VIETNAM
FUTURE
ECONOMY
SUMMIT
Morning Session
BUSINESS
FORUM
Cut the Noise, Catch the Signal - Shape the Future
08:00 AM - 12:00 PM
14.11.2025 | Thiskyhall Sala, HCMC
Cut the Noise, Catch the Signal - Shape the Future
VIETNAM
FUTURE
ECONOMY
SUMMIT
Morning Session
BUSINESS
FORUM
Cut the Noise, Catch the Signal - Shape the Future
08:00 AM - 12:00 PM
14.11.2025 | Thiskyhall Sala, HCMC
Cut the Noise, Catch the Signal - Shape the Future
Editorial Pillars
GEOPOLITICS,
GLOBALIZATION & TRADE
Asia faces a critical turning point as protectionism rises and the global order shifts. We explore how regional economies, especially Vietnam, are adapting through supply chain recalibration, trade diversification, and strategic realignment. Asia is positioning itself to either lead a new era of open regionalism or pivot toward strategic self-reliance amid renewed geopolitical tensions.
PRIVATE SECTOR
TRANSFORMATION
With double-digit growth ambitions and sweeping reforms, Vietnam is betting on the private sector to fuel its next economic leap. Taking center stage, the private sector embraces bold strategies and actions to future-proof Vietnam’s business landscape, ensuring sustainable growth and securing long-term global competitiveness.
NEW FOUNDATION OF
LEADERSHIP FOR A NEW ERA
Vietnam’s new generation of business leaders is transforming inherited values into bold leadership, driving innovation, and fostering sustainable, long-lasting growth.
Moments to Look Forward To
30+
Speakers
High-profile voices include policymakers, senior government officials, top business executives, leading economists, and influential think tank experts.
450+
Delegates
Participants include CEOs, investors, investment firms, entrepreneurs, and leaders of key enterprise associations.
350+
Leading Enterprises
The event brings together top corporations and businesses - influential leaders driving developments in finance, economics, technology, and more - representing both Vietnam and the international arena.
Moments to
Look Forward To
30+
Speakers
High-profile voices include policymakers, senior government officials, top business executives, leading economists, and influential think tank experts.
450+
Delegates
Participants include CEOs, investors, investment firms, entrepreneurs, and leaders of key enterprise associations.
350+
Leading Enterprise
High-profile voices include policymakers, senior government officials, top business executives, leading economists, and influential think tank experts.
Content
08:00
AM
-
08:30
AM
Networking & Registration
08:30
AM
-
08:35
AM
Opening Remarks
Duration:
5 minutes
Speaker:
Henry Nguyen
Chairperson
Phoenix Holdings
08:35
AM
-
08:40
AM
Trade’s next chapter
Rising protectionism is reshaping global trade and supply chains. Let’s examine its impact on Asia and how the region can adapt to remain resilient and competitive through diversification, policy shifts, and new partnerships.
Duration:
5 minutes
Speaker:
Chang Shu
Chief Asia Economist
Bloomberg Economics
08:40
AM
-
09:10
AM
Building Vietnam’s Resilience in Global Supply Chain Realignment
As one of the most vulnerable countries impacted by Trump 2.0, Vietnam stands at a critical crossroads: Transform or be left behind. This session explores what Vietnam needs to secure its high growth amid rising geopolitical uncertainty.
Duration:
30 minutes
Speakers:
Joseph Low
Chief Representative, Vietnam
Keppel Ltd.
Bruno Jaspaert
Chief Executive Officer
DEEP C Industrial Zones Vietnam
Michael Chan
Assistant Vice President & General Manager, North Region
BW Industrial Development
Moderator:
Chang Shu
Chief Asia Economist
Bloomberg Economics
09:10
AM
-
09:20
AM
*Non-Editorial
Unlocking Vietnam’s Next Growth Curve
Supply chain gets disrupted, and the global economy is stagnant. Meanwhile, Vietnam is on its engine of growth as putting the private sector as the key driver. The challenges remain for private sector face many challenges. To reach a high-income nation by 2045, Vietnam needs to find critical solutions to help the private sector transform.
Duration:
10 minutes
Speaker:
Il-Dong Kwon
Managing Director
BCG
09:20
AM
-
09:25
AM
Charting the New Growth Path for Vietnam’s Private Enterprise
With ambitious double-digit growth targets, Vietnam is advancing sweeping reforms and fostering a dynamic private sector. The Southeast Asian nation aims to position private enterprises as the driving force behind its economic growth and innovation.
Duration:
5 minutes
Speakers:
Don Lam
Chief Executive Officer and Founding Partner
VinaCapital
Moderator:
Soraya Permatasari
Executive Producer
Bloomberg Media Partnership
09:25
AM
-
09:40
AM
Fireside chat: Charting the New Growth Path for Vietnam’s Private Enterprise
With ambitious double-digit growth targets, Vietnam is advancing sweeping reforms and fostering a dynamic private sector. The Southeast Asian nation aims to position private enterprises as the driving force behind its economic growth and innovation.
