Hanoi attracted more than $3.76 billion in registered foreign direct investment (FDI)  capital in the first seven months of 2025, up 91% year-on-year, according to the Foreign Investment Agency under the Ministry of Finance.

The capital city now ranks third nationwide in FDI attraction, with 7,742 projects totaling $45.6 billion in registered capital so far.

Key sectors drawing investment include real estate, manufacturing and processing, and trade and services.

To further strengthen the capital city's position, the Hanoi People’s Committee has recently issued an official dispatch, directing municipal departments and agencies to review and design incentive policies to attract strategic investors.

The city is prioritizing investment in research and development (R&D), technology transfer, and high-quality workforce training - areas regarded as essential for building a modern, sustainable economy and enhancing its role as a regional innovation hub.