The above forum contributes to promoting strongly relations and comprehensive cooperation between Vietnam and Switzerland in the coming time.

Recently, at the University of Zurich, the Vietnamese Embassy in Switzerland and the Swiss – Vietnam Economic Forum jointly organized the Vietnam – Swiss Economic Forum 2024, with the cooperation of Swiss Federal Ministry of Economy, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and a number of Vietnamese ministries, People’s Committees of some Vietnamese provinces and cities and investment funds such as Aquis Capital, Bellecapital, Bamboo Capital Group, KIBV organization, associations, Vietnamese and Swiss organizations and businesses.

About more than 200 delegates attended the Forum in person and online. Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Nguyen Minh Hang and representatives of the Ministries of Industry and Trade, Planning and Investment, Science and Technology, National Financial Supervisory Commission, Lang Son Provincial People’s Committee, City leadership delegation Can Tho, Cao Bang, Vinh Long and many Vietnamese and Swiss businesses and economic experts participated and spoke at the Forum.

Speaking at the opening ceremony at the Forum, Vietnamese Ambassador to Switzerland Phung The Long emphasized that the Vietnam – Switzerland Economic Forum 2024 is an opportunity for central and local ministries, associations and businesses to The two countries share information and exchange policies, seek opportunities for cooperation in trade, investment, finance, innovation, research and training to promote the potential and strengths of each country. contributing to promoting friendly relations and comprehensive cooperation between Vietnam and Switzerland in the coming time.

The forum focused on discussing 4 topics: Policies to support trade, investment and development cooperation; The role and potential of Vietnam – Switzerland cooperation in key areas; Opportunities and potential for cooperation between the two countries in the financial sector; Start-up investment.

In the first discussion session, delegates discussed policies to support and promote trade and investment relations between Vietnam and Switzerland. At the same time, delegates shared about the potential, strengths and needs for cooperation, investment attraction policies of Vietnamese provinces and cities, and potential benefits from signing the Free Trade Agreement. Vietnam and EFTA for businesses of the two countries, sharing experiences, market understanding, and business standards of the two countries.

In addition, at the second session, delegates discussed, exchanged and shared policies and cooperation needs in key areas of investment, innovation, and renewable energy for development. sustainability, consulting on legal regulations in business cooperation between businesses of the two countries.

At the third session, the opening speech of Mr. Nguyen Ho Nam, Chairman of the Strategic Council, Vice Chairman of the Swiss-Vietnam Economic Forum, emphasized the role of the Swiss economic forum organization. – Vietnam in the role of connecting businesses and investors of the two countries and Bamboo Capital’s role in a pioneering position, connecting and supporting the Economic Forum organization to carry out its mission and role.

Under the chairmanship of Mr. Son Nguyen, CEO of AQUIS Capital investment fund, delegates focused on discussing investment potential and opportunities in the fields of finance, financial technology, environment and trends. The economy affects financial cooperation and a number of Government policies to improve the legal framework and financial investment environment in Vietnam.

In addition, businesses and startups have introduced many innovative products, services and business models, contributions to the economy, growth potential as well as the ability to expand the market. The content of the exchange aims to promote the entrepreneurial spirit, opportunities for connection, innovation and economic diversification, attract investors and potential partners, and discuss challenges and successes in startup ecosystem.

It can be seen that, in the context of unpredictable developments in the world, with forecasts to continue to witness slow growth, the Vietnamese economy has faced challenges and difficulties. However, Vietnam has maintained macroeconomic stability, controlled inflation, and ensured major balances of the economy with appropriate policies and strong and drastic actions.

In the spirit of “harmonious benefits, shared risks” and the commitment of “3 together” and “3 guarantees” of the Vietnamese Government, policy makers, experts, local leaders and businesses. Vietnamese businesses actively contributed to exchange sessions, discussed, shared knowledge and proposed measures to effectively promote trade and investment cooperation with Swiss partners. , practical.

Economic, trade and investment relations between Vietnam and Switzerland have been developing positively in recent times. Some areas in Vietnam that Swiss investment funds assess as having great potential are exports, tourism and information technology services.

Vietnam considers Switzerland one of its important partners in Europe and Switzerland also considers Vietnam to be the most dynamic economy in Southeast Asia, a strategic partner for cooperation in the regional economy. area. Thanks to its strategic location, stable society, cheap but highly skilled labor force, and strong global integration, Vietnam has been and continues to be an attractive destination for foreign investors. , including Swiss investors.