A Vietnamese province is looking to deepen ties with Finland in areas ranging from investment and skilled labour to tourism, Vietnam Investment Review.
A delegation from Phu Tho province met officials from the Vietnamese Embassy in Finland during a European investment promotion tour that also includes Spain and Sweden.
During the meeting, provincial leaders highlighted opportunities for Finnish investment in high-tech manufacturing, green industry, logistics and digital transformation.
“Phu Tho is continuing to implement a range of measures to sustain strong growth momentum while improving the investment environment and expanding cooperation with international partners,” said Bui Huy Vinh, Deputy Secretary of the Phu Tho Party Committee.
The discussions also focused on labour cooperation. Finland currently regards Vietnam as one of four priority countries for recruiting highly skilled workers.
“Finland currently considers Vietnam one of four priority countries for attracting highly skilled workers,” said Nguyen Dieu Linh, acting head of the Vietnamese Embassy in Finland.
“In 2025, the two countries signed a memorandum of understanding to facilitate the recruitment of Vietnamese experts, skilled workers and seasonal labourers.”
Tourism was another key topic. Phu Tho officials expressed interest in attracting more Finnish and Nordic visitors as well as investment in eco-tourism, resorts and elderly-care facilities.
The Vietnamese Embassy in Finland said it would support efforts to promote the province to Finnish businesses and travellers through tourism and cultural events in Finland.
