Dear BritCham members, partners and friends,
October is one of the most important months of the year for BritCham, with the return of our two largest flagship events: the UK–Vietnam Business Forum 2026 in Ho Chi Minh City and the Vietnam Education Forum 2026 in Hanoi. We would be delighted to welcome you to both.
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- | UK–VIETNAM BUSINESS FORUM 2026
- Today, BritCham held a media gathering for the UK–Vietnam Business Forum 2026. Held on 29 October under the theme “Vision 2045: Creating a High Income, High Value Economy”, the Forum brings together business leaders, experts and senior government representatives from both nations to discuss Vietnam’s path to becoming a high-income economy by 2045.
- 📍 Vinpearl Landmark 81, Autograph Collection, 720A Dien Bien Phu Street, Thanh My Tay Ward, HCMC
- 📅 29/10/2026 | From 8:00 AM
- 8:00 AM – Morning plenary
- 1:30 PM – Breakout sessions
- 6:30 PM – Gala Dinner
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Supported by the British Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City. With thanks to our Platinum Sponsors BUV, Prudential Vietnam and Unilever; Gold Sponsors Arup, HSBC and KPMG; Silver Sponsor Dragon Capital; and all our in-kind sponsors. |
- ⏰ Today is the last day to secure your early-bird ticket. Standard rates apply from 2 October.
- [SECURE YOUR EARLY-BIRD TICKET]
- | VIETNAM EDUCATION FORUM 2026
- The Vietnam Education Forum 2026 returns to Hanoi, bringing together leaders from education, government and business to discuss “Quality & the Future of Education”.
- 📅 06/10/2026 | From 8:00 AM
- 📍 Meliá Hanoi, 44 Ly Thuong Kiet, Cua Nam Ward, Hanoi
- The morning plenary is now has now reached capacity, but places remain for our afternoon workshops (from 13:50):
- Workshop 1: The Need for an Employability Focus in Higher Education
- Workshop 2: In an AI-Shaped Society, Are We Teaching the Right Fundamentals?
- [REGISTER FOR THE WORKSHOPS]
———————ADVOCACY HIGHLIGHTS———————
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- BCAC Meeting with the Executive Board of Vietnam International Financial Centre
- BCAC held a meeting with the executive leadership of VIFC-HCM on 25 September. BCAC members delivered direct, practical policy feedback drawn from international markets experience, focusing on the implementation roadmap for VIFCs, operating and licensing models for international financial institutions and cross-border capital connectivity. BritCham reaffirmed its commitment to connecting VIFC with top-tier UK-based experts to share global best practices and provide technical advice, including legal framework development. [Read more].
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- Meeting with Ministry of Finance on Tax and Customs Issues
- On 17 September, BritCham attended the Meeting hosted by the Ministry of Finance (MOF) to resolve pending tax and customs issues captured in the summary report of the Deputy PM’s meeting. Representatives from BritCham Members were able to explain to various relevant MOF Deparments the on-going tax issues and impacts to businesses. [Read more]
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- Bilateral Meeting with General Department of Taxation to Resolve Tax Issues
- On 30 September 2026, the General Department of Taxation (GDT) under MOF organised a meeting with BritCham and Prudential to resolve issues previously raised at the Deputy Prime Minister’s meeting regarding tax policies for insurance agents and life insurance companies. The Meeting allowed for an in-depth discussion on the different interpretation of tax policies with various divisions under GDT, including Legal Division and Large Corporation Management Division. GDT will continue to seek further guidance from the Tax Policy Bureau of MOF in order to resolve the bottlenecks.
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- Consultation on Draft Regulations Implementing the Amended Customs Law
- The Customs Department under the Ministry of Finance is consulting business associations on draft regulations implementing the amended Customs Law (Law No. 11/2026/QH16). BritCham is consolidating member feedback for submission to the Customs Department.
- Input on Relaxing Market Access Conditions for Foreign Investors
- FIA/MOF has invited Chambers to propose sectors where easing is needed, as part of a draft Law amending the Law on Investment. BritCham is gathering input from members to contribute to this process.
———————MORE UPCOMING EVENTS———————
- | DISCOVER UK EDUCATION AT INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION CONFERENCE & EDTECH EXHIBITION 2026
- 08–09/10/2026 | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Grand Plaza Hanoi Hotel, 117 Tran Duy Hung Street, Hanoi
- Join BritCham Vietnam at the International Conference on Educational Cooperation in the Digital Era & Education and EdTech Exhibition to discover the UK education ecosystem and connect with partners shaping the future of learning.
[EXHIBITION REGISTRATION]
- Workshop: AI and Human Potential – Lessons from Education
- (8 October, 3:15 PM – 3:45 PM, Workshop Room WS 1)
- Simon Higham, Principal of British International School Ho Chi Minh City, and Rebecca Carroll, Principal of British International School Hanoi, discuss how to cultivate critical thinking, resilience, ethical judgement and character in an AI-driven era.
