80TH Anniversary August Revolution and National Day
Log in
Business

Samsung considers Vietnam global strategic base

Samsung is stepping up investment activities in Vietnam, including the construction of a research & development (R&D) center. Part of the process would be the transfer of Samsung’s cutting-edge technologies to the center, said a Samsung executive.

South Korea’s tech giant Samsung considered Vietnam its global strategic base and is committed to long-term business in the country, according to Shim Won Hwan, Samsung’s general director. 
 
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc and Samsung's CEO Shim Won Hwan. Source: VGP.
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc and Samsung's CEO Shim Won Hwan. Source: VGP.
Samsung Vietnam has seen the most impressive growth rate among Samsung’s affiliates all over the world, indicating a strong commitment of the group to Vietnamese government, Shim said in a meeting with Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc on January 11. 

At present, Samsung is stepping up investment activities in Vietnam, including the construction of a research & development (R&D) center. Part of the process would be the transfer of Samsung’s cutting-edge technologies to the center, Shim added. 

Shim, formerly CEO of Samsung Vietnam, expressed his impression over the country’s high economic growth, reaching the 10-year record growth of 7.08% in 2018. He added that Samsung is pleased to have contributed to such success. 

At the meeting, Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc said Samsung is an example of the bilateral relation between Vietnam and South Korea. Phuc stressed the government gives priority to creating favorable conditions for the group’s success in Vietnam. 

In the coming time, the government would continue to stabilize the macro economy and improve business environment. Phuc valued Samsung’s commitment to maintaining its status as the largest foreign investor in Vietnam, expecting the group to expand investment in the country. 

Responding to Phuc’s statement, newly-appointed Samsung Vietnam CEO Choi Joon Ho said the government has always been supporting to Samsung Vietnam’s operation. Choi stated that he is strongly committed to the development of Vietnam. 
Reactions:
Share:
Trending
Most Viewed
Vietnam targets 5G nationwide coverage this year

Vietnam targets 5G nationwide coverage this year

Vietnam is accelerating 5G expansion and smart city development as key pillars of its digital transformation agenda.

Vietnam fast-tracks smart city policy with new draft decree

Vietnam fast-tracks smart city policy with new draft decree

Smart cities are poised to become a cornerstone for advancing Vietnam’s digital and urban economies.

Vietnam sees OCOP as pathway to inclusive, sustainable rural value chains

Vietnam sees OCOP as pathway to inclusive, sustainable rural value chains

The forum recognizes Vietnam’s OCOP model as a catalyst for inclusive and sustainable rural development.

Vietnam home to nearly 17,000 OCOP products  

Vietnam home to nearly 17,000 OCOP products  

OCOP production brings governments, enterprises, cooperatives, and communities together to foster capacity building, quality control, brand development, and market connectivity.

Public-private cooperation key to boost sustainable growth 

Public-private cooperation key to boost sustainable growth 

President Luong Cuong identified public-private partnerships as a major way of promoting economic growth and sustainable development among APEC member states.

Ho Chi Minh City to invest $7 billion in international financial center

Ho Chi Minh City to invest $7 billion in international financial center

Developing the international financial center may cost US$6.6 billion.

Hanoi expands employment opportunities through interprovincial job exchanges

Hanoi expands employment opportunities through interprovincial job exchanges

Online job sessions hosted by Hanoi help break geographic barriers and boost regional labor force mobility.

Vietnam Gov't targets GDP growth up to 8.5% this year

Vietnam Gov't targets GDP growth up to 8.5% this year

Hanoi, being one of the country's key growth engines, is encouraged to achieve an 8.5% GDP growth rate this year.