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 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

From May 4^th till May 6^th, the Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce with the support of BeLuxCham Vietnam organize an official trade mission of Luxembourg’s Prime Minister to Vietnam.

As BeLuxCham, we would like to invite you to participate in The Vietnam-Luxembourg Business Forum on May 5th. This forum is a unique opportunity to connect with business leaders, entrepreneurs, and experts from both Vietnam and Luxembourg and explore potential opportunities for collaboration.

Event Details:
Date: 05 May 2023
Time: 09.00hrs
Venue: The Park Hyatt (2 Lam Son Square, Ben Nghe, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam)

Link register: https://forms.gle/ikvt38GCA1SmvT4x7

Please register your attendance at the latest by 04 May 2023.

Belgian social security abroad

With the Overseas Social Security (OSS), you always go about your business with peace of mind, anywhere in the world.
The Overseas Social Security (OSS) is part of the National Social Security Office (NSSO). It aims to fulfill the international dreams of expats outside the European Economic Area (EEA), Switzerland and the UK. We will elaborate on the Belgian government’s expat insurance offer during the presentation.
What to expect?
A comprehensive webinar on the offer of the Overseas Social Security
This offer consists of a basic package:

• Pension insurance
• Incapacity for work and disability insurance (including pregnancy)
• Deferred healthcare insurance

In addition, an expat or employer can also take additional insurance:

• Medical care
• Workplace accidents and Accidents in private life

This webinar will also interactively sound out the needs of Belgian expatriates and provide time to answer questions from the audience.

 Event Details

Date: Tuesday, 16 May 2023

Time: @14.00-15.00hrs VN Time / 09.00-10.00hrs BE Time

Venue: Online – Zoom platform

Participation Fees:

– BeluxCham members: Free of charge

– For non-members: 200,000 VND

Registration deadline: 14 May 2023

Should you need any further clarification, don’t hesitate to let us know.

Our Speakers:

Dear BeluxCham Members & Friends

BeluxCham is thrilled to invite you to our upcoming networking event on the 26th of April at BOMMA Belgian Food & Beer Resto.

This event is an excellent opportunity for professionals to meet and connect with like-minded individuals in the business world, share ideas, and build valuable relationships.

Moreover, Everyone will have the opportunity to enjoy an array of Belgian food and drinks, from classic moules-frites to decadent chocolates, waffles, and Belgian beer., making it a great way to unwind after a long day at work.

Event Details

Date: Wednesday, 26 April 2023

Time: 6.00 PM – 09.00 PM

Venue: BOMMA Belgian Food & Beer Resto, 1 Pham Ngu Lao Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi

Participation Fees (Include welcome drink):

– BeluxCham members: Free of charge

– Co-host members: 150,000 VND

– For non-members: 300,000 VND

Register Link: https://forms.gle/b3YFekmxAZAcwZpG7

Registration deadline: April 24th, 2023

Should you need any further clarification, don’t hesitate to let us know.