Ho Chi Minh City, July 16 -- The rapid rise of artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping not only the global technology race but also Asia's trade landscape. Against this backdrop, Vietnam is emerging as one of the region's biggest beneficiaries, steadily strengthening its role in the global AI hardware supply chain. According to HSBC Global Investment Research, intra-Asian trade in AI-related goods, including semiconductors, electronic components and equipment supporting AI technologies, reached nearly 2 trillion USD in 2025, double the pre-COVID19-pandemic level. AI-related products now account for 35% of Asia's total exports, up significantly from 19% a decade ago. HSBC (Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited) identifies Vie...