LNG fits the new strategy of the government of Vietnam in power sector and becomes AES’ major focus in Vietnam.

Vietnam has huge energy needs while the US, with is abundance, is seeking to boost energy diplomacy in the Indo-Pacific region.

The Vietnam Gas Association has asked the Government to cut red tape for gas trading.

Vietnam's gas supply is forecast to fall short of demand between 2017 and 2035, therefore, which makes it necessary to develop new gas sources, build infrastructure to develop marginal gas fields or even import liquefied natural gas (LNG).