Vietnam Electronics Manufacturing: What Supply Chain Diversification Means for Buyers and Exhibitors

For many companies, finding new manufacturing and sourcing locations has become an important part of supply-chain planning. Vietnam has become an important part of these discussions. 

In 2025, exports of computers, electronic products, and components reached US$107.75 billion, making the category Vietnam’s largest export group by value, according to Vietnam Customs.

For electronics buyers and suppliers across Eurasia, this growth offers a reason to look more closely at Vietnam’s manufacturing sector. It also raises practical questions about supplier networks, production costs, and the risks involved in relying on a limited number of sourcing locations.

Why Vietnam is attracting electronics manufacturers

Foreign investment has played a major role in developing Vietnam’s electronics industry. Foreign-invested companies accounted for around 96%  of exports in this product group. Major companies operating in Vietnam include Samsung, LG, Intel, Canon, Panasonic, and Foxconn.

Their presence highlights Vietnam’s role in electronics manufacturing and global supply chains. However, strong export figures do not necessarily mean that all components and materials are produced locally.

A US International Trade Commission report has highlighted the industry’s reliance on imported inputs, with China and Korea providing 95% of it.

For buyers, this means that choosing a supplier in Vietnam requires more than comparing prices. Companies also need to understand where components come from, what production capabilities are available locally, and how suppliers manage quality and delivery schedules.

Why supply-chain diversification matters

Vietnam’s trade figures show the scale of its electronics industry. Between January and November 2025, the country exported US $96.92 billion in computers, electronic products, and components. Imports in the same category reached US $136.17 billion.

The difference points to substantial import requirements across the sector, although the figures alone do not show how much imported material is used in exported products.

For procurement teams, this is an important consideration. Adding a supplier in another country may reduce dependence on a single source, but it may not automatically remove supply-chain risks. Buyers are still likely to assess component availability, transport costs, production capacity, and the reliability of delivery schedules.

There may also be opportunities for component manufacturers, equipment suppliers, and contract manufacturers that can support Vietnam’s electronics industry. The right opportunity will depend on the products offered and the requirements of individual manufacturers.

Rather than replacing existing suppliers outright, companies can consider Vietnam as one option within a wider sourcing strategy.

Vietnam’s trade links with Eurasia

Vietnam also has an established trade relationship with the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU). It was the first country to sign a free trade agreement with the union. 

The Commission reports that trade between the two sides grew from US $4.3 billion in 2016 to US $6.8 billion in 2024. 

The EAEU comprises Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Armenia. For businesses in these markets, the agreement provides a framework for trade with Vietnam, subject to the relevant tariff schedules, rules of origin, and other requirements.

This relationship is one factor companies can consider when exploring trade between Southeast Asia and Eurasia. Logistics, product standards, payment arrangements, and compliance requirements remain important parts of any sourcing decision.

What should buyers consider before choosing a supplier?

Before adding a new supplier, companies should look beyond the initial price quotation. Questions about quality certifications, sample testing, production capacity, lead times, and component sourcing can help establish whether a supplier is suitable for long-term cooperation.

It is also worth reviewing how a new supplier would fit into the existing supply chain. Would it provide a genuine alternative to a current source? Could it help reduce delivery delays or improve access to particular components? And what additional logistics or compliance requirements would need to be considered?

These questions apply whether a company is sourcing from Vietnam or exploring suppliers in other manufacturing markets.

Where electronics buyers and suppliers can connect

Trade exhibitions give businesses an opportunity to meet suppliers, compare technologies, and discuss production requirements directly. 

For companies working across the electronics sector, ExpoElectronica provides a platform to explore products and develop business contacts in the Eurasian market.

ExpoElectronica has recorded over 825 exhibitors and 23,000 visitors in their previous edition.  It offers an opportunity to explore these questions in person, meet companies across the electronics industry, and discuss potential business partnerships. 

The next edition will take place from 13 to 15 April 2027 at Crocus Expo in Moscow.

Two areas may be particularly useful for companies reviewing their supply chains. 

Businesses involved in electronic components, modules, and subsystems can explore potential suppliers and discuss technical requirements. 

Companies offering electronics production equipment, materials, and manufacturing technologies can introduce solutions to businesses looking to improve existing production lines or expand capacity.

Exhibit at ExpoElectronica and explore opportunities to build your presence in the electronics market.