About Swiss-Viet Economic Forum 2024
TRADE AND INVESTMENT COOPERATION
stand as a key pillar of our bilateral relationship, offering ample opportunities for continued growth.
$1.903 BILLION ACROSS 206 DISTINCT PROJECTS
robust total Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) of The thriving bilateral trade and the investments from Swiss companies into Vietnam have seen a positive trajectory
STRENGTHEN COLLABORATIONS
between government bodies, regional authorities, investors, and businesses of both countries - aims of Vietnam Day 2024 (co-organized by The Embassy of Viet Nam in Switzerland and Vietnam-Switzerland Economic Forum )
THE FORUM WILL SERVE AS A HUB FOR EXCHANGING
experiences and shaping strategic policies focusing on facilitating business growth and sustainable investments in sectors where Switzerland and Vietnam have keen interests.
Agenda (to be updated)
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June [Day 1]
Welcome to Switzerland (VNM/Foreign Delegation only)
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Meeting with the Embassy of Viet Nam in Bern
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Culture Experience
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Individual activities for focused delegations
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Reception Dinner
04
June [Day 2]
“STRENGTHENING TIES, BUILDING FUTURES”
08:30 - 09:00: Registration
09:00 - 09:15: Opening & Remarks
09: 15 - 10:30 :
SECTION 1 - ECONOMIC POLICY TO SUPPORT TRADE, INVESTMENTS AND GROWTH IN KEY SECTORS
Develop practical strategies to boost trade, investments, and business ties sustainably and beneficially for both countries. Improve understanding of each other's markets, business norms, and key sectors challenges to ease collaboration
Panel Discussion: "The Potential Economic Policies and investment landscape for Key Growth Sectors"
Identify and strategize on how key industries can optimize the benefits derived from economic policies.
This includes addressing FTA on tariff reductions, non-tariff barriers, intellectual property rights, and regulatory alignment to facilitate smoother trade and investments flows and increased market access.
10:30 - 10:45 : Tea Break
10:45 - 12:00:
SECTION 2 - SWISS-VIETNAMESE COOPERATION: THE ROLE AND POTENTIAL OF SPECIFIC STRATEGIC SECTORS
A deeper exploration of Swiss-Vietnamese collaborations in the sectors of Energy, Technology, and Industry to drive sustainable growth.
Addressing synergies, challenges, and strategic directions for future growth and fostering an integrated discussion to provide actionable insights and strengthen the framework for ongoing and future collaborations.
Panel Discussion:
Actionable strategies from the Swiss-Vietnamese collaborative experience that can propel sustainable growth in these critical sectors.
12:00 - 13:30 : Business Luncheon
13:30 - 15:00:
SECTION 3 - POTENTIAL OPPORTUNITIES IN FINANCIAL COOPERATION
A focus on enhancing cross-border financial services, including trade finance and wealth management and a deep dive into fintech and digital transformation, adopting technologies like blockchain to improve efficiency and customer service.
It also explores opportunities in green finance, support for eco-friendly projects, and strategies to align and navigate regulatory landscapes for smoother operations.
Panel Discussion: "Leveraging Technological Innovations and Sustainable Practices in
Swiss-Vietnamese Banking Partnerships"
Explore how cutting-edge financial technologies and sustainable finance practices can be
integrated within Swiss-Vietnamese banking collaborations.
15:00 - 15:15: Tea Break
15:15 - 16:15:
SECTION 4 - INNOVATION IDEAS – SUCCESSFUL STORIES
A dynamic platform for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and start-ups to showcase their innovative products, services, and business models, highlighting their contributions to the economy and their potential for growth and scalability.
This session aims to foster networking opportunities, attract potential investors and partners, and stimulate discussions on the challenges and successes in the entrepreneurial ecosystem, ultimately promoting entrepreneurship, innovation, and economic diversification.
16:15 - 16:30: Closing Remarks
16:15 - 16:30: Press Conference
17:00 - 20:00: Networking Dinner (Registered Guests)
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Facts Finding Trips
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One to One Meetings
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Delegation Activities
June [Day 3]
Speakers / Panelists (to be updated)
Ambassador Phung The Long
Natalie Rast
Ambassador Thomas Gass
Dr. Philipp Rösler
Luong Hoang Thai
Ambassador of VietNam to Switzerland and Liechtenstein
Head of the International Labour Affairs division at the Labour Directorate of the State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO)
Ambassador of Switzerland to Viet Nam
Honorary Consul of
Viet Nam in Switzerland, President Swiss - Viet Economic Forum (SVEF)
Director-General of the Department of Multilateral Trade Policy,
Ministry of Industry and Trade of Viet Nam
Ivo Sieber
Former Ambassador of Switzerland to Vietnam, Vice-President SVEF
Nguyen Ho Nam
Dzung Tran
Chaiman of Bamboo Capital of Viet Nam, Vice-President SVEF
Senior Vice-President, FPT Software. Chief Executive Officer, FPT Software Europe
Angela Di Rosa
Senior Consultant Southeast Asia of Swiss Global Enterprises
Xinyue Hou
Porfolio Manager of
Asian Funds at Bellecapital
Pham Luu Hung
Sungsoo Na
Cong Thang Huynh
Chief Economist of SSI Securities Corporation
Chief Investment Officer at Finhay Group
Co-Founder of Innolab Asia
Organizers
Partners (to be updated)
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Sponsors (to be updated)
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Guests
About The Venue
Nestled in the vibrant heart of Zurich, the University of Zurich University provides an inspiring backdrop for fostering Swiss-Vietnamese ties
This prestigious institution, deeply woven into the fabric of Zurich's cultural and academic life, offers an ideal setting for dialogue, collaboration, and the exchange of ideas crucial to the Forum's success.
