Vietnam pledges support for Japanese business expansion and regional cooperation

Vietnam stands ready to create optimal conditions for businesses from Japanese localities to establish operations, invest and succeed in the country, according to statements from General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President To Lam during recent high-level meetings.

The Vietnamese leader received delegations including the former chairman of the Japan-Vietnam Parliamentary Friendship Alliance, Japanese governors, and co-leader of Japan's Innovation Party. The visits underscored deepening political and economic engagement between the two nations.

Vietnam and Japan released a Joint Vision Statement during the meetings, signalling aligned strategic priorities and shared development objectives. The statement reflected both nations' commitment to strengthening cooperation across multiple sectors including trade, investment, technology and culture.

The diplomatic engagements highlight Vietnam's broader strategy to leverage partnerships with major Asian economies to drive economic growth and regional stability. Japanese investment and business presence in Vietnam has grown substantially in recent years, with Japanese firms operating across manufacturing, automotive, electronics and service sectors.

Official statements emphasised mutual respect, equality and mutual benefit as foundational principles guiding Vietnam-Japan relations moving forward.