Hanoi's FDI Reaches 100.88% of Last Year's Figures by September 2026

Key pointsAs of September 23, 2026, Hanoi's Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) has reached approximately $3.875 billion, achieving 86.11% of the annual target. This result demonstrates long-term confidence from international investors and proves the effectiveness of the city's strong institutional reforms. Hanoi has announced over 290 projects, improving the business environment for investors.
Business impactFor Japanese companies, the increase in Hanoi's FDI signifies new business opportunities. Particularly, with the improvement in the investment environment, companies considering entry should closely monitor future developments.

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Key pointsベトナムとカンボジアは、貿易額を200億ドルに引き上げることを目指しています。両国の首相は、貿易障壁を取り除き、生産の連携を強化することに合意しました。2025年には、貿易額が114億ドルに達し、前年よりも12%増加しています。
Business impact日本企業は、両国間の貿易拡大に伴い、新たなビジネスチャンスを見出すことができるため、特に製造業や物流業界において、戦略的な投資を検討する価値があります。

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Key pointsサイゴン・ハノイ商業銀行（SHB）の株価が連続して下落し、10,000ドンに達しました。SHBは、事業活動が安定していることを強調し、株主に対して安心感を与えるための声明を発表しました。株価の下落は、投資家の不安を引き起こしており、SHBは資本増強計画を進めていることも明らかにしました。
Business impact日本企業は、SHBの株価動向を注視し、金融リスク管理を強化する必要があります。また、SHBとの取引がある企業は、今後の資本政策に影響を受ける可能性があるため、注意が必要です。

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Key pointsホーチミン市は、BOT契約の早期終了に関する新たなメカニズムを導入することを決定しました。この決定は、交通インフラの拡張と改善を目的としており、特に小規模なプロジェクトに適用されます。市は、契約終了の条件や手続きを明確にし、投資家との合意を基にした契約の早期終了を可能にします。これにより、交通需要の増加に対応するための道路の拡張が促進される見込みです。
Business impact日本企業は、ホーチミン市でのインフラ投資において、契約の早期終了に関する新しいルールを理解し、適切な対応を検討する必要があります。特に、BOTプロジェクトに関与している企業は、契約の見直しや再交渉の可能性を考慮するべきです。

Key pointsOn October 9, 2023, Nikkei Asia reported on the competition among international energy companies in Vietnam. Companies from the US, Japan, and Russia are intensifying their activities around Vietnam's abundant oil and gas resources, particularly the Sao Vàng – Đại Nguyệt gas field operated by Idemitsu Kosan, which produces approximately 4 million cubic meters of gas per day. This project has construction costs exceeding 100 billion yen, with plans to add five more wells in the future. US companies Murphy Oil and ExxonMobil are also advancing large-scale projects, leading to intensified competition for labor.
Business impactJapanese companies face an urgent need to secure talented personnel as competition in the energy sector intensifies. This may require a review of recruitment strategies and labor conditions, which could impact project progress and cost management.

Key pointsOn January 9, 2026, the Hanoi People's Committee announced the organization of a beverage festival themed 'Hanoi - The Essence of Vietnamese Beverages,' with participation from 60 companies. The festival is part of Hanoi's investment, trade, and tourism promotion program, coinciding with the celebration of the 72nd anniversary of the liberation day with fireworks.
Business impactThis event will provide new business opportunities for the beverage industry and serve as a chance for Japanese companies to expand their networks.

Key pointsVietnam's tax authorities are conducting a tax number cleanup campaign to facilitate smooth tax procedures for businesses. This initiative aims to process procedures quickly for companies that have fulfilled their tax obligations without requiring additional documentation. By the end of September 2026, approximately 125,000 tax numbers are expected to be invalidated, showing a 30% increase. Additionally, over 52,000 companies have completed their tax obligations and are proceeding with dissolution procedures.
Business impactThis measure is particularly significant for companies that have been inactive for a long time. Japanese businesses should consider this simplification of tax procedures, as it allows for quicker business withdrawal or resumption in their future planning.