During a productive visit to Bangkok on 25-26 November 2024, Mrs. Delphine Rousselet, Executive Director of EuroCham Vietnam, participated in a series of high-level engagements that reinforced EuroCham’s role as a bridge between European businesses and ASEAN markets.
EU-Thailand FTA Dialogue
Delphine attended the EABC Luncheon: Progress and Prospects in the EU-Thailand Free Trade Agreement Negotiations, where she raised a pivotal question on lessons learned from Vietnam and Singapore’s FTAs with the EU. This thoughtful contribution highlighted EuroCham Vietnam’s value in regional dialogues, reflecting its commitment to fostering impactful economic relationships. Read more HERE.
Strategic Meetings
- SAP’s Expanding Role
Mrs. Delphine met Mrs. Varunee from SAP, a newly joined EuroCham Vietnam member, to explore their growing interest in deeper collaborations, further strengthening ties with one of the world’s leading technology companies. - Advantage Austria
A productive discussion with Mr. Michael Frield, newly appointed at Advantage Austria Bangkok, built on their recent collaboration during the Green Technology Seminar in Vietnam. This meeting reaffirmed the shared vision of advancing sustainable technology solutions across borders. - Inspiring Female Leadership
Mrs. Delphine connected with Mrs. Elena Orru, author of “Women Hold Up Half the Sky” and founder of Memosa, a platform for female expats. They discussed her potential involvement with EuroCham’s Women in Business Sector Committee and future workshops to support female empowerment. - Embassy of Portugal
At the Portuguese Embassy, Mrs. Delphine met Mr. Afonso Duarte, Economic and Commercial Counsellor, to introduce EuroCham’s mission and events, paving the way for Portugal’s deeper involvement in Vietnam’s green transformation journey. - Embassy of Luxembourg
Meeting Mr. Eric Lauer, newly appointed at the Luxembourg Embassy in Bangkok, allowed Delphine to present EuroCham Vietnam’s key initiatives, including its upcoming events like the Whitebook Launch and Green Economy Forum & Exhibition (GEF) 2025.
A Vision for the Future
These engagements underscore EuroCham Vietnam’s dedication to fostering collaboration across Europe, Vietnam, and ASEAN. By participating in such dialogues and cultivating partnerships, EuroCham continues to champion a sustainable and thriving business environment. As the organisation looks ahead to 2025 and beyond, its commitment to building bridges between the EU and ASEAN remains steadfast, ensuring long-lasting impact for all stakeholders involved.
