How Siemens supports the green and digital transitions

Anchored in the EU-Vietnam Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and Global Gateway, Siemens leverages its expertise in electrification, automation and digitalisation to support Vietnam's greener, digital economy, CEO Pham Thai Lai told VIR's Khoi Nguyen about how the company is partnering for impacts.

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How has the EU-Vietnam comprehensive strategic partnership, and particularly the Global Gateway initiative, influenced Siemens' investment or expansion plans?

We believe these will positively influence Siemens' investment and expansion decisions in Vietnam. By providing a stable and predictable framework for European businesses, it strengthens confidence for long term investment.

With its strong focus on sustainable infrastructure, green energy, and digital transformation, Global Gateway aligns closely with Siemens' strategic priorities. It enables deeper public private collaboration, supports the transfer of advanced European technologies and standards, and reinforces our commitment to delivering inclusive growth solutions.

We see Global Gateway as a catalyst for Vietnam's development and high quality EU investment, with Siemens well positioned to contribute to its success.

What specific opportunities do you see for Siemens in Vietnam's green and digital transition, particularly in energy, transport, and infrastructure?

Vietnam's green and digital transition presents strong opportunities to support growth, energy security, and long term competitiveness, particularly in energy, transport, and critical infrastructure. Modernising the power system to integrate renewable energy, improve efficiency, and enhance grid resilience will be essential to meeting rising demand while advancing climate objectives.

In parallel, green and digital transport solutions, especially in rail and urban mobility, can help address congestion, reduce emissions, and improve connectivity and quality of life. Digitalisation across industry also supports Vietnam's ambition to build a more innovative, resilient, and competitive economy, while moving up the global value chain.