EuroCham organised Conference providing Sustainable Building Solutions towards a Smart City
Ho Chi Minh City November 24th, 2016, the European Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam (EuroCham) in collaboration with Phillips, St Gobain, Ecocim and Siemens organised the “Sustainable Building towards a Smart City” workshop to propose sustainable solutions in construction towards contributing to the sustainable urbanisation in HCMC. The conference gathered high interest and support of […]
EuroCham Vietnam Launched its Central Vietnam Chapter Gathering Business and Provincial Governments
On the 24th November 2016, in Danang, EuroCham in collaboration with the EU-Vietnam Business Network (EVBN) hosted the first EuroCham Central Vietnam Business Forum (ECV Business Forum). The ECV Business Forum discussed the economics and business opportunities of Danang, Quang Nam and Thua Thien-Hue provinces, in a unique dialogue on the current state of Central […]
Chairman Nguyen Thanh Phong received Chairman of Eurocham
On November 21, Chairman of HCMC People’s Committee Nguyen Thanh Phong received Mr. Michael Behrens, Chairman of European Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam (EuroCham) in a visit to discuss cooperation opportunities. At the reception, Mr. Nguyen Thanh Phong highly appreciated well-developed Vietnam-EU cooperation relation, affirming that the Partnership Cooperation Agreement (PCA) between Vietnam and EU […]
First eScooter Sharing System launched in Vietnam: Green mobility for a sustainable city life
On November 21st, 2016 an eScooter Sharing System was launched at Ho Chi Minh University of Technology. This is the result of a joint project between Bosch in Vietnam and Ho Chi Minh University of Technology (HCMUT), Danang University of Science and Technology (DUT), and Vietnamese-German University (VGU). Students working in this project are winners […]
EuroCham met Ho Chi Minh City Peoples Committee to Discuss Smart City Initiatives
On 21st November, President of Ho Chi Minh City Committee, Mr. Nguyen Thanh Phong met with EuroCham Green Growth Sector Committee delegation led by EuroCham Chairman, Mr. Michael Behrens. The two leaders discussed cooperation opportunities and preparations for a series of activities towards the aim to develop Ho Chi Minh City into an efficient and […]
Protecting your IP whilst Transferring Technology to South-East Asia
In recent years, European SMEs have started to look to the Association of South-East Asian Nations (ASEAN) to be a key player in the investment and development of several different types of technologies across a multitude of industries. Relatively low labor costs, high skill levels and diversity in the level of development across the region, […]
EuroCham Delegation met with different Departments of Ho Chi Minh City to discuss sustainable building solutions
On 15th, 16th and 17th November, EuroCham’s delegation comprised EuroCham Board members and Representatives of Green Growth Sector Committee, Sustainable Building (SUBU) working group members met with Director of HCMC Department of Construction, Mr. Tran Trong Tuan, Director of Department of Urban Planning and Architecture, Mr. Nguyen Thanh Nha and representatives of Energy Conservation Center […]
EU Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development Phil Hogan participated in activities organised by EuroCham
During the visit on 3rd and 4th November, EU Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development Phil Hogan met with EuroCham Board members and its Sector Committees including Intellectual Property Rights, Food & Agri-aqua Business, Wines & Spirits and Nutritional Food Group. On 3rd November, EU Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development Phil Hogan participated in the […]
EuroCham met with André von Walter – Legal Counsel and Negotiator in the Directorate General for Trade of the European Commission
On 10th November, EuroCham met with André von Walter – Legal Counsel and Negotiator in the Directorate General for Trade of the European Commission. His recent work has focused on developing the European Union's approach to investment dispute resolution. He represented the EU in bilateral investment negotiations with Singapore, Canada, Vietnam, Morocco, Japan and the […]
Briefing on How to prepare and organise Government Meetings organised by EuroCham-EVBN and MOFA
On 9th November, EuroCham in coordination with Ministry of Foreign Affairs and EVBN organised a breakfast briefing on How to prepare and organise Government Meetings successfully. The guest speakers are respected public affairs professionals with an extensive track-record of working with the Government and the speakers openly shared their deep knowledge and experience. The briefing […]
EU Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development Phil Hogan participated in the Roundtable on IPRs, GIs and Food Safety organised by EuroCham
During the visit on 3rd November, EU Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development Phil Hogan participated in the Roundtable on Intellectual Property Rights, Geographic Indications and Food Safety, organised by EuroCham Vietnam. The event approached crucial topics regarding the food industry and production in Vietnam, covering practical discussions in two main sessions. Session 1: Geographical […]
Robert Bosch Stiftung supports the Launch of a Technical Textbook Modern Automotive Technology
On 9 November 2016, The technical book "Modern Automotive Technology” was launched in Ho Chi Minh City. A team of 27 Vietnamese scholars at home and abroad have translated the original book from German into Vietnamese. Mr. Vo Quang-Hue, vice chairman EuroCham, translator group leader for the new textbook said “this book will contribute practically to […]
500 Schoolchildren from Rural Areas Learn about Role of Water at Kids Lab 2016
500 schoolchildren from rural areas learn about role of water at Kids’ Lab 2016 BASF brings interactive education program to Vietnamese kids for sixth consecutive year Schoolchildren learn about the critical role of water and water saving through fun experiments [Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam , November 9, 2016] About 500 primary students from Ho […]
Presentation in meeting with EU Commissioner for Agriculture Rural Development Phil Hogan – 4 November 2016
On 4 November 2016 several Sector Committees could meet with EU Commissioner Phil Hogan in a closed meeting. The FAASC was honoured to be invited and to share relevant issues with the EU Commissioner. The FAASC hopes this meeting helps to improve the food safety situation in Vietnam as well as improve sustainability of the […]
Welcome new Discount Partners in October 2016!
