Vietnam is reportedly evaluating Russia’s Sukhoi Su-57 as a potential option to modernize its fighter fleet, according to a report published by Military Watch Magazine.
The outlet said Vietnam’s defense ministry could seek between 12 and 24 aircraft in the early 2030s, potentially replacing part of its aging fleet of Sukhoi Su-27 air superiority fighters and Sukhoi Su-22 strike jets.
Vietnam currently operates one of Southeast Asia’s most Russian-dependent fighter fleets, including Sukhoi Su-30MK2 aircraft alongside older Soviet-era platforms.
Neither Hanoi nor Moscow has confirmed negotiations involving the Su-57.
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Russia has repeatedly claimed that several countries have shown interest in the aircraft, but few concrete agreements have emerged publicly.
Algeria remains the only nation to publicly acknowledge interest in the fighter, although details involving quantities, delivery timelines and contract terms remain unclear.
Sukhoi Su-57 (Rosoboronexport) 
Sukhoi Su-57 (UAC) 
Su-57E specifications (Social media)
The Sukhoi Su-57 entered service in limited numbers with the Russian Aerospace Forces and has been marketed internationally as the Su-57E export variant.
The Kremlin has been seeking foreign buyers for its military aircraft in order to generate export revenue and help sustain the program, which remains relatively small compared to its Western rivals.
There are orders for Su-57s for the Russian Air Force, but production has progressed at a relatively slow pace, according to observers.
