Ho Chi Minh City, Oct. 25 -- The investment boom in AI, data centres, and electric vehicles is fueling demand for chips, opening doors for Vietnam to expand its presence in the semiconductor industry.

Opportunities from global supply chains

FedEx's report, "From AI to EVs: How APAC Semiconductors Drive the Global Innovation Map," highlights how APAC has become the centre of the global semiconductor ecosystem, accounting for approximately 58% of global semiconductor industry revenue.

Vietnam is benefiting from manufacturing shifts thanks to its electronics industry, regional trade links and competitively priced workforce. According to the report, Vietnam's semiconductor exports grew at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 31.8% betwe...