In a recent matchmaking event in Hefei, focusing on cross-border innovation, Vietnam's leading conglomerate, TASCO, engaged in in-depth discussions with the Grand Union of Innovation (GUi) and tech enterprises from Anhui province.
The two sides explored collaboration in electric truck battery customization, smart retail systems for car dealerships, and autonomous driving technologies tailored to Vietnamese road conditions, laying the groundwork for deeper cooperation in the automotive sector.
TASCO's strategic transformation reflects the global ambitions of Vietnam's fast-growing automotive industry. As a national leader in smart mobility and vehicle services, TASCO's vertically integrated model — spanning manufacturing, distribution, and services — positions it at the forefront of the market.
As the company expands internationally, it seeks to address three key development areas: reducing battery costs through localization, adapting autonomous driving to local infrastructure, and digitizing its retail networks.
Hefei, known as one of China's major hubs for new energy vehicle innovation, offers precisely the expertise and ecosystem TASCO needs.
"Hefei's maturity in automotive technology and its robust supply chain provide critical support for our global expansion," said a TASCO representative during the meeting.
Behind this connection is the quiet orchestration of GUi, whose mission is to foster international collaboration in innovation.
"Our role is twofold — bringing global industrial needs into Hefei, and bringing Hefei's technological strengths to the world," said Zhang Liye, executive vice-president of GUiTEK Service Platform.
The event also represents a sustained cooperation model involving targeted company selection, sector-focused exchanges, and ongoing communication.
Through its global innovation network, spanning Singapore, Europe, and beyond, GUi assists local enterprises in aligning with international standards while offering integrated overseas support — from policy insights to supply-chain coordination and market access.
The partnership between TASCO and Hefei-based firms underscores GUi's unique approach: building bridges through innovation and creating value through mutual collaboration.