Vietnam's direct investment capital abroad has so far topped 22 billion USD, with over 1,700 projects. Many have been profitable and have repatriated nearly 2 billion USD this year.

Although total capital decreased in 2023, the number of newly-invested projects increased to 124. Vietnamese businesses are currently invested in 79 countries and territories around the world, particularly in high-tech agriculture.

The Ministry of Planning and Investment said foreign direct investment (FDI) in Vietnam totaled 37 billion USD this year, with disbursed capital estimated to exceed 23 billion USD, a new record.