Ho Chi Minh City has invited businesses from Japan’s Aichi Prefecture to expand investment in manufacturing, high‑technology, logistics and green energy. This invitation signals new job and skill possibilities for Vietnamese workers in the city.

Japan ranked third among 152 countries investing in Ho Chi Minh City, with 2,346 projects and about US$15.36 billion in registered capital as of August 31. Such a large portfolio suggests many new positions in manufacturing and high‑tech sectors.

Pham Quang Nhat, head of the Ho Chi Minh City Investment and Trade Promotion Center, said the city attracted more than $19.1 billion in foreign investment during the first ten months of 2026, a four‑fold increase over the same period last year. The rapid inflow is likely to spur further hiring, especially in advanced industries.

With a population exceeding 14 million and contributing about 23.5 % of Vietnam’s GDP, Ho Chi Minh City offers strong financial, industrial and logistics networks, as well as extensive port facilities. These advantages make the city an attractive hub for companies that need local talent and supply‑chain expertise.

Conference talks highlighted workforce development and AI adoption, reflecting a growing demand for skilled labor and advanced technologies in both markets. Vietnamese workers who acquire AI‑related and high‑tech skills will be well placed to benefit from the expanding Aichi investment.