Robots and AI developed in Vietnam are entering the Japanese market, with orders for autonomous transport robots and the adoption of multilingual AI gaining momentum. Reports indicate that technological partnerships with Japanese companies are deepening.
Products incorporating robots and artificial intelligence researched, developed and manufactured in Vietnam are beginning to gain acceptance among Japanese companies, creating expanding opportunities for deeper involvement in Japan's technology supply chain. The Rikkei Global Summit 2026, held in Tokyo, provided overseas companies with an opportunity to learn about Vietnamese technology products.
An autonomous robot capable of transporting loads of up to 600 kg for use in factories has received orders from Japanese companies. In addition, robots equipped with artificial intelligence that can converse in multiple languages and move to music have been introduced by Japanese companies.
Although Japan has a strong foundation in robotics and AI, a shortage of skilled workers is hindering the efficiency of its production chains. Vietnamese companies are seeking to strengthen their position as important partners in Japan's technology supply chain against this backdrop.
Vietnamese companies are seeking not only to enter the Japanese market but also to acquire and supplement technology through acquisitions of Japanese companies, against a backdrop of Japan's aging population and shortage of business successors. Ta Son Tung spoke of a policy of acquiring Japanese companies with specialized technologies and large customer bases to fill these gaps.