EuroCham advocates for gradual Extended Producer Responsibility approach at consultation
On July 28, EuroCham representatives attended a consultation workshop on draft recycling cost norms (Fs) and Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) implementation in Vietnam. The event was organized by the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI), National EPR Council, and the Vietnam Alcohol-Beer-Beverage Association (VBA). The consultation workshop was part of an ongoing […]
[SUPPORTED EVENT] Saigon Newport Corporation Running Tournament 2023 – Run As One
Saigon Newport Corporation (SNP) organizes the SNP Running Tournament 2023 – “Run As One”, a sporting event carrying the meaningful message: “Running steps towards the same direction, moving forward with the pioneering spirit, together connecting the community, we will together create a harmonious world in diversity and sustainable development. The primary goal of this […]
EuroCham’s recommendations heard by Prime Minister at administrative reform meeting
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh chaired a pivotal meeting on administrative reform in Hanoi on July 19, with EuroCham as the sole foreign chamber invited. EuroCham seized the opportunity to convey the European business community’s recommendations. The meeting, which focused on a preliminary review of administrative reform progress in the first half of […]
[CORPORATE PARTNER] BASF to supply Neopentyl Glycol from Zhanjiang to KHUA
BASF and Zhejiang Guanghua Technology Co.,Ltd. (KHUA) have signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) for the supply of Neopentyl Glycol (NPG) from BASF’s Zhanjiang Verbund site to KHUA. This agreement marks a significant milestone in the long-term partnership between both parties. KHUA, a reputed manufacturer of saturated polyester resins for the powder coatings industry […]
EuroCham Vietnam proposes full inclusion of EU member countries in Vietnam’s visitor visa exemption list
EuroCham Vietnam, the leading voice of the European business community in Vietnam, submitted a letter to Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, proposing the expansion of Vietnam’s visitor visa exemption list to encompass all 27 EU member countries. Recognizing the recent efforts undertaken by the Vietnamese government to streamline its visa system, EuroCham Vietnam […]
EuroCham FAABS Vice-Chair Paul-Antoine Croizé shares his recommendations on VTV1
EuroCham FAABS Vice-Chair Paul-Antoine Croizé was recently featured on VTV1’ news program. The episode, aired on July 10, 2023, centered around on the collaborative efforts to boost Vietnam’s exports in the remaining six months of the year. To see his appearance, click here and skip to 2:00 . Paul-Antoine Croizé, EuroCham’s Food, Aquaculture, and […]
Vietnam passes new Law on Tender: an advocacy success for the EuroCham Medical Devices and Diagnostics Sector Committee
The National Assembly of Vietnam passed the much-awaited Law on Tender on June 23, 2023, marking a significant milestone in the regulation of the instrument placement model. The law, officially promulgated on July 10, 2023, addresses issues that arose due to the lack of a legal framework for this model. The instrument placement model has […]
EuroCham’s GGSC Strengthens Collaboration with Vietnam’s Ministry of Construction
EuroCham’s Green Growth Sector Committee (GGSC) recently met with Vietnam’s Ministry of Construction (MoC) on July 12. The primary objective of the gathering was to fortify the relationship between GGSC and MoC in advocating for sustainable buildings. A pivotal topic discussed during the meeting centered around the collaboration between GGSC, Vietnam Green Building Council […]
Board Member Stuart Livesey explores Vietnam’s Power Development Plan VIII and FDI potential on VTV4’s ‘Vietnam and the World’ program
EuroCham Board Member and Green Growth Sector Committee (GGSC) Vice-Chair, Stuart Livesey, was recently featured as an in-studio guest on VTV4’s “Vietnam and the World” program. The episode, aired on July 10, 2023, centered around Vietnam’s Power Development Plan (PDP) VIII. To see his appearance, click here. Mr. Livesey discussed the following: Various […]
VIETRADE’s supplier-connector event features insights from EuroCham FAABS Vice-Chair Paul-Antoine Croizé
In a recent event organized by the Vietnamese Trade Promotion Agency (VIETRADE), a panel discussion was held on July 12, aiming to foster connections between suppliers in southern Vietnam and distributors, exporting businesses, and trade promotion organizations. The series, which spanned from the north to the south, sought to promote local products and enhance Vietnam’s […]
Plant Protection Department and CropLife Asia signing MOU to collaborate in implementing the “Sustainable Pesticide Management Framework”