Duration:
15 minutes
Speakers:
Don Lam
Chief Executive Officer and Founding Partner
VinaCapital
Moderator:
Soraya Permatasari
Executive Producer
Bloomberg Media Partnership
09:40
AM
-
10:00
AM
Propelling SMEs Forward
With ambitious double-digit growth targets, Vietnam is advancing sweeping reforms and fostering a dynamic private sector. The Southeast Asian nation aims to position private enterprises as the driving force behind its economic growth and innovation.
Duration:
20 minutes
Speakers:
Nguyen Minh Khoi
Advisory and Delivery Manager
Tony Blair Institute for Global Change
Le Nguyen Duy Oanh
Deputy Director
HCMC Center for Supporting Industries Development
Nguyen Tu Anh
Research Project Director
VinUniversity
Moderator:
Moderator
Bloomberg Businessweek Vietnam
10:00
AM
-
10:20
AM
Securing Growth in the AI Era
As A.I. turns out to be a core driver of business transformation, enterprises are faced with a dual challenge: accelerating innovation while safeguarding data, privacy, and trust. How can organizations harness AI’s full potential to drive smarter, faster growth? And, how can businesses maintain data security and privacy throughout their growth journey?
Duration:
30 minutes
Speaker:
Ha Trung Kien
Vice Chairman
G-Group Technology Corporation
Nguyen Le Thanh
Executive Chairperson
Verichains
Moderator:
Tran Minh Ngan
Moderator
Bloomberg Businessweek Vietnam
NETWORKING BREAK
10:40
AM
-
11:10
AM
New Leadership Mindset: From Legacy to Breakthrough
As Vietnam enters a new era of growth, a wave of next-generation leaders is emerging—bringing fresh thinking and innovative approaches. This session explores how these leaders are breaking through in both strategy and execution, while charting a path toward sustainable growth for the future.
Duration:
30 minutes
Speaker:
Dang Huynh Uc My
Chairlady
AgriS
Vice Chairperson of the Board of Directors
Do Quang Vinh
Vice Chairman of BOD cum Deputy CEO
SHB
Moderator:
Tran Minh Ngan
Moderator
Bloomberg Businessweek Vietnam
11:10
AM
-
11:30
AM
Fireside chat: Thrive Beyond Borders
As AI reshapes industries and geopolitical tensions redefine global alignments, uncertainty has become the new constant. Leaders across regions and markets are rethinking strategies, embracing innovation, and reinventing business models for the decade ahead. This session explores how technology, resilience, and foresight can help organizations navigate volatility and seize opportunities in a rapidly shifting world.
Duration:
20 minutes
Speaker:
Alex Hungate
President & Chief Operating Officer
Grab
Moderator:
Curtis S. Chin
Senior Advisor
Milken Institute
11:30
AM
-
11:50
AM
In conversation with Mai Thanh
Energy Transition: Powering the Sustainable Future
Duration:
20 minutes
Speakers:
Nguyen Thi Mai Thanh
Chairlady
REE
Truong Gia Binh ( Tentative )
Chairperson
FPT Group
Moderator:
Tran Minh Ngan
Moderator
Bloomberg Businessweek Vietnam
Afternoon Session
*The Vietnam Future Economy Summit is divided into two separate sessions with distinct content.
Please follow the agenda for each session to not miss any important information.
Our Speakers (Tentative)
Henry Nguyen
Chairperson
Phoenix Holdings
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Alex Hungate
President & Chief Operating Officer
Grab
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Nguyen Thi Mai Thanh
Chairlady
REE
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Chang Shu
Chief Asia Economist
Bloomberg Economics
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Bruno Jaspaert
Chief Executive Officer
DEEP C Industrial Zones Vietnam
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Managing Director
BCG
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Dang Huynh Uc My
Chairlady
AgriS
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Joseph Low
Chief Representative, Vietnam
Keppel Ltd.
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Nguyen Minh Khoi
Advisory and Delivery Manager
Tony Blair Institute for Global Change
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Michael Chan
Assistant Vice President & General Manager, North Region
BW Industrial Development
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Le Nguyen Duy Oanh
Deputy Director
HCMC Center for Supporting Industries Development
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Nguyen Tu Anh
Research Project Director
VinUniversity
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Executive Chairperson
Verichains
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Do Quang Vinh
Vice Chairman of the Board cum Deputy Chief Executive Officer, SHB
Chairman of the Board, SHS
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Vice Chairman
G-Group Technology Corporation
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Chief Executive Officer and
Founding Partner
VinaCapital
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Moderators
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