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VBF_AusCham Calls for Member Input Ahead of VBF Annual Forum 2025_Deadline: 03 Nov, 2025

AusCham is pleased to announce its preparation for the upcoming Vietnam Business Forum (VBF) Annual Forum 2025, which will take place on Monday morning, 10 November 2025, at the Lotte Hotel Hanoi.

About VBF and AusCham’s Role

Established in 1997, the Vietnam Business Forum (VBF) is a high-level public–private dialogue mechanism between the Vietnamese Government and the business community. It plays an important role in supporting policy reform, enhancing the business environment, and promoting sustainable investment.

AusCham is proud to be an Associate Member of VBF. At this year’s Forum, AusCham will represent six Associate Chambers, i.e. HKBAV, CTCVN, InCham, SingCham, ThaiCham and Swiss Business, consolidating their perspectives and presenting on their behalf.

VBF Annual Forum

The Annual VBF Forum is a key platform on Vietnam’s business and policy calendar, convening senior government officials, foreign and domestic investors, and business associations. The Forum facilitates:

  • Presentation of recommendations on policy reform, regulatory improvements, and the investment climate

  • Promotion of sustainable growth and foreign direct investment (FDI)

  • Strategic dialogue and networking among government and industry stakeholders

This year’s Forum will be held under the theme:

“FDI Businesses Partnering with Vietnam for a Green Transition in the Digital Era.”

In line with this theme, participating Chambers are requested to review and refine their remarks to ensure alignment with green growth, digital transformation, and FDI-driven cooperation priorities.

Call for Member Inputs

AusCham invites all Members to contribute to our consolidated submission for the VBF Annual Forum 2025. A draft AusCham Position Paper has been circulated for review here. 

Members wishing to provide comments or propose additional input are encouraged to contact:
Ms. Huong Tran – Head of Advocacy & Partnerships, AusCham at advocacy@auschamvn.org

To ensure timely consolidation and onward submission to the Ministry of Finance and the Office of the Government, feedback is requested by Monday, 3 November 2025.

AusCham appreciates the continued engagement and support of its members in shaping a strong and representative advocacy position ahead of this important Forum.