Samsung Electronics plans to invest $1.5 billion in a new semiconductor testing plant in Vietnam, with operations expected to commence by November 2027. The facility, located 60 kilometers north of Hanoi, will focus on testing mature DRAM and NAND memory chips, a crucial step in ensuring chip functionality and reliability before distribution. This investment is part of Samsung's broader strategy to expand its semiconductor operations in Vietnam, complementing a separate $4 billion investment in chip packaging and testing facilities in Thai Nguyen province. As the largest foreign investor in Vietnam, Samsung's cumulative investments in the country exceed $23 billion, supporting nearly 90,000 jobs. The Vietnamese government has encouraged Samsung to enhance its semiconductor and AI focus, aiming to develop a robust semiconductor ecosystem.