On 11 July 2023, at the office of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD), the Plant Protection Department (PPD) and CropLife Asia (CLA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding to collaborate in implementing the “Sustainable Pesticide Management Framework” (SPMF), with the witness of Vice Minister – Dr. Hoang Trung of MARD, Dr. Tan Siang […]
EuroCham Vietnam’s Q2 2023 Business Confidence Index reveals a modest decline, reflecting prevailing market conditions
EuroCham Vietnam, the voice of the European business community in Vietnam, has released the results of its highly anticipated Business Confidence Index (BCI) for the second quarter of 2023. Conducted by Decision Lab, the BCI reveals a modest decline of 4.5 points in European business confidence towards the Vietnamese market, with the current score of […]
Medical Devices and Diagnostics Sector Committee (MDDSC) training on on the Code of Ethical Conduct for Interactions with Healthcare Professionals in the Medical Devices Industry
On July 5 in Ho Chi Minh City and July 7 in Hanoi, the EuroCham Medical Devices and Diagnostics Sector Committee (MDDSC) commenced a training workshop on the Code of Ethical Conduct for Interactions with Healthcare Professionals in the Medical Devices Industry. This event brought together key stakeholders from the healthcare sector after a prolonged […]
Ho Chi Minh City investment promotion conference advances legal support solutions
On July 7, 2023, the Vietnam International Arbitration Center (VIAC) and the Investment and Trade Promotion Center of Ho Chi Minh City (ITPC) jointly organized an investment promotion conference on the theme of “Improving investment attraction and proposing effective legal solutions for investors in Ho Chi Minh City.” EuroCham was represented by Vice-Chairman Minh Nguyen […]
EuroCham collaborates with business associations in macroeconomic dialogue with the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee’s Economic Commission
EuroCham Vietnam, in collaboration with various business associations, engaged in a discussion with the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee’s Economic Commission in Hanoi on July 5, 2023. The purpose of this dialogue was to facilitate the exchange of ideas and perspectives on the macroeconomic reports submitted to the Political […]
EuroCham discusses recycling cost norms for producers in Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) meeting
On July 5, 2023, the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) organized a meeting in Hanoi to discuss the Prime Minister’s draft decision regarding the calculation of the recycling costs for producers of recyclable packaging materials and products. The objective of this meeting was to gather comments and recommendations from stakeholders, including EuroCham, to […]
[Work @ EuroCham] Pharma Group Policy Officer – based in Ho Chi Minh City
EuroCham Vietnam Pharma Group (PG) is currently looking for a Pharma Group Policy Officer based in Ho Chi Minh City. Key responsibilities include: Anticipate policy changes, analyze and collaborate with industry leaders to build common industry policy positions and advocacy actions to advance the innovative pharmaceutical industry’s mission. Lead the activities of PG Working Groups […]
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[CORPORATE PARTNER] Decision Lab Financial Trends Report 2023
Decision Lab interviewed over a thousand adults in Vietnam throughout April, asking them about their current financial priorities, choices, motivations, and expectations for their financial future. Some of the key findings include: Saving for unexpected hardship and protecting their families from emergencies are the top financial priorities for half of the respondents; Investing is becoming […]
Tourism and Hospitality Sector Committee Chairman Mario Mendis discusses visa reforms and Vietnam’s tourism growth on VTV4 and National Assembly TV
EuroCham Tourism and Hospitality Sector Committee Chairman Mario Mendis made two appearances on Vietnamese-language TV to discuss the latest developments in Vietnam’s tourism industry. On VTV4’s Vietnamese 9 p.m. News Bulletin program on June 30, he shed light on the latest developments in Vietnam’s tourism industry, specifically regarding recent travel visa reforms. Mr. Mendis provided […]
EuroCham, the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Environment and the EU Delegation forge collaboration for sustainable development in Vietnam
EuroCham participated in a dialogue on June 29 in Hanoi focusing on Vietnam’s transition towards a green and low-carbon circular economy. Led by Florika Fink-Hooijer, the Director-General of the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Environment (DG ENV), the gathering convened representatives from EuroCham, the European Commission, and the EU Delegation to Vietnam. The main focus […]
