Hai Phong businesses strengthen management capacity and expand cooperation with Japan
Strengthening business management and expanding ties with Japanese partners will help Hai Phong businesses improve their competitiveness, integrate more effectively into the global economy and participate more deeply in international supply chains.
Improving management to boost competitiveness
After 30 years in operation, Hung Vuong Packaging JSC, based in Hung Vuong Ward, has steadily expanded its operations and improved its management. Its revenue rose from VND 188 billion in 2020 to nearly VND 280 billion in 2025. Revenue from offset printing products alone more than tripled to VND 55 billion.
In 2022, the company expanded its investment by establishing Viet Long Packaging Manufacturing JSC. The latter recorded nearly VND 218 billion in revenue in 2025, up almost 50% from the previous year, demonstrating the practical benefits of applying management knowledge to business operations.
As competition intensifies, improving management capacity has become essential for businesses. With its strategic location, seaport system, industrial infrastructure and favorable investment environment, Hai Phong has created numerous opportunities for business growth. However, deeper participation in supply chains requires companies not only to control costs and ensure product quality and timely delivery but also to adapt to digital and green transformation and respond to fluctuations in international markets. This calls for business leaders with strategic vision, strong forecasting skills and the ability to develop long-term plans.
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These are also the objectives of the Keieijuku program, which has been implemented in Hai Phong since 2017. Through cooperation between the Hai Phong Association for Science and Development of Human Resources and Talents and the Vietnam-Japan Institute for Human Resources Development (VJCC), the program has trained more than 700 business leaders and key management personnel to date.
Notably, the ninth training course (2025-2026 academic year), the first following the administrative merger, selected 30 participants from 36 applications submitted by 25 businesses, including representatives from companies in the western part of the city. After 11 training sessions, all 30 participants completed the program and presented strategic development plans for their businesses covering the next three to five years.
Hai Phong People's Committee Vice Chairman Hoang Minh Cuong emphasized that businesses are pioneers and the "heart" of the economy. Building a business community with strategic vision, strong management expertise and the confidence to integrate internationally is key to sustainable development.
Expanding business links to promote cooperation
Alongside efforts to strengthen management capacity, expanding international cooperation helps local businesses gain access to technology, production management expertise and new markets. Japan is a promising partner, particularly in processing and manufacturing, supporting industries, logistics and technological innovation.
Through Keieijuku, Hai Phong business leaders have opportunities to learn first-hand about Japanese companies' management practices. During a study and business survey trip to Japan from July 28 to August 6, the delegation visited and held working sessions with five companies: Japan Transcity, Japan Material, Sugi Seika, DIC and Nagoya Denki Kogyo. It also took part in networking activities in Yokkaichi and Aichi Prefecture.
A highlight was a business matching event at STATION AI, which featured 17 direct meetings between Vietnamese businesses and Japanese partners. Following the event, Sontana established connections with two Japanese partners, while Hai Duong Porcelain JSC connected with one. B&T continued working with HAMADA and was introduced to MZ VINA to explore further business opportunities.
The training program has become a bridge for expanding business cooperation, with activities increasingly linked to companies' practical needs. It has also helped strengthen ties between Hai Phong and Yokkaichi. The delegation visited the Japanese city and met with its leaders on the occasion of the 10th anniversary of the two localities signing a memorandum of understanding (MOU).
The program also focuses on addressing practical business challenges, providing consultancy and following up on the implementation of development plans after training. It also seeks to deepen internship programs and business networking activities in Japan.
At the same time, the city and relevant organizations need to strengthen their support for businesses, maintain the Keieijuku alumni network and expand links with Japanese associations, organizations and companies. They should create favorable conditions for businesses to share experience, seek partners and address difficulties in the integration process.
These efforts will help Hai Phong businesses participate more deeply in global supply chains and consolidate their position in the international marketplace.
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