International Official Mission to Vietnam from Luxembourg

During the last couple of weeks and months from February – April, BeLuxCham has been working closely together with the Chambre de Commerce du Luxembourg to welcome the International official Mission to Vietnam from Luxembourg with an official delegation led by H.E. Mr. Xavier Bettel – Prime Minister of Luxembourg, H.E Mr. Lex Delles – Minister of SME’s and Tourism and a delegation of 23 Luxembourg companies.

BeLuxCham organized the business matching event on May 4th and set up over 70 business matching meetings with Vietnamese companies from different industries like logistics, green energy, land development,…

On May 5th, the Park Hyatt welcomed nearly 200 people to attend the business forum in attendance of H.E. Xavier Bettel – Luxembourg Prime Minister, Minister Nguyễn Hồng Diên – Minister of Industry and Trade of Vietnam, Minister Lex Delles – Minister for Tourism / Minister for SME’s, Mr. Võ Văn Hoan – Vice Chairman of Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee, H.E Mr. Nguyen Van Thao – Ambassador of Vietnam to Luxembourg, H.E. Mr. Patrick Hemmer – Ambassador of Luxembourg to Viet Nam, Mr. Vũ Bá Phú – Director General of Vietnam Trade Promotion Agency, Mr. Tạ Hoàng Linh – Director General of Market Department Europe-America, Mr. Fernand Ernster – President of Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce, Mr. Võ Tân Thành – Vice President of Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Vietnam, Mr. Nicolas Mackel – CEO of Luxembourg For Finance, Mr. Gabor Fluit – Chairman of the European Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam… to which BeLuxCham’s own chairman – Mr. Bart Verheyen was the MC.

BeLuxCham is extremely proud to have been working together with the Chamber of Commerce of Luxembourg to ensure that this Official International Mission to Vietnam has become a success.

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Online Networking Gathering for BELUX Chambers in Asia

We are thrilled to extend our invitation to an exclusive online networking gathering for our 15 Belux Chambers in Asia. This is a unique opportunity for our members to network, share ideas, and establish new business relationships.

The event will be held online via Zoom and will feature two breakout rooms, each focusing on a specific economic sector. This will allow attendees to connect with other members in their respective industries. Each breakout session will last for 30 minutes, after which attendees will have the option to switch to the other breakout room.

The following economic sectors will be featured:

  • Finance
  • Tech
  • Transportation and Logistics
  • Human Resources
  • Manufacturing
  • Agronomy
  • Healthcare
  • Tourism and Food & Beverage
  • Defense

When you register for the event, please let us know which sector you would like to join.

This networking gathering will provide a valuable opportunity for members of BELUX Chambers in Asia to connect and exchange ideas. We are excited to see you participate in this event.

All details are below:

📆Date: 14 June 2023, Wednesday

⏰Time: 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM (Vietnam Time) / 11:00 AM – 12: 30 (BE)

📌Location: Zoom

📌Fee: Complimentary to all

📌Registration: https://forms.gle/va9FWyotF3Qi7uXHA

[Support Event] 2023 Vietnam ESG Investor Conference

The leading ESG-lens investment conference, with participation from 50+ businesses over two days, will bring together key stakeholders to look at the opportunities in Vietnam for sustainable finance and ESG investing and explore high-yield returns on partnerships aimed to meet the needs and challenges of Vietnam’s dynamic society and environment.

VIETNAM ESG Investor Conference
Dates:
 May 31 to June 1, 2023 (2-days)
Venue: New World Hotel, 76 Le Lai, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
Website (agenda, speaker list): LINK 

*Please note that, as a BeluxCham member, you will receive a 20% discount. Please contact Ms. Kim or Ms. Phuong at info@beluxcham.com to get the discount code.