Au Délice Restaurant: https://eurochamvn.org/node/16056 Chen Sea Resort & Spa Phu Quoc, Centara Boutique Collection: https://eurochamvn.org/node/14615 Đinh Viet Wine: https://eurochamvn.org/node/16098 Hotel Equatorial HCMC: https://eurochamvn.org/node/13946 Italian Point Company Limited: https://eurochamvn.org/node/16061 Long Beach Resort: https://eurochamvn.org/node/14064 Rosaka Nhatrang Hotel: https://eurochamvn.org/node/16033 Sai Gon Dep Clinic & Spa: https://eurochamvn.org/node/14971 Saigon Van International Relocations: https://eurochamvn.org/node/16057 Sanouva Saigon Hotel: https://eurochamvn.org/node/16065 South Pacific Travel […]
Welcome new Members in October 2016!
El Corte Ingles Hongkong Ltd. in HCMC Inbiotech Olympus Medical Systems Vietnam Co., Ltd. VV TIKVES AD SKOPJE
Presentation in Roundtable on Intellectual Property Rights, Geographic Indications and Food Safety – 3 November 2016
Early November Phil Hogan visited Vietnam. On this occasion EuroCham organised a Roundtable on Intellectual Property Rights, Geographic Indications and Food Safety. The FAASC discussed issues related to food safety based on the following presentation as presented at the roundtable. See for more information also here.
Eurocham Advocacy Action
Meetings With Government and Stakeholders On 24-26 October 2016, on behalf of EuroCham, Mr. George Berczely, Chairman of EuroCham Transportation and Logistics Sector Committee and Government Affair Officer, Ms. Nguyen Lan Nhi attended a workshop organised by the Global Alliance for Trade Facilitation (GATF) in Hanoi. Participants were engaged in a roundtable discussion on practical implementation […]
Taxation and Transfer Pricing Sector Committee Update
The Taxation & Transfer Pricing Sector Committee raised their comments and recommendations on draft Decree on tax management for affiliated enterprises to the Ministry of Finance dated 3rd October. On 28th October, 2016 EuroCham Board member, Boris Gueudin and Tax & Transfer Pricing Sector Committee members were invited to a meeting with Ministry of Finance […]
Establishment of International Quality Generics Sector Committee
The establishment of International Quality Generics Sector Committee under the EuroCham Healthcare Forum was officially approved in the EuroCham Executive Committee meeting on 13 October 2016. On 17 October, the first meeting of this Sector Committee was held to disscuss Whitebook 2017 topics and elect Board members. Mr. Ngo Van Huy, General Manager Vietnam & Cambodia at Abbott […]
Mobility Sector Committee Update
The kick-off meeting of Mobility Sector Committee was held on 17th October. Mr. Bargellini Cesare. Mr. Bargellini – CFO of Piaggio Corporation in Vietnam was elected Chairman of the Sector Committee. The Vice Chairman remained Mr. Vo Quang Hue from Bosch Vietnam and Mr. Xavier Casin Peugeot Scooters was elected New Treasurer.
Information and Communications Technology Sector Committee Update
The IT Sector Committee has been officially renamed to Information & Communications Technology (“ICT”). Mr. Amanuel Flobbe Co-founder of Sunbytes was elected Chairman, two Vice Chairmen elected were Mr. Kévin Richard, Country Manager of Softnet and Mr. Guru Mallikarjuna, Managing Director of Robert Bosch Engineering and Solutions. The ICT SC will work on 3 main […]
