Japanese foreign direct investment is strengthening Vietnam’s manufacturing capacity and accelerating the green transition as companies expand production and adopt sustainable solutions.
Vietnam is an important market and strategic manufacturing base for Japanese investors. Japan has more than 5,800 active projects in Vietnam, with registered capital exceeding 81 billion USD.
Free trade agreements have reduced tariffs, facilitated trade and opened opportunities in regional production networks and supply chains.
Honda, Panasonic, Kao Vietnam and Sumitomo have expanded operations. New Japanese investment is flowing into industrial parks and greener manufacturing.
Oji has begun building an aseptic carton packaging factory under its Oji Liquid Pak brand. The 110 million USD project is in Long Thanh High-Tech Park, Dong Nai.
The investment reinforces Vietnam’s role as Oji’s strategic manufacturing and supply hub in Southeast Asia and supports circular packaging.
Dong Nai authorities said the project would support local industry, domestic production and Vietnamese participation in regional supply chains.
The authorities pledged support and coordination so projects can comply with regulations and begin operations soon.
Oji Liquid Pak said manufacturing is moving towards standards combining recyclable materials, efficiency and food safety.
The factory will produce food packaging and provide research, technical services, and installation and maintenance of Japanese equipment.
Japanese investment also covers natural-science research, machinery repair, equipment installation, and trade under Vietnamese law.
Ho Chi Minh City authorities are helping investors start projects sooner and reduce planning and construction procedures.
Authorities are shifting from administrative procedures to monitoring projects from preparation through operation.
Politburo Resolution No. 10-NQ/TW, dated June 8, 2026, shifts investment policy from quantity to quality, prioritising technology, innovation, workforce development and technology transfer.
Vietnam aims to move beyond labour-intensive assembly and become a technology-driven investment destination with higher added value and sustainable industrial growth.
Sources: VietnamPlus / Vietnam News Agency
