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AmCham Weekly Newsletter
January 17, 2024
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The AmCham team extends heartfelt gratitude to our valued AmCham members and friends for their unwavering support throughout 2023! Best wishes to everyone for a joyous New Year! | |
Message from the Chair 2024 | | |
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I am honored to assume the role of Chairman of AmCham's Board of Governors in Ho Chi Minh City for the year 2024. I am grateful for the trust and support of my fellow Governors and AmCham members. The upcoming year presents promising opportunities and, of course, certain challenges for the economies of both the U.S. and Vietnam. AmCham is committed to strengthening its collaboration with the U.S. business community in Vietnam, the U.S. Mission, and the Vietnamese government to further enhance the multi-faceted relationship between the two nationsthat includes trade, investments, education and culture. We eagerly look forward to contributing to the sustainable growth of commerce for the benefit of AmCham's members.
Congratulations to my esteemed colleagues elected to the Executive Committee of the Board of Governors for the year 2024: Winnie Wong and Michael Nguyen as Vice Chairs, Leo Garcia as Secretary, and Ace Wilson as Treasurer. With an abundance of talent and expertise, they will provide strategic guidance, support, and oversight to the AmCham Vietnam team and our volunteer Committee leaders. We are enthusiastic about a year of significant success for AmCham and its members!
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On behalf of Board of Governors and the Team of AmCham Vietnam in Ho Chi Minh City, my heartfelt best wishes to all of you for the year!
Ramachandran A.S.
Chair, AmCham Vietnam HCMC 2024
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AmCham Membership Renewal | |
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It’s that time of year to renew your AmCham membership for 