New application deadline for GVB Awards: 15.05.2025
1. Introduction:
The Global Vietnam Business Forum is a leading event for the global Vietnamese business community, gathering experts, entrepreneurs, and international investors. With the mission to connect and drive sustainable development, the forum not only serves as an economic bridge between Vietnam and the world but also opens up excellent business opportunities, particularly in the UK and Europe.
2. This Year's Theme:
Green Transition: Emphasizing green economic solutions, renewable energy, and sustainable development, aiming to minimize environmental impact and create long-term value for businesses.
Digital Transformation: Integrating technology into the core of business, from artificial intelligence (AI), blockchain to e-commerce, helping businesses enhance their global competitiveness.
Bringing Vietnamese Brands to the World: Building a creative, high-quality, and prestigious Vietnamese brand image to attract attention and trust from the UK and European markets.
3. Key Activities:
Thematic Forum: Engage in in-depth discussions with leading speakers and experts in the fields of economics, technology, and energy.
Business Exhibition: Explore outstanding products and services presented by Vietnamese brands, highlighting innovation and collaboration.
Investment Networking: Facilitate direct meetings between Vietnamese businesses and European investors, with a focus on key sectors such as real estate, high-tech agriculture, and digital technology.
Startup Competition Final: Witness the thrilling finale of the startup competition, where top startups will showcase their innovative solutions and vie for recognition.
Awards Gala Dinner: Attend a prestigious evening event to honor exemplary businesses and celebrate the winners of the startup competition.
4. Objectives:
Connect Worldwide Vietnamese Businesses and International Networks: Foster collaboration between Vietnamese businesses and international business leaders.
Share Knowledge for Sustainable Development: Facilitate the exchange of ideas and practical experiences to promote long-term growth and innovation.
Support Vietnamese Innovation: Empower Vietnamese startups to contribute to global technological and business advancements.
Showcase Vietnamese Brands: Highlight Vietnam's unique strengths, products, and services to enhance its global reputation, attract international partnerships, and promote cultural and economic exchange.
5. Significance:
The Global Vietnam Business Forum is not only a networking event but also an opportunity for Vietnamese businesses to demonstrate their competitiveness, adapt to new economic trends, and make a strong mark in major markets such as the UK and Europe.
What can Vietnamese businesses learn from developed countries in adopting clean technologies and reducing carbon emissions?
How can key industries in Vietnam (such as textiles, agriculture, and manufacturing) transition to sustainable development models while maintaining economic efficiency?
What are the opportunities for collaboration between Vietnamese businesses and international organizations in renewable energy projects, green transportation, and the circular economy?
What policies and incentives in the UK/Europe can Vietnamese businesses leverage to promote green development?
What should Vietnam prepare to meet ESG (Environmental - Social - Governance) standards when exporting to international markets?
Where should small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Vietnam start to effectively implement digital transformation?
What are the most crucial digital technologies that Vietnamese businesses should invest in to enhance their global competitiveness (e.g., AI, Blockchain, IoT, Big Data, etc.)?
How can businesses train their workforce in Vietnam to develop the digital skills required to meet global market demands?
What should businesses be aware of regarding cybersecurity and data protection when expanding into international markets?
What are the emerging trends in e-commerce, digital payments, and digital marketing that Vietnamese businesses should embrace?
How can green transition and digital transformation be combined to optimize costs and create sustainable value for businesses?
What role can the Vietnamese business community in the UK and Europe play in supporting Vietnamese businesses in both digital and green transformation?