The event is being held in parallel with the 10th Asia Business Summit (ABS) also in Hanoi on October 17. Both events are hosted by the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI).

At the Vietnam Business Summit 2018.

Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc is slated to be among key speakers at the VBS 2019, which has attracted 600 delegates, including 200 CEOs of international businesses and corporations, and a Japanese business delegation.

Under the theme "Vietnam-A Trusted Business Partner in the Digital Age,” discussions at the VBS 2019 will focus on scientific and technological innovations, the shift of human resources in a digital age, and the many opportunities for Vietnam. 

During the conference, businesses will have an opportunity to update on the latest development trends in the economy in the digital age, learn of new business opportunities, and gain knowledge from the many practical lessons of those who have been successful in the Vietnamese market.

The event will also provide chances for domestic businesses to connect with international partners and share potential cooperation projects.

The VBS was first held at the APEC Summit in 2017. Following that success, the VCCI was assigned by the Prime Minister to organize VBS-2018 on the sidelines of the 2018 WEF ASEAN Conference in Vietnam.

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NA Vice Chairman receives EU business official

National Assembly Vice Chairman Phung Quoc Hien affirmed that Vietnam always provides support for investors in the country, during a reception in Hanoi on October 7 for Chairman of the EU – ASEAN Business Council Donald Kanak.

Bac Giang event to foster tourism, business activities

A culture, tourism and trade week opened in the northern province of Bac Giang on October 5, attracting the participation of more than 500 businesses.

Bac Giang enterprises actively do business with high responsibility for community

(BGO) – Thanks to the activeness, creativeness of the business and entrepreneur as well as the facilitation of the party, state authorities and functional sectors, the community of enterprises in the northern province of Bac Giang has gained dramatic achievements. They not only well fulfil the business activities but also pay due attention to the social welfare with high responsibility for the  community. 

Korean firms seek business opportunities in Vietnam

Vietnam is an attractive destination for many Korean businesses, Choi Gangsun, Director of Gyeonggi high-tech park, said at a trade promotion workshop held in Ho Chi Minh City on October 3.

Source: VNA