi plans to shift its FDI strategy from quantity to quality, prioritizing high-tech, green, and innovation-driven projects with strong linkages to domestic businesses.
The capital aims to host major investments in semiconductors, data centers, renewable energy, digital finance, and innovation, anchoring its role as the northern region's high-tech hub.
Ha Noi's multi-centered investment strategy connects key growth zones: Dong Anh–Soc Son–Me Linh (industry and logistics), Gia Lam–Long Bien (commerce and services), and Ha Dong–Hoai Duc (urban development, finance, and technology). This approach aligns with the Capital Region master plan, promoting balanced and interconnected growth.
By integrating FDI attraction with public transport development, especially in transit-oriented development (TOD) areas, the city aims to foster sustainable urban expansion, enhance land-use efficiency, and improve quality of life—further cementing Ha Noi's image as a dynamic and forward-looking investment destination in Viet Nam and the broader region./.
