FDI inflows into Ha Noi climb 1.6 times to US$3.8 billion
VGP - Ha Noi attracted over US$3.8 billion in foreign direct investment (FDI) in the first eight months of 2025, marking a 1.6-fold increase year-on-year, according to the city’s latest data.
Ha Noi attracted over US$3.8 billion in foreign direct investment (FDI) in the first eight months of 2025
From January to August, the capital approved 257 new projects worth US$282 million, while 106 existing projects registered capital increases totaling US$3.2 billion. In addition, foreign investors executed 284 capital contribution and share purchase transactions valued at US$337 million.
In August alone, Ha Noi recorded US$52.8 million in FDI, comprising 35 newly licensed projects, seven projects with additional capital, and 75 capital contribution and share purchase deals.
The city's momentum is being driven by a series of breakthrough policy measures aimed at enhancing its attractiveness to foreign investors. The amended 2024 Capital Law grants Hanoi greater autonomy to implement preferential policies, strengthen land management, and accelerate infrastructure upgrades.
Further, a resolution passed by the Ha Noi People's Council in July 2025 outlines specific criteria for strategic investors, focusing on financial strength, technology transfer commitments, and project timelines to ensure resources are effectively allocated.
The city is prioritizing high-quality projects in advanced technologies, green industries, and premium services, especially those pledging technology transfer and collaboration with local enterprises. To this end, Ha Noi is intensifying efforts to court multinational corporations and technology-focused investment funds.
Supporting this vision, the city is fast-tracking the development of dedicated industrial parks and high-tech zones, notably the Hoa Lac Hi-tech Park, which is being positioned as a leading hub for cutting-edge FDI projects.
Investment promotion activities are also being expanded through international conferences, forums, and direct engagement with key partners from China, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, and Taiwan (China)./.
