Vietnam’s General Secretary To Lam and senior Vietnamese, U.S. officials witness US$6.3 billion Vietjet agreements with U.S. partners

Washington, D.C., February 18, 2026 – Vietjet has signed multiple strategic agreements with leading U.S. corporations and financial institutions with a total value exceeding US$6.3 billion. The signing ceremony took place in the presence of Vietnam’s General Secretary To Lam, alongside senior Vietnamese and U.S. government officials in Washington, D.C., where General Secretary To Lam attends the opening session of the United States-led Board of Peace, an international body established to support peace, stability and reconstruction in Gaza, at the invitation of U.S. President Donald Trump.

The event was held amid continued momentum in Vietnam–U.S. relations, particularly across the economic, financial, and technology sectors. On this occasion, the State Bank of Vietnam and the U.S. Department of the Treasury also issued a joint statement reaffirming their commitment to enhanced cooperation under the Vietnam–U.S. Macroeconomic and Financial Policy Dialogue framework.

US$5.4 Billion Engine and Maintenance Services Agreement with Pratt & Whitney

Vietjet and Pratt & Whitney exchange an agreement for the selection of Pratt & Whitney GTF engines and maintenance services for 44 Airbus aircraft, valued at approximately US$5.4 billion

Vietjet and Pratt & Whitney, an RTX business, a global leader in aircraft engines and engine services headquartered in the United States, signed an agreement for the selection of Pratt & Whitney GTFTM engines, and comprehensive maintenance services for 44 A321NEO and A321XLR aircraft. The total estimated value of the contract is approximately US$5.4 billion.

Pratt & Whitney will provide new-generation engines to optimize operational performance, reduce operating costs, and lower emissions, supporting Vietjet’s sustainable development and green transition strategy.

Boeing 737-8 Aircraft Financing Agreement with U.S. Partner

Vietjet and Pratt & Whitney exchange an agreement for the selection of Pratt & Whitney GTF engines and maintenance services for 44 Airbus aircraft, valued at approximately US$5.4 billion

Vietjet also signed an aircraft financing agreement with Griffin Global Asset Management to finance six Boeing 737-8 aircraft, valued at approximately US$965 million at list prices.

The agreement marks a significant step in Vietjet’s strategy to diversify international funding sources while strengthening its financial capacity and capital structure in line with global standards.

A Milestone in Vietnam–U.S. Aviation and Economic Cooperation

With a combined value exceeding US$6.3 billion, the agreements carry importance beyond their commercial impact. They support deeper collaboration in technology and finance, contribute to job creation, and strengthen value chain integration between the two economies.

Vietjet Managing Director Nguyen Thanh Son said: “These agreements in the United States reflect Vietjet’s strong commitment to expanding the scale of international partnerships and developing a modern, sustainable fleet. They provide a solid foundation to enhance our financial strength, elevate operational standards, and support long-term growth for the aviation industry in Vietnam and globally.”

The Vision of a Multinational Aviation Group

The strategic agreements signed in Washington, D.C. reinforce Vietjet’s long-term vision as a dynamic, globally integrated aviation group with strong international competitiveness.

They also contribute to advancing the Vietnam–U.S. Comprehensive Strategic Partnership by promoting capital flows, technology collaboration, and value chain integration in a new phase of economic development.