A delegation from 14 international financial institutions, led by Maybank Investment Banking Group (MIBG), the largest financial and banking group in Malaysia, recently explored investment opportunities in Vietnam, as reported by the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI). The visit aimed to understand the local market’s potential, particularly focusing on the financial and business environment for small- and medium-sized enterprises and startups. Maybank expressed interest in sectors like semiconductor, high-tech manufacturing, and clean energy. The delegation, including firms from Malaysia, Thailand, Japan, and Hong Kong, underscored Vietnam’s attractive investment environment, bolstered by a young workforce, stable socio-political setting, and strategic state policies targeting emerging industries.