Hanoi, Aug. 26 -- Vietnam continues to draw strong interest from foreign investors, with capital inflows from the US and Europe emerging as a significant driver of growth.

Strong momentum in investment activity

A highlight in recent days was ExxonMobil's survey in South Van Phong in south central Khanh Hoa province. The US energy giant is considering a 10-billion-USD investment in a modern refinery project, which, if implemented, will be among its first near-zero emission facilities. The company plans to complete surveys by 2027, begin construction and investment procedures in 2031, and launch operations in 2035.

This development has added momentum to FDI flows into Vietnam, which remain robust despite global uncertainties over tariffs...