Advocacy Updates

Hanoi, 30 June 2026 — Representatives from QBE Insurance and Intrepid Travel, among participating members of the Australian business community in Vietnam, recently attended the National Conference on the Dissemination and Implementation of Resolution 10-NQ/TW on the Development of the Foreign-Invested Economic Sector, a significant policy event focused on shaping Vietnam’s next phase of foreign...

Hanoi, 29 June 2026 — Representing AusCham Vietnam, Mr. Richard Nguyen, Board Member, attended the Conference on the Announcement of the Hanoi Capital Master Plan with a 100-Year Vision and 2026 Investment Promotion, a landmark event underscoring Hanoi’s ambitious long-term vision to become a globally competitive hub for innovation, investment, and liveability.

On June 8, 2026, the Politburo issued Resolution 10-NQ/TW (“Resolution 10”) on developing the foreign-invested economic sector, setting out a new framework for attracting, managing, and utilizing foreign investment. The resolution marks a significant evolution in Vietnam’s FDI strategy, moving beyond the traditional objective of capital attraction toward a model focused on technology transfer...

From July 1, Vietnam will impose heavy customs fines under a new government decree, on travelers who fail to declare or inaccurately declare cash, gold, precious metals or gemstones upon entry or exit.

HANOI, VIETNAM – June 10, 2026 — Representatives from the Australian Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam (AusCham) attended the prestigious ASEAN Future Forum (AFF) 2026, held in Hanoi from June 9 to 10. Representing the Chamber at this key regional event were Mr. David Whitehead, Member of the Board of Directors, and Ms. Huong Tran, Head of Advocacy & Partnerships.

HANOI – On May 27, 2026, Ms. Natalie Fairlie, Vice President of the Australian Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam (AusCham), addressed a high-level delegation of policymakers, legal experts, and business leaders during the third day of Vietnam ADR Week 2026 (VAW2026). Under the theme "Arbitration & ADR: Embracing New Heights," the summit focused on fortifying Vietnam’s investment landscape through...

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MOHA) is currently seeking public comments on the Draft Decree amending Decree 219/2025/NĐ-CP regulating foreigners working in Vietnam. Deadline for comments: 31 May 2026.

Hanoi, 14 May, 2026 - Hanoi City People's Committee has just approved the Master Plan of Hanoi Capital with a 100-year vision.

Hanoi, 12 May, 2026 - AusCham was pleased to participate in the Roundtable Discussion on “Deepening the Vietnam–Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership”, hosted by the Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam (DAV) under a research project funded by the Vietnam Australia Centre in cooperation with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Vietnam.

Ho Chi Minh City, 14 May, 2026 - The President of AusCham Vietnam, Mr. Samuel Conroy, recently attended the 35th anniversary celebration of SACA – Ho Chi Minh City Construction & Building Material Association, a milestone event that brought together industry leaders, businesses, and partners from across Vietnam’s construction and building materials sector.