Airbus urged to expand in Vietnam

"Vietnam hopes that Airbus will continue to invest in areas of its strength such as aerospace, and cooperate with Vietnamese partners in researching and evaluating aircraft so that they can select suitable planes and conduct highly effective flights," the minister said.

He suggested that Airbus research and invest in component manufacturing factories and participate in developing Vietnam's aviation industrial ecosystem.

In addition, he called on the company to encourage French enterprises and Airbus partners to increase their investments in Vietnam and develop supporting industries.

The MoF leader said he hoped that Airbus will continue to promote activities with Vietnamese agencies, ministries, and sectors, especially in new areas of cooperation such as aerospace, science and technology, and aviation training.

He said Vietnam is committed to creating favourable conditions for French investors to do business effectively and sustainably in Vietnam.

Speaking at the reception, Wersch thanked Thang for taking the time to meet him and for informing him about the policies and proposals for Airbus to expand in Vietnam.

Wouter van Wersch shared Airbus' industry development strategy with the minister, and solutions for developing space technology in Vietnam, especially Earth observation satellites and low-orbit satellites, and solutions for developing helicopter production in Vietnam.

The minister wished the group further success, contributing to technology transformation, digital transformation, and diversification of global supply chains with Vietnam.

Vietnam will be the top-priority and long-term partner of Airbus Helicopters, according to a meeting between Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha and Olivier Michalon, executive vice president Global Business at Airbus Helicopters, on March 20.

The new A321neo aircraft, which bears a symbolic image commemorating 50 years of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and France, was delivered by Airbus to Vietjet at Orly Airport (Paris) on October 8.

Airbus is committed to supporting Vietnam's defence modernisation goals by 2030 with a range of advanced solutions designed to strengthen the country's capabilities and contribute to regional stability.