1) Vietnam has experienced rapid growth in electricity demand but faces power shortages due to reliance on state-owned utilities for generation and distribution. 2) The government aims to diversify energy sources and increase private sector investment in power projects including IPPs, BOT, and joint ventures. 3) Opportunities exist for private companies to invest in hydropower, coal, gas, and renewable energy generation projects to help meet Vietnam's projected electricity demand and alleviate power shortages.