The People’s Committee of Da Nang city, central Vietnam, has approved a cooperation promotion plan with Japanese partners for the 2026–2030 period, aiming to deepen comprehensive and sustainable ties in a new phase of development.
According to the city’s Department of Foreign Affairs, the central city has established official friendship and cooperation agreements with six Japanese localities, including those known for their strengths in industry, urban development, and technology. These partnerships are expected to facilitate greater exchanges in expertise and technology while opening up new investment opportunities.
Japan remains one of Da Nang’s key strategic partners in socio-economic development. To date, Japanese investors have launched more than 300 projects in the central city, with total registered capital reaching approximately $1.22 billion, primarily in manufacturing, information technology, services, and infrastructure—sectors considered vital to the city’s economic growth.
Trade between the two sides has also remained robust. In 2025, Da Nang’s exports to Japan reached around $1 billion, while imports totaled approximately $488 million, reflecting strong commercial ties and a balanced trade relationship.
Japanese official development assistance (ODA) has also played a significant role in improving urban infrastructure, environmental management, transport, and smart city development.
Meanwhile, tourism cooperation continues to recover strongly, with more than 221,000 Japanese visitors arriving in Da Nang in 2025, accounting for 3.8% of the city’s total international arrivals.
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