Intel is committed to supporting the development of the semiconductor supply chain ecosystem in Vietnam, Dr. Naga Chandrasekaran, Intel Foundry's chief global operations officer, executive vice president and general manager, said at the Intel strategic parts supplier summit 2025 on Wednesday.

Dr. Naga Chandrasekaran, Intel Foundry's chief global operations officer, executive vice president and general manager, at the summit in HCMC on the morning of April 1, 2025.

The company has recognized and appreciated the Vietnamese Government's efforts in developing infrastructure and creating favorable conditions for the semiconductor industry to continue expanding, he added.

Through the forum, Intel aimed to create a platform to open up new opportunities for suppliers, support human resources development, and promote innovation to develop Vietnam's semiconductor ecosystem, he said.

Intel's factory in Vietnam will reach the milestone of 4 billion products shipped this month, a significant achievement affirming the crucial role of Intel's assembly and testing facility in Vietnam in its global operations.

The Wednesday event was organized in HCMC by the Saigon High-tech Park and Intel Products Vietnam with the aim of enhancing cooperation and develop semiconductor and high-tech supply chains in the country.

The event attracted leading domestic and international semiconductor component suppliers alongside numerous manufacturers in the industry.

Susan Burns, U.S. Consul General in the city, described cooperation in semiconductor and high technology as highlights in the Vietnam – US relations.

She noted that the event, bringing together 40 suppliers, reaffirmed Intel and the US's commitment to building a strong local semiconductor supply chain.

Speaking at the event, Vo Van Hoan, vice chairman of the municipal People’s Committee, highlighted the city's complete ecosystem to develop emerging industries with sound human resources and numerous semiconductor enterprises.

He affirmed support for the business community, adding the forum served as an important bridge for businesses and investors to cooperate, share, and seek opportunities while promoting development and improving the competitiveness of HCMC's young semiconductor industry.

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