Vietnam's energy sector is growing significantly to meet rising demand. Power projects can be directly awarded without a government tender under certain conditions, such as when there is only one registered investor or the investor proposes the highest feasibility. Direct appointment of a contractor also applies in specific cases like force majeure events or when confidentiality is required. The Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement aims to increase transparency in government procurement by requiring timely publication of tender information and objective evaluation criteria. It also establishes procedures for investors to settle disputes with host states through arbitration.