Vietjet launches “Startup Flight” to boost India-Vietnam innovation ties

2026-07-08 06:45:09 Lifestyle

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Mumbai, August 26, 2025 – Vietjet has launched “Startup Flight”, a unique cross-border initiative that the airline co-founds to connect innovative minds and entrepreneurial ecosystems between India and Vietnam. The contest is jointly organized in partnership with India’s Amity Innovation Incubator and Vietnam’s National Startup Support Center.

Designed to foster collaboration, creativity, and investment, Startup Flight opens new opportunities for young entrepreneurs from both countries to scale globally, especially across fast-growing sectors such as artificial intelligence (AI). Through Vietjet’s extensive flight network, Startup Flight will link India’s largest cities and innovation hubs where Vietjet has operations—Delhi, Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Kochi—with Vietnam’s rising tech centers in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, and Da Nang.

Mr. Bui Trung Thuong, Trade Counselor and Head of Trade Office at the Embassy of Vietnam to India, said: “India is a global powerhouse of technology and innovation. With five out of six Vietjet destinations in India ranked among the world’s top 100 startup cities, this initiative serves as a strategic bridge fostering partnerships, cultural exchange, and breakthrough ideas between Vietnam and India.”

The initiative seeks to nurture talents and promote innovative solutions in four priority areas: Software & Data/AI, E-commerce & Retail, EdTech, and Transportation & Logistics.

Entrepreneurs from both countries—individually or in teams of up to three members—are invited to submit proposals in each of these four categories by September 15, 2025, via the website TheStartupFlight.vietjetair.com (*). Eight shortlisted teams (two per category) will receive direct mentorship from renowned business leaders in both nations and participate in the Startup Flight finale—where they will pitch live to a panel of investors.

About the Partners

National Startup Support Center (NSSC) – A strategic agency under Vietnam’s Ministry of Science and Technology, NSSC supports the nation’s startup ecosystem by fostering innovation, building policies, and facilitating international cooperation.

Amity Innovation Incubator (AII) – Backed by Amity University, AII supports early-stage entrepreneurs and is one of India’s top incubators promoting tech innovation and cross-border partnerships.

About Vietjet

The new-age carrier Vietjet has not only revolutionized the aviation industry in Vietnam but also been a pioneering airline across the region and around the world. With a focus on cost management ability, effective operations, and performance, applying the latest technology to all activities and leading the trend, Vietjet offers flying opportunities with cost-saving and flexible fares as well as diversified services to meet customers’ demands.