AmCham Weekly Newsletter

October 10th, 2023

Upcoming Events
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October 11 - 2:00pm-4:30pm

Collaborative Construction Contracts, and Dispute in Public Works in Singapore: A Lesson for Vietnam

Virtual Event. Please register to receive Zoom link.


FIDIC contracts are all too familiar in construction industry. However, recently, the world is moving away from confrontational style contract into collaborative contracts. One of those countries is Singapore where government is adopted collaborative contracts for club public works.


Please join with senior Singaporean lawyers in a seminar on collaborative contracts, and see what lesson we can learn from Vietnam, to develop its infrastructure in the most collaborative way.

Register Online
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October 13 - 1:00pm-3:00pm

Traceable Supply Chains: Ensuring Compliance with the UFLPA

At InterContinental Saigon, Corner of Hai Ba Trung St and Le Duan Blvd, Dist. 1, HCMC


Join this event to understand what the U.S. Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA) is, why it exists, and how to ensure your manufacturing supply chains comply so you can ensure ethical supply chains and continue to export products to the United States. Learn directly from senior officials from U.S. Customs and Border Protection about the ULFPA, and join a follow-on discussion with industry experts to learn what practical measures you and your partner companies can take to ensure compliance and avoid having your shipments detained.

Simultaneous interpretation available in Vietnamese.

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October 23 - 6:00pm-8:30am

Members Night and Meet the U.S. Consulate General Team

At Lotte Legend Saigon, 2A-4A Ton Duc Thang St, Dist. 1, HCMC


AmCham invites you to the AmCham Members Night event including the U.S. Consulate General staff on Monday, October 23, 2023. Please plan to join the networking cocktail reception at 6:00pm. This will be our special opportunity to introduce you our recently joined members. After introducing of Consulate General team and new members, a cocktail reception will offer networking opportunities for one-on-one conversations with the Consulate General Team, AmCham Governors, and fellow members.

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October 24 - 8:30am-11:00am

Distribution Rights of Foreign Retailers in Vietnam: How to Play Efficiently by the Rules?

At The Reverie Saigon, 22-36 Nguyen Hue Blvd, Dist. 1, HCMC


It’s more than 15 years from Vietnam opened its retail market to foreign investors by way of its WTO commitments. Now it’s worth looking back for experiences and lessons, hopefully to help with improvements going forward.


Join us for the event co-hosted by LNT & Partners and the American Chamber of Commerce, on the key practical legal issues related to retail and distribution rights for foreign investors in Vietnam. In this event, we will focus on issues and solutions relating to crucial aspects of retail business conducted by foreign investors, including:

  • Investment registration;
  • Implementation of retail business;
  • Establishment of retail stores;
  • Intricacies around ENT removal under CPTPP and EVFTA; and
  • Online retail business.
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October 24 - 4:30am-5:30pm

AmCham 101 – New Member Orientation

At AmCham Office, Room 323, New World Hotel Saigon, 76 Le Lai Street, Dist. 1, HCMC


At this new member event, you will learn more from our Executive Director, Bradley LaLonde, about AmCham Vietnam benefits, our mission, and programs to help new members – or existing members who want to learn more – how to get involved and make the most of their AmCham membership.

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October 31 - 6:00pm-8:30pm

AmCham Connect & Cocktails at Mot Hai Bar

At Mot Hai Bar, Ground Floor, Eastin Grand Hotel Saigon, Truong Quoc Dung entrance, 53 Truong Quoc Dung, Phu Nhuan District, HCMC


Don’t miss October’s Connect & Cocktails. AmCham’s monthly informal networking event provides an opportunity to meet AmCham members and other professionals in an informal after-work setting over a glass of wine, beer, or a cocktail. Please plan to join for a great night of networking and our famous Lucky Draw!

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November 2 - 9:00am-11:30am

Tax Evasion in Vietnam: Risks, Ramifications, and Remedies

At Le & Tran Building, No.9 Area, 284 Nguyen Trong Tuyen St., Phu Nhuan District, HCMC


Join us for an exciting discussion on “Tax Evasion in Vietnam: Risks, Ramifications, and Remedies” to gain valuable insights into the intricate landscape of tax compliance and legal accountability. Our lead lawyer, Stephen Le, will demystify the concept of tax evasion in Vietnam, providing clarity between “administrative” and “criminal” tax evasion. The seminar will also help you to explore who bears responsibility in criminal law when tax evasion occurs. Practical strategies for businesses to minimize risks will also be discussed, ensuring that you can navigate the complexities of tax evasion and protect your business interests. Don’t miss the opportunity to engage with Stephen in an informative Q&A session—this event is a must-attend to safeguard your interests in Vietnam’s tax environment!

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November 8 - 8:30am-4:30pm

Vietnam: Apparel & Footwear Compliance Conference 2023

At Caravelle Saigon, 19-23 Lam Son Square, Dist. 1, HCMC


Apparel and footwear factory executives, directors, managers and their leadership teams come together in Vietnam to engage with the American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) for presentations discussing compliance. The opportunity for factories and their U.S. partners to convene promotes relationship building, a deeper understanding of U.S. requirements, and brand expectations for factories. Compliance is a critical component for U.S. brands and a top priority of AAFA, this seminar will breakdown different areas of compliance and talk about the challenges and how to smartly advance operations for compliance.


Factory owners and managers, textile and component companies, and chemical and processing firms that partner within the supply chains of major brands and retailers. The conference will be presented in English with full Vietnamese translation.

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November 14 - 6:30pm-8:30pm

Meet the Candidate Night

At Hôtel des Arts Saigon - MGallery, 76-78 Nguyen Thi Minh Khai St., Dist. 3, HCMC


Join us for an exclusive Members-only event to meet the candidates for the 2024-2025 AmCham Vietnam HCMC Board of Governors! Meet our impressive slate of candidates, hear their visions, and network with AmCham member colleagues and friends. No entry-fee to join.

Register Online

November 21 - 6:00pm-9:00pm

AmCham "Giving Thanks" Dinner 2023

At The Reverie Saigon, 22-36 Nguyen Hue Blvd, Dist. 1, HCMC


Please join us to express thanks for all the blessings we enjoy here in Vietnam, and celebrate Thanksgiving traditions, together with family, friends, and colleagues. Thanksgiving is an annual holiday that Americans celebrate with family and friends on the fourth Thursday in November (this year November 23) to give thanks for the harvest and good fortune we have enjoyed throughout the year.



At our 2023 Giving Thanks Dinner, we will honor and recognize AmCham member companies which have demonstrated ESG & CSR Impacts. More details on our Award Program coming soon.

Save The Date

December 9 - 6:00pm till late

AmCham Governors' Ball - BLUE ICE

At InterContinental Saigon, Corner of Hai Ba Trung St. and Le Duan Blvd, Dist. 1, HCMC


The AmCham Vietnam HCMC Board of Governors and the Governors’ Ball Organizing Committee are delighted to announce our 28th Annual Governors’ Ball, to be held on Saturday, December 9, 2023, beginning at 6:00pm at the InterContinental Saigon.


This year’s gala will be cool, chic, stylish and sassy: we call it Blue Ice.


The Governors’ Ball will be an exclusive event, bringing together over 400 top members of the AmCham Vietnam HCMC business community, together with Vietnamese and international business representative friends. The Ball will be a unique opportunity for you to promote your company to an influential audience in a glamorous setting, while contributing to a worthy charitable cause.


We hope that you will join the event, purchase a table or tickets, and consider becoming a sponsor for this special evening. And don’t miss the live auction, silent auction, door prizes, table prizes, and raffle prizes!!

Proceeds from the 2023 Governors’ Ball will support AmCham’s flagship Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives, the AmCham Scholarship Program and the Women in Engineering Scholarship Programs.



We look forward to welcoming you to our Ball to celebrate both our AmCham community and the festive season!

Cash Sponsorship Package
In-kind Sponsorship Package
Ticket Registration

December 10 - 9:00am-12:30pm

AmCham Breakfast with Santa

At InterContinental Saigon, Corner of Hai Ba Trung St and Le Duan Blvd, Dist. 1, HCMC


The 10th annual AmCham Breakfast with Santa will be held this year on December 10, from 9:00am to 12:30pm at the InterContinental Saigon. The event is designed for families to celebrate Christmas together, and bring some Christmas joy into other’s lives.


Sponsorship and a portion of every adult ticket sold will help fund the cost for over 30 Covid-19 orphans from the Care to Rise Program.



We would love to invite you and/or your company to be a sponsor of this meaningful event.

Sponsorship Package
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December 14 - 6:00am-8:30pm

AmCham Annual General Meeting & Members Night

At New World Hotel Saigon, 76 Le Lai St., Dist. 1, HCMC


AmCham Vietnam is YOUR business organization. At our Annual General Meeting on December 14, AmCham leaders will update you on 2023 key developments and strategic results. The US Mission leader will highlight the partnership in 2023 between the U.S. Government and AmCham Vietnam. We will also announce the election results for the 2024-25 AmCham Vietnam Ho Chi Minh City Board of Governors.



More details coming soon.

Save the Date
Upcoming Committee Meetings

AmCham members are welcome to join, in-person or virtual. 

Legal & VBF Liaison Committee Meeting, Wednesday, October 11, 5:00PM

Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) Committee Meeting, Thursday, October 12, 4:00PM

Manufacturing Committee Meeting, Friday, October 13, 9:00AM

Digital Economy & Technology Committee Meeting, Tuesday, Oct 17, 9:00AM

Healthcare Committee Meeting, Wednesday, Oct 18, 4:15PM

Logistics & Supply Chain Committee Meeting, Wednesday, Oct 25, 2023, 9:00AM

HR Committee Meeting, Thursday, Oct 26, 9:00AM

Recent Activities and Events

Call for Recommendations of Candidates for 2024-2025 AmCham Vietnam Board of Governors in HCMC by Friday, October 12th.  


AmCham Vietnam is seeking a diverse and inclusive Board for 2023-2024 that represents our membership and provides strategic guidance, oversight, and resources to our AmCham team and volunteer Committee leaders to help us achieve our Mission to promote trade and investment between the United States and Vietnam and serve as the voice of American business in Vietnam. If you are interested or know someone who might be a good candidate, please see more information at LINK

U.S. Ambassador Marc Knapper meets AmCham Vietnam HCMC & Danang Members


AmCham Vietnam, HCMC & Da Nang had event with U.S. Ambassador Marc Knapper, who gave the brief us about the new partnership and what it would mean for AmCham members on Oct 3, 2023. Ambassador shared the views of U.S. Biden’s and Vietnam Prime Minister’s trip, especially about the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (CSP). Both U.S. and Vietnam are eager to explore new opportunities to make meaningful contributions to both countries’ socio-economic development, and meet its aspirations of becoming a high-tech, knowledge-based economy.


According to our Executive Director, Bradley Lalonde “The Comprehensive Strategic Parnership is the highest relationship that we’re proud to gain, and also another remarkable milestone since I worked on the initial process in the very beginning of this relationship (1994-2024). I really look forward to seeing how AmCham can help our members take advantage of this new relationship and new opportunity which I think will benefit in a significant way both Vietnam and the United States”.

[VBF] ESG Comprehensive Survey


ESG (Environment – Social – Governance) has become the global trend in recent years and a fundamental shift in how businesses and investors approach sustainability, responsibility, and governance. ESG is also considered a significant tool to support the implementation of the governments’ net-zero plans.

 

Given that context, VBF is pleased to conduct the ESG survey among VBF business community with the aim to identify businesses’ interests and needs to effectively implement ESG initiatives in Vietnam. We do hope that the data-driven insights obtained from the survey will help the Government of Vietnam to make informed decisions, regulate effectively, incentivize sustainable practices, and engage stakeholders in their efforts to achieve net-zero target by 2050 and towards sustainable development. It is expected that survey will be followed up with a ESG Report Launching by end of this year.


After fulfilling all the questionnaire, be kindly wait for 03 seconds at the “Thank you” page before turning off the link to ensure your data is successfully recorded;



The survey deadline: Wednesday, 25 Oct 2023

Take Survey

Survey on Investment Incentive Policies for Business Operating in Vietnam


The Ministry of Planning and Investment is currently reviewing and evaluating the overall investment incentive policies in order to promptly make necessary adjustments. This is part of an effort to shape and comprehensively reform the investment incentive system, ensuring its alignment with the trend of international integration and aiming to improve the efficiency of attracting foreign investment to Vietnam in the coming period.


Deadline: October 13, 2023

Take Survey

Supported News

Welcome New AmCham Members

We would like to extend our warmest welcome to our newest members. Thank you for your support!

Welcome New AmCham Discount Partners

We are thrilled to extend a warm welcome to our new partners who have joined the AmCham Discount Program. With their participation, our members can enjoy exclusive discounts and special privileges when using their AmCham Membership Card on our Membership Discount Program. AmCham welcomes requests from all interested companies that would like to be apart of the program, and want to offer valuable discounts or savings on their products or services to about 2,000 individual business representatives of over 550 corporate members. You can fill out this Form to join us or contact amcham.membership@amchamvietnam.com for further information.

Special Thanks to AmCham Premium Members
The American Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh City & Danang
New World Hotel Suite 323
76 Le Lai Street, District 1
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Phone: +84 28 3824 3562
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