Conference Agenda Highlights

May 31: High Level Discussions, Chats, & Keynotes

On Day 1, we have engaging sessions on topics such as: 

  • Investment Criteria in Vietnam for Institutional Investors
  • Securing Development Capital through an ESG Lens
  • The Future of ESG and Global Finance & Development
  • ESG is a Marathon, Not a Sprint (Vietnam Case Study)
  • COP26 & JETP: Investing in Decarbonization and Energy Transformation
  • Navigating the Intersection of Climate Change, Social Impact and Economic Growth
  • Investing in Inclusive Opportunities, Workforce and Leadership
  • Mitigating Investment Risk through Good Corporate Governance


June 1: Impact Discussions and Sector Workshops 

On June 1st, we have impact and sector-specific conversations on topics including:

  • Beyond the Score: Measuring Value and Impact in ESG
  • Leveraging International Resources for Carbon Market Development
  • Impact Finance and Social/Environmental Impact Businesses
  • Climate Resilient and Sustainable Agriculture
  • The Future of Food & Beverage
  • Case Studies in Responsible Manufacturing & Sourcing
  • Circular Economy and Industry

On each day of the conference, there will also be opportunities for networking and business matching.

[Business Luncheon] Vietnam Retail Market & Consumer Trends

Dear Members & Friends,

We are excited to invite you to our upcoming Luncheon Seminar on May 24th, where we will be discussing the latest trends in the Vietnam Retail Market and Consumer Behavior. This event will be held at Sofitel Saigon Plaza from 11.45 AM to 02.00 PM.

The Vietnam Retail Market has been experiencing steady growth in recent years, driven by a growing middle class and increasing consumer spending. According to a report by the Vietnam Retailers Association, the retail market in Vietnam grew by 10.9% in 2020, despite the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Based on data from the General Statistics Office (GSO), Vietnam’s retail sales of consumer goods and services reached VND 5,679 trillion (equivalent to US$242 billion) in 2022, representing a significant surge of 19.8% compared to the same period in the previous year.

Our expert speakers will share their insights on the current state of the Vietnam Retail Market, including the latest trends and consumer behavior. Topics that will be covered include:

  • Consumer Trends in Vietnam
  • Retail Space Evolution in 2022/2023
  • Types of Retail Space in Demand
  • Expectations and Retail Format in Development for 2023 and Beyond
  • Retail Formats that Seem to Attract Shoppers
  • Evolution of Online Shopping Pre and Post-COVID

You’ll have the opportunity to network with other industry professionals and gain valuable knowledge that can help you stay up-to-date with the latest trends and developments in the Vietnam Retail Market.

Event Details:

  • Date: 24 May 2023
  • Time: 11.45 AM – 02.00 PM
  • Venue: Sofitel Saigon Plaza (17 Le Duan, Ben Nghe, District 1, HCMC)

Tentative Agenda

11.45 – 12.00: Registration

12.00 – 13.00: Presentation

13.00 – 13.30: Panel discussion – Moderator by Ms. Marieke van der Pijl – EuroCham Board Member

13.30 – 14.00: Q&A

14.00: Closing

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn from the best in the industry and gain valuable insights into the Vietnam Retail Market. We look forward to seeing you there!

VIETNAM LOGISTICS MANUFACTURING NETWORKING x CanCham x AusCham x BeLuxCham

VIETNAM LOGISTICS MANUFACTURING NETWORKING x Co-Host Canadian Chamber of Commerce Vietnam x Co-Host Australian Chamber of Commerce Vietnam x Co-Host Belgian-Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam x Co-Host Pasteur Street Brewing Company

Come and meet new friends from Import Export Industry, Supply Chain to expand your business background, advertising company, or simply only meet new friends

Event details as below:
Venue: PASTEUR STREET BREWING (23A Ngo Thoi Nhiem, Ward 6, District 3, HCM)
Time: 6PM – 8PM
Date: Tuesday, 9th May 2023
Entrance: 100,000 VND (Included Canapé)
Link register: https://forms.gle/qEJeucDLtewCzutz6

Lucky Draw & Sponsor by:
_Pasteur Street Brewing Company
_LAMY.VN
_ZYLISS Switzerland
_Dai Phat Food
_Baroviet Tram Huong
_Baroviet Almond
_ED2CAREER
_Saigon FS Australian Wine
_Anchor Restaurant
_Uncle Bills (UBL)
_The Loop Restaurant
_VLS – Vietnamese Language Studies
_entrafin
_AMAZING SPECIALTY COFFEE

Door Gifts & Voucher Sponsor by:
_LAMY.VN
_LES Rooftop
_Anchor Restaurant
_BIG PIG BAR BBQ BEER
_Movers and Shakers – Neighborhood Cocktail Bar Saigon
_Spice Viet Saigon
_AMAZING SPECIALTY COFFEE