South Korean investors

Reopening pressures space for ventures

April 14, 2022 | 09:00

Although many South Korean investors were overjoyed with the reopening of international borders, land plots are increasingly rare in Vietnam due to limited supply and slow land clearance, pushing prices up.

South Koreans stay at summit of flow charts

January 20, 2022 | 16:59

South Korean investors have yet again managed to stay at the top of the food chain in Vietnam’s investment environment in 2021. However, their presence also entails a network of satellite businesses that leave little room for domestic competitors.

Curbs fail to faze South Korean M&A

October 13, 2021 | 23:44

Despite a general slowdown in foreign direct investment stemming from South Korea during the pandemic, investors from the country are nevertheless continuing their acquisition spree in Vietnam, with millions of US dollars being spent snapping up local groups.

Making the most of South Korean demand

July 08, 2021 | 09:00

During the past several months Synic Solution Co., Ltd, a South Korean fabless semiconductor manufacturing company, has been looking for a domestic company to establish a joint venture in order to exploit the potential of the semiconductor manufacturing s

Improving for South Korean groups

July 07, 2021 | 12:43

South Korea wants to upgrade its diplomatic relations with Vietnam to a comprehensive strategic partnership.

South Korean investors back from recess

April 22, 2021 | 10:00

The South Korean investment landscape in Vietnam is brightening up, following new investments worth billions of dollars, with SK and Hanwha pouring a great deal into their projects.

Space for South Korean involvement

August 27, 2020 | 08:00

With investors from South Korea investing heavily in the high-tech industry as well as commercial and financial projects aligned with the new development direction of Quang Ninh, the north-eastern province is paying growing regard to spurring investment flows from the East Asian country.

South Korean investment ties aided

July 13, 2020 | 21:46

Vietnam and South Korea are expected to implement a plan on opening their doors wider for each other to boost trade and investment ties as both have been almost successful in flattening the pandemic curve quickly.

South Korean investment gusto undeterred by pandemic blows

July 09, 2020 | 09:00

With Vietnam increasing focus on its business and investment climate, South Korean investors are hoping to expand into the country to venture into various fields, even despite the ongoing health crisis measures.

Nghe An conquers hearts of South Korean investors

July 06, 2020 | 17:29

Preparing complete industrial infrastructure in collaboration with offering particular incentives, the central province of Nghe An is rising as an attractive investment destination for foreign investors, especially those from South Korea.

Lucrative business deals on South Korean radar

March 10, 2020 | 13:00

South Korean investors are continuing to bet on Vietnam’s prospects despite the coronavirus outbreak slowing down business activities both at home and abroad.

Banking M&A activity could surpass 2019 outcomes

January 08, 2020 | 10:28

The recent rising appetite for M&A in Vietnamese banks from South Korean investors may be a positive sign reflecting a brighter economic outlook and a hunger for growth.

Bac Ninh vows to facilitate foreign firms

September 27, 2019 | 11:39

The northern province of Bac Ninh has always created the best possible conditions for foreign investors including those from South Korea.

South Korean investors unveil smart urban area plans for Long An Province

September 11, 2019 | 15:13

With its excellent geographical location for trade and economic development and the potential to become the country’s leading agricultural hub, Long An Province is ideal for developing a smart urban area, according to experts.