In January 2026, two prominent Vietnamese tech firms, FPT and Viettel, revealed a strategic partnership. Their aim is to jointly develop system - on - chips (SoCs) for AI edge computing. These SoCs will be built on the 28nm to 32nm process nodes. In English - speaking business and tech contexts, when two companies announce a cooperation like this, using “join forces” is a more natural and commonly used expression than simply “announced a collaboration”. It conveys a stronger sense of unity and combined effort. The chips are intended for use in a variety of areas, including cameras, drones (unmanned aerial vehicles can be simply referred to as drones in most cases as “drones” is a widely recognized and concise term), and smart devices. This collaborative effort is a significant step towards constructing Vietnam's national semiconductor value chain. In the global high - tech landscape, where countries are vying for a stronger foothold, this initiative will also help elevate Vietnam's standing in the global high - tech supply chain.