[WORKSHOP REGISTRATION]
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- | The Power of Access: Opening Doors for Women in Business
- 20/10/2026 | 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Boudoir Lounge, Sofitel Saigon Plaza,
17 Le Duan, Sai Gon Ward, HCMC
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On Vietnamese Women’s Day, BritCham Vietnam and the Minh Đức Foundation invite you to an evening on the one thing that most often decides whether a woman’s business grows: access. A panel of senior women leaders, will be followed by the launch of a twelve-month sponsorship programme pairing women founders with senior business leaders. Free entry for members.
[REGISTER NOW]
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- | Business & Beyond: How Leaders Navigate Career Pivots in a Transformed World
- Thursday, 22/10/2026 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Mövenpick Hotel Hanoi,
83A Ly Thuong Kiet Street, Cua Nam Ward, Hanoi
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Join fellow leaders for an evening of candid conversation on reinventing careers, and the businesses behind them, in a rapidly changing world. Free entry for members & BUV alumni. |
- 15/11/2026 | 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- RMIT UNIVERSITY VIETNAM
- 702 Nguyen Van Linh Street, Tan Hung Ward, HCMC
- Play for a good cause, all benefits go to BritCham Charity Fund.
- SIGN UP NOW
- Sponsorship opportunities are available. Please contact giang.ngo@britchamvn.com for more details.
———————WELCOME OUR NEW MEMBERS IN SEPTEMBER———————
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The Association of International Certified Professional Accountants (the Association) advances the reputation, employability, and quality of CPAs, CGMA designation holders, and accounting and financial professionals globally. Founded in 2017 by the AICPA and CIMA, it represents 580,000 AICPA and CIMA members, candidates, and registrants in more than 150 countries and territories, advocating for the public interest and business sustainability on current and emerging issues. |
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We believe that every IT investment should deliver measurable value to the business, whether by reducing risk, improving efficiency, protecting critical data, or sustainable growth.
Rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach, ITM works with BOD to understand business priorities, identify IT risks and recommend practical solutions that align with their needs and budget. |
| Michael Burke |
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After spending 16 years with Virgin Atlantic in the UK, US, China & India he then drove Hong Kong Airlines’ global expansion, before moving into Airports.
He is now working with Masterise Aviation to bring online Gia Binh Airport, 45kms east of the capital. |
———————BRITCHAM DISCOUNTS———————
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———————WHAT HAPPENED IN SEPTEMBER———————
- UK–Vietnam High-Level Conference on Financial Services 2026
- Held during the official visit of Dame Susan Langley DBE, Lady Mayor of the City of London, the conference was convened by the British Embassy, the British Consulate-General, BritCham Vietnam and Dragon Capital. It brought together senior leaders from government, business and academia to discuss practical steps towards robust capital markets, globally recognised professional standards and an inclusive financial ecosystem. 👉 [Read more]
- Business & Beyond: The Power of Meaningful Connections, held on 8 September 2026 at Sofitel Saigon Plaza, brought our business community together for an inspiring evening of strategic relationship-building and high-impact networking. Special thanks to our event partner British University Vietnam (BUV) for making this gathering a great success.
- Explore the moments here.
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- Communicating & Collaborating Across Cultures, held on 22 September 2026 at Viettel Building, HCMC, brought together business leaders and HR professionals for an interactive masterclass on cross-cultural collaboration. Special thanks to our partner British Council Vietnam for delivering an insightful session with practical frameworks and engaging discussions.
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- Explore the moments here.
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- The vibrant energy of our network was on full display during the simultaneous Connect & Cocktails hosted in both Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, bringing our community together for an evening of high-impact networking and great conversations.
- Relive the highlights here:
– Ha Noi
– Ho Chi Minh City
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- Navigating Growth & Risk in Vietnam: The Talent, Technology & Trust Imperative, held on 25 September 2026 at Fairmont Hanoi, brought together CEOs and senior leaders for an exclusive Executive Lunch on driving corporate growth and managing risk. Special thanks to Mr. Denzel Eades for leading the discussion, co-host British University Vietnam (BUV), and venue partner Fairmont Hanoi.
- Relive the highlights here.
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———————LEGAL UPDATES———————
| Recently issued regulations streamline investor selection procedures, clarifying bidding requirements and evaluation criteria, particularly for projects involving land. Vietnam’s Draft Law on Data Security proposes broader data governance, including requirements for data classification, security, cross-border transfers and localisation of certain data. Three practical guides were published, covering data centre investment, employment law, and planning and real estate providing investors with practical guidance on key areas of Vietnam’s regulatory landscape. |
See more at our website.
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———————SUPPORTING EVENTS———————
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PLASTICS CIRCULARITY INNOVATION CHALLENGE 2026 (PCIC 2026)
Application deadline: 26/10/2026
SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION
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VIETNAM INTERNATIONAL AWARDS 2026
07/11/2026 | 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM
KIMPTON FITZROY LONDON
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