Leaders of Da Nang city in central Vietnam have proposed a collaboration between Da Nang and the State of Oregon (the U.S.), with  focus on priority areas such as chip technology, logistics, and the development of free trade zone (FTZ) infrastructure.

Mr. Ho Ky Minh, Permanent Vice Chairman of the City People's Committee, made the proposal during a recent reception for a delegation from Oregon, led by Mr. Daniel Loc Nguyen, Oregon State Representative, and Chair of the Committee on Economic Development, Trade and Small Business.

Da Nang expects cooperation between the US in general, and Oregon in particular, with Da Nang to be strengthened in areas such as high-tech manufacturing, semiconductors, artificial intelligence, agricultural and food products, forestry and timber, trade, and consulting services, among others.

Mr. Minh emphasised that with a model of a free trade zone and an international financial center, along with specific mechanisms, Da Nang will have the conditions for strong breakthroughs in the coming period.

The city is ready to create favorable conditions for Oregon businesses to explore its investment environment, supporting "Lab" models to connect with international cooperation programs in microchip research, design, packaging, and testing.

Mr. Nguyen affirmed that Oregon wishes to enhance cooperation and exchange with Da Nang across all sectors, including those the city prioritizes for development.

Oregon is known as "Silicon Forest," boasting over 6,000 high-tech businesses, including major companies like Intel, Tektronix, and HP, with Intel having its largest global facility located there.

Along with California and Texas, Oregon is one of the few US states specializing in semiconductor manufacturing.