European experiences, showcase smart solution, best practices and key challenges that face Ho Chi Minh City in the trend toward smart city
On the 30th June 2017, in HCMC – EuroCham and its Information Communication Technology Sector Committee (ICTSC) organised the half day conference Cyber security, Internet of Things, and Connected Services towards a Smart city. The event attracted more than 100 participants include the participation of representatives from the HCMC Information and Communications Department, Director of […]
Danang: EuroCham and Central Vietnam Chapter hosted a CEO Talk and Networking
EuroCham's Central Vietnam (ECV) Chapter, together with Regus, the Institute of Chartered Accountants of England and Wales (ICAEW), and Red Apron; organised another successful event in Danang. The CEO Talk featured top business leaders in Vietnam, discussing particular topics relevant to business and the current conditions of the Vietnamese and global markets. Attended by around […]
BASF helps improve learning environment for needy schools in Hậu Giang, Vietnam
Project provides new facilities for primary school and kindergarten Approximately 130 students will benefit each academic year Hậu Giang, Vietnam – June 28, 2017 – BASF, the world’s leading chemical company, broke ground yesterday on a school renovation project for a primary school located in a needy area of Hậu Giang Province, facilitated by Saigon […]
BASF launches MasterEase® admixture to support rapid construction growth in northern Vietnam
New generation of concrete admixture that reduces viscosity of concrete by up to 30% Facilitating easy pumping, placing, leveling, and finishing of concrete Hanoi, Vietnam – June 20, 2017 – BASF today launched MasterEase®, an innovative admixture for low-viscosity concrete, to help customers in the northern region of Vietnam create durable, high-quality concrete structures faster […]
EVFTA is the PLAN ‘A’ for Vietnam – EuroCham spoke at the VIETNAM ECONOMIC FORUM 2017
On 27 June 2017, Aymar de Liedekerke Beaufort, Vice-Chairman of the European Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam delivered a speech at the 2017 VIETNAM ECONOMIC FORUM organised by the Party Central Economic Committee. Mr de Liedekerke Beaufort took this opportunity to focus on the European-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA), with a slight touch on some global […]
EuroCham Vice Chair spoke at the ICAEW Economic Insight Q2 2017
On Tuesday, 20 June in HCMC, EuroCham participated in the event ICAEW Economic Insight Q2 2017: South East Asia Q2 Report. An initiative of ICAEW, the event focused on discussing current macroeconomic trends, focusing on an overview and forecasts regarding the finance,market, and other issues relevant to business in Vietnam and the region. Vice Chairman Aymar […]
EuroCham and Business Leaders Provided Insights On the EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement and The New SMEs Support Law
On the 22th June 2017, in HCMC – the European Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam (EuroCham) organised the Conference entitled: EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement: What’s in it for SMEs? and Insights on the new SME Law. The event gathered EuroCham's leadership and top business experts such as Nicolas Audier [EuroCham Vice Chairman], Hanh Tran [DFDL Vietnam Country Partner and Head of HCMC Office], Thomas McClelland [EuroCham Tax & Transfer Pricing Sector […]
EuroCham and EVBN promoted Vietnam towards Belgian enterprises in Brussels
On 14 June 2017 in Brussels, Mr. Miguel Charneco, former EuroCham Executive Committee Member, represented both EuroCham and the EU-Vietnam Business Network (EVBN) during the business seminar “Opportunities for Belgian enterprises in Asia”. The event was co-organised by the Brussels Enterprises Commerce and Industry (BECI) and the EU-Asia Business Link (EALink) project. The seminar attracted […]
EuroCham Delegation met with People's Committees of Hai Phong and Hai Duong Provinces
On 13 June 2017, EuroCham Delegation, led by Vice Chairman Mr. Gellert Horvath, Ms. Almut Roessner Executive Director, had a courtesy meetings with Mr. Vuong Duc Sang, Vice Chairman of Hai Duong People’s Committee and Mr. Le Thanh Son, Vice Chairman of Hai Phong People’s Committee to discuss potential cooperation to attract more European investors […]
ADVOCACY UPDATE: MAY | Week 2-4 |&| JUNE | Week 1-2
The Advocacy Update, posted regularly, is dedicated to updating our members and visitors on EuroCham's advocacy action on behalf of its members and Sector Committees. For general information on events which might be referred to in this section kindly follow the mentioned links or check our Events section. This Update includes information on: 1. Advocacy […]
EVFTA – Opportunities and challenges for development of Vietnam handicraft and furniture
HCMC, 14 June 2017 – EuroCham’s Vice-Chairman, Mr. Nicolas Audier attended the Workshop: “Promoting furniture and handicraft to the European Market” organised by VIETRADE (Ministry of Industry and Trade) in collaboration with EU-Vietnam MUTRAP project. Nicolas had a presentation on EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement – Opportunities and Challenges for development of Vietnam handicraft and furniture […]
EuroCham met with Bac Lieu Province Peoples’ Committee
HCMC – 6 June, EuroCham, together with its Business Associations namely GBA, DBA, BBGV, CCIFV, ICham, CEEC as well as Sector Committees (Food & Agri Aqua Business, Tourism and Human Resource & Training) joined a meeting with delegation of the People’s Committee of Bac Lieu Province. The meeting was hosted by EuroCham key partner, Department […]
EuroCham wins APAC Large Chamber of the Year Award
EuroCham wins APAC Large Chamber of the Year Award On 6 June 2017, EuroCham was awarded the recognition of Large Chamber of the Year of the first annual APAC 2017 International Chambers of Commerce Awards. Organized by EventBank, a leading cloud-based engagement management technology company and EuroCham’s Premium Service Partner, the awards recognizes chambers’ […]
Workshop on publishing of Freights and Surcharges of Ocean Container Shipping and Seaport Charges co-organised by EuroCham and Vinamarine
[HCMC, 8 June] EuroCham, in collaboration with the Vietnam Maritime Administration (Vinamarine) – Ministry of Transport organized a conference on publishing of Freights and Surcharges of Ocean Container Shipping and Seaport Charges. The conference attracted more than 150 participants from relevant businesses and shipping lines in HCMC and the South- Eastern region. At the conference, […]
EuroCham Hanoi and HCMC office's new telephone and facsimile numbers
Dear Members, We would like to inform you that from Saturday, 17 June 2017, our offices (Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City) will change telephone and facsimile codes following the Decision of the Vietnam Ministry of Information and Communications. Please see below our new telephone and facsimile numbers. We appreciate if you could update these […]
Vietnam solar PPA is ‘non-bankable’
A consortium of international chambers of commerce has advised the Vietnamese government that its draft solar PPA template is “non-bankable” and cannot attract financing for PV in Vietnam, particularly for medium and utility-scale projects, according to documents seen by PV Tech. Vietnam Business Forum (VBF), an umbrella group for all international Chambers of Commerce, which facilitates dialogue between […]
