Vietnam and Japan Launch High-Tech Co-Creation Partnership

President To Lam conducted an official visit to Tokyo from November 8 to 11, 2026, meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae to translate bilateral agreements into practical cooperation projects. During the visit, the two leaders held high-level talks to strengthen ties between Japan, one of Vietnam's primary economic partners and largest provider of official development assistance, and the Vietnamese government.

On November 9, President Lam attended the Vietnam-Japan Public-Private Forum on Economic, Science and Technology Cooperation. He urged a shift from simple technology adoption to co-creation, calling for the establishment of joint research centers and laboratories. This strategy focuses on joint product development and new value chains in semiconductors, artificial intelligence, biotechnology, and clean energy.

Vietnamese Minister of Finance Ngo Van Tuan committed to improving the investment environment to support these goals, while Japan External Trade Organisation CEO Ishiguro Norihiko noted growing opportunities for Japanese firms as Vietnam prioritizes innovation. The forum concluded with the signing of cooperation documents in healthcare, energy, and AI, alongside the announcement of the Vietnam-Japan Tourism Cooperation Year 2027–2028.