Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has called on the Japan Chamber of Commerce and Industry (JCCI) and its Japan–Mekong Economic Committee to step up coordination with ministries and relevant agencies of both countries to boost investment and enhance its quality, according to a report from the Vietnam News Agency.
Hosting a delegation of leaders from 37 JCCI member companies led by Mr. Keita Ishii, Chairman of the Japan–Mekong Economic Committee and Chairman and CEO of Itochu Corporation, in Hanoi on February 9, the PM said the Vietnam–Japan Comprehensive Strategic Partnership for peace and prosperity in Asia and the world continues to grow robustly.
Japan remains one of Vietnam’s top investors, with 5,722 valid projects worth $78.9 billion as of January 31, 2026. Two-way trade in 2025 exceeded $51.43 billion for the first time, while Japan is also Vietnam’s largest labour cooperation partner.
PM Chinh praised the role of JCCI and the Japan–Mekong Economic Committee in promoting bilateral ties and acting as a bridge for Japanese enterprises to expand investment in Vietnam.
The Vietnamese Government will continue building a stable, transparent and predictable investment climate, considering investor confidence a strategic asset, he said.
The PM called on Japanese partners to further expand cooperation with Vietnam, helping deepen the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership for the development and well-being of both nations.
Keita Ishii and representatives of Japanese firms commended Vietnam’s reform efforts, particularly institutional improvements, administrative simplification, workforce development and upgrades in infrastructure and logistics that enable companies, including Japanese investors, to operate effectively. They expressed interest in exploring new projects and expanding operations in Vietnam, and hoped to recruit more high-quality Vietnamese workers.
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