[HCMC | Business Luncheon] Vietnam Hospitality & Hotel Investment Outlook 2026
Event Organizer
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Eurocham
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Phone
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Email
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Website
Eurocham Website
Other Organizers
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JLL Vietnam
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DN Legal
Vietnam’s tourism sector is experiencing rapid growth, targeting 8.3 – 8.5% of GDP by 2025, supported by government initiatives and improved international connectivity. Enhanced flight routes from major carriers like Emirates, combined with infrastructure investments, have made Vietnam increasingly accessible to global travelers. This momentum has attracted significant hospitality investments interest, positioning Vietnam as a strong competitor to Thailand in Southeast Asian tourism.
In this business luncheon, EuroCham Vietnam, together with JLL and DN Legal, will explore the latest trends in the hospitality industry and hotel investment, as well as the various legal aspects to consider.
What we’ll examine together:
• The rise of Vietnam as a key tourism destination in SouthEast Asia leads to the resilience of the hotel sector and fuels developments in key markets.
• Trends in hotel investment volumes: How does Vietnam compares to neighbouring countries?
• What to expect in 2026 beyond, especially with the provincial restructuring?
• What legal aspects to consider when you want to develop, manage, buy or sell a hotel in Vietnam?
Details of the event:
• Date: Wednesday, 14 January 2026
• Time: 11:45AM – 02:00PM
• Location: Hôtel des Arts, 76-78 Nguyen Thi Minh Khai, Vo Thi Sau Ward, HCMC
• Fee (lunch included):
EuroCham members: 600,000VND/pax
Non – members: 900,000VND/pax
• Contact: Ms Khanh at eventsupport@eurochamvn.org for more information
*Please note that cancellation (if any) must be made at least 48 hours before the event; otherwise, full charge (600,000VND/pax for EuroCham members or 900,000VND/pax for non-members) will be applied due to obligation with venue.
Speakers
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Karan KhanijouSenior Vice President, Hotels & Hospitality Group, JLLKaran is a Senior Vice President in the Hotels & Hospitality Group at JLL, advising institutional investors, high-net-worth investors, and leading owner-operators on hotel investment sales and strategic capital decisions across Asia-Pacific.
He has advised on close to US$1 billion in hotel transaction value, across complex, cross-border deals in key markets including Thailand, Korea, Vietnam, and the Maldives, among others. Karan brings a practical, deal-driven perspective informed by hands-on transaction execution across market cycles.
He holds an MBA from the Kellogg School of Management and has 15 years of experience in the real estate sector. -
Marina BraccianiVice President, Hotels & Hospitality Research, Asia Pacific JLLMarina leads Hotels & Hospitality Research for JLL across Asia Pacific. She is dedicated to providing research service internally and for our Clients, from local data sourcing, tailored assignment analysis, to publications and bespoke research decks for clients. She also supports the Advisory team on market studies and tourism advisory projects throughout the region, especially in Southeast Asia. Based in Bangkok, Thailand, Marina joined JLL’s Hotels & Hospitality team in May 2021 after gaining experience in the data team of JLL’s Asia Pacific Research team for commercial real estate.
Key recent publications include: Lifestyle Hotels in Asia Pacific 2025, Asia Pacific Hotel Operators’ Sentiment Survey (HOSS), The rise of branded residences in Asia Pacific, Hotel Investment Guide reports, Asia Pacific Hotel Investment Highlights. -
Anh LeManaging Partner, DN LegalAnh Le is the Managing Partner of DN Legal, where he leads the firm’s corporate M&A and real estate practices. His practice spans M&A transactions, real estate development, energy, and infrastructure projects, with a strong focus on advising foreign investors in Vietnam.
He has acted for all major foreign and leading local real estate developers, supporting high-value residential, hospitality, commercial, and industrial projects. Known for combining legal precision with commercial insight, Tuan Anh is a trusted advisor to investors navigating complex transactions and regulatory challenges in Vietnam.
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Giang PhanHead of Real Estate and Hospitality, DN LegalGiang Phan is a Vietnam-qualified lawyer with extensive experience in real estate law, M&A, and corporate governance. As Head of Real Estate and Hospitality at DN Legal, she has led complex buy- and sell-side M&A transactions across residential, hospitality, and industrial park projects, tackling intricate legal challenges and ensuring compliance. Beyond real estate, she advises on commercial transactions, labor law, and corporate compliance. Fluent in English and Vietnamese, she delivers strategic, solution-driven counsel across industries.
Event Descriptions
Date
- 14 Jan 2026
Time
- 11:45 am - 2:00 pm
Location
- 76-78 Nguyen Thi Minh Khai, D3, HCMC
