Vietnam Unveils Largest Semiconductor Expo, Signaling Global Ambitions for Chip Industry

Vietnam’s largest international semiconductor exhibition, SemiExpo Vietnam 2025 has finally opened on November 07, 2025, in Ho Chi Minh City. This milestone event brings together approximately 5,000 delegates and features 200 booths from leading global technology firms, including Samsung, Intel, and Amkor. The exhibition highlights Vietnam’s rapid ascent in the semiconductor sector, driven by proactive government policies and increasing foreign direct investment.

Vietnam’s government has laid out a strategic roadmap to position the country as a key player in the global semiconductor supply chain. Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh’s Decision No. 1018/QD-TTg, issued on September 21, 2024, outlines a comprehensive strategy through 2030 with a vision to 2050, focusing on manufacturing capacity, talent development, and integration into the global market. According to Vietnam Briefing, the Vietnamese semiconductor industry is projected to reach a market value of US$31.28 billion by 2027, with a compound annual growth rate of 11.6% between 2023 and 2027.The exhibition features key elements such as an innovation and career hub, high-level policy dialogue, technical workshops, and networking events. These activities reflect the country’s ambition to foster a skilled workforce and attract top-tier talent. Under the national strategy, Vietnam aims to train at least 50,000 high-quality semiconductor professionals by 2030, creating a solid foundation for industry growth and global competitiveness. More details on workforce development are available from VietnamPlus.You would love to read :Semiconductor Workforce Shortage Threatens $1 Trillion Industry AmbitionsThe presence of major multinational companies and the acceleration of Vietnam’s first domestic chip plant underscore the strong interest from foreign investors. Industry experts and local media have responded positively, commending the government’s proactive approach to policy and investment, which is expected to power double-digit growth for the sector in the coming years. OpenGov Asia notes that Vietnam is targeting at least 8% GDP growth in 2025, with the semiconductor sector playing a pivotal role in driving the country’s smart industry transformation.For those interested in further tech news discussion, join our WhatsApp group WireUnwired Research or our LinkedIn community WireUnwired Research.