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AmCham Weekly Newsletter
September 7th, 2023
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September 8 - 2:00pm-4:00pm
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VBF, with support of BritCham, is pleased to organize the Economic Outlook Workshop aiming to share experts' perspectives on Vietnam's economic prospects in the second half of the year.
With the sharing from the WorldBank Lead Economist and experts from VBF leading businesses, including Mizuho Bank, Dragon Capital, and CBRE, we trust the event will provide useful insights which help to navigate your business in the second half of 2023.
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September 12 - 8:30am-11:00am
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At The Reverie Saigon, 22-36 Nguyen Hue Blvd, Dist. 1, HCMC
The economic recession and the new regulation of the global minimum corporate tax may cause many disturbances for businesses in 2024. It is not only the challenge for Vietnam in attracting FDI, but also for multinational companies in making decision of where to invest and how to operate. Therefore, understanding and forecasting the impact of the global minimum corporate tax will help businesses be more proactive in their strategy and operations.
In order to help businesses better understand this issue, AmCham in collaboration with RSM Vietnam cordially invites you to attend a seminar with the topic Navigating global minimum corporate tax for enterprises. Practical sharing from RSM Vietnam representative – Mr. Le Khanh Lam, Partner, Head of Tax & Consulting Services will bring a lot of useful information about the impact of the upcoming application of the global minimum tax in Vietnam.
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At New World Hotel Saigon, 76 Le Lai Street, Dist. 1, HCMC
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission will conduct FREE product safety training for buyers and sourcing professionals purchasing textiles/ apparel/ upholstered furniture in Vietnam. The training event will take place from 9:00am to 5:00pm on September 13, 2023 in Ho Chi Minh City.
Target groups for this training are resident-in-Vietnam buyers and sourcing professionals who purchase consumer products for major importers located in the United States. Many will be direct employees of U.S. companies. Other potential attendees will be from specialized firms that handle purchasing for large global retailers, as well as from small and medium sized trading companies active in the consumer product export business. English-Vietnamese interpretation will be provided.
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At Heineken Vung Tau Brewery Factory, Bà Rịa - Vũng Tàu
AmCham Vietnam ESG Committee is pleased to organize its first ESG field trip to Heineken Vung Tau Brewery Factory as part of our effort to showcase best practices in sustainability among our member companies. The site visit will include both a tour of the facility in Vung Tau and a presentation on Heineken’s ESG strategy and its roadmap to net zero . The attendees will have opportunities to ask questions about Heineken’s ESG strategies and plans such as energy, waste reduction, decarbonization, labor practices, and governance.
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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, James Ollen, 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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September 27 - 6:00pm-8:30pm
AmCham Connect & Cocktails
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At Venue TBC
Don’t miss our next AmCham informal networking event – Connect & Cocktails.
Our AmCham Connect & Cocktails 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 essential Lucky Draw!!
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Upcoming Committee Meetings | |
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AmCham members are welcome to join, in-person or virtual.
Manufacturing Committee Meeting, Friday, September 8, 9:00AM
Capital Markets and Financial Services Committee (CMFSC) Meeting, Monday, September 11, 4:00PM
Energy Committee Meeting, Tuesday, September 12, 3:00PM
Legal & VBF Liaison Committee Meeting, Wednesday, September 13, 5:00PM
Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) Committee Meeting, Thursday, September 14, 4:00PM
Digital Economy & Technology Committee Meeting, Monday, September 19, 9:00AM
Healthcare Committee Meeting, Wednesday, September 20, 4:15PM
HR Committee Meeting, Thursday, September 21, 9:00AM
Tax & Customs Committee Meeting, Thursday, September 21, 5:00PM
Logistics & Supply Chain Committee Meeting, Wednesday, September 27, 9:00AM
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Recent Activities and Events | |
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AmCham Hosts Discussion on Vietnam's Renewable Energy Future
Energy Committee Co-Chair Pham Ba Linh, Managing Partner of Lexcomm Vietnam LLC, kicked off an event last week that included two speakers followed by two panels of experts in a well-attended event at the Reverie Hotel that was sponsored by UL Solutions.
Speakers included Rafael Gallego, Engineering Manager for UL Solutions, who discussed critical technical aspects of wind projects; Darryl Dong, Principal Country Officer of the IFC, who addressed financial topics regarding renewable energy development; and Van Nguyen, Head of Engineering and Construction for UPC Renewables Vietnam, who discussed opportunities and challenges in project management.
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U.S. Dept. of State supports U.S.-based STEM training
Recently Mark Howard, Director, Office of Private Sector Exchange Program Administration of the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA), led a virtual briefing for AmCham members on a program to promote STEM training opportunities in the U.S.
The program, called "BridgeUSA", annually attracts around 300,000 individuals to the United States from 200 countries and territories to study in U.S. high schools, universities, and research institutions; build professional networks; enhance English language and intercultural skills; and teach in U.S. schools, colleges, and universities. More information about the program can be found here: https://j1visa.state.gov
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AmCham Calls for Nominations to the National Board
The American Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam ("AmCham") is seeking a diverse and inclusive National Board of Governors for the term from 2023 to 2025 that will provide, on behalf of our membership, strategic guidance, oversight, and resources to the Chamber and its Chapters. The National Board will guide AmCham’s professional staff and its volunteer committee leaders in our mission to promote trade and investment between Vietnam and the United States, and to serve as the voice of American business in Vietnam.
All AmCham voting members are invited to nominate fellow voting members in good standing who can help us to be the most influential, strategic, and dynamic business association in Vietnam. AmCham welcomes American, Vietnamese, and international companies that share our interest in enabling a fair, transparent, predictable, and efficient regulatory environment that values innovation. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), as well as environmental, social and governance (ESG) values.
If you are a voting member and are interested or know someone who might be a good candidate, please see more information at LINK. Due date for nominations is Friday, September 15.
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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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