Standing Deputy Prime Minister Pham Gia Tuc chairs a meeting with representatives of US business associations and companies operating in Vietnam on July 17, 2026. (Photo: baochinhphu.vn)

Chairing a meeting with representatives of US business associations and companies operating in Vietnam, Tuc praised the US business community for its substantive contributions to Vietnam's socio-economic development as well as the two countries’ relations.

Stressing that economic, trade and investment cooperation remains a key pillar of bilateral relations, he noted many US companies have maintained a long-term presence in Vietnam, contributing to technology transfer, human resources development, enhanced manufacturing capacity and the country's deeper integration into regional and global value chains.

He underscored that the Vietnamese Government regards US businesses not only as investors and trade partners but also as strategic partners in the country's efforts to transform its growth model, promote science and technology, innovation, digital transformation and green transition.

Reaffirming Vietnam's consistent policy of improving the investment climate, Tuc said the Government will continue refining institutions, streamlining administrative procedures, safeguarding the legitimate rights and interests of businesses, and enhancing the consistency, stability and predictability of policies.

He highlighted the Government's sweeping administrative reforms, noting that implementation time and compliance costs have been reduced by more than 50%. Administrative reform, he said, is a continuous process aimed at bringing Vietnam's regulatory procedures closer to international practices while remaining aligned with domestic conditions.

Representatives of US businesses welcomed Vietnam's recent policy initiatives designed to create new growth drivers, including the Politburo's Resolution No. 10-NQ/TW on the development of the foreign-invested sector. They described the resolution as an important milestone that has strengthened investor confidence and encouraged further business expansion in Vietnam.

The business representatives also praised the Government for maintaining regular and direct dialogue with businesses, enabling them to raise practical concerns and recommendations. They expressed confidence in Vietnam's development potential and affirmed their willingness to support the country's strategic development goals, particularly its ambition to achieve double-digit economic growth through greater investment, technology transfer, high-quality workforce development and deeper participation in local value chains.

At the same time, the US enterprises highlighted a number of challenges relating to regulatory frameworks and policy implementation in areas such as technology, trade, taxation, aviation, energy, infrastructure, logistics and services. They called for greater policy consistency, stability and predictability, faster administrative processing and broader consultation with the business community during the formulation and implementation of regulations.

Representatives of ministries and agencies responded to issues within their remit, while acknowledging recommendations requiring further inter-agency coordination or consideration by higher authorities. They affirmed their commitment to maintaining direct dialogue with businesses in accordance with Vietnamese law and the country's international commitments.

Concluding the meeting, Tuc stressed that legitimate concerns raised by enterprises should be addressed in a substantive manner through clearly designated focal points and practical solutions, with due consideration given to balancing the interests of the State, businesses and the public in line with the law, international commitments and Vietnam's long-term development objectives.

He also encouraged US enterprises to promote their strengths in capital, technology, corporate governance and global networks by expanding investment in Vietnam's priority sectors. He called on the US business community to continue serving as a bridge between the two countries by objectively sharing information about Vietnam's investment environment and ongoing reform efforts, thereby helping strengthen confidence and promote balanced, substantive and mutually beneficial economic cooperation.

The official emphasised that the success of US businesses in Vietnam will not only contribute to the country's development but also provide a stronger foundation for the Vietnam–US Comprehensive Strategic Partnership to grow in a deeper, more effective and sustainable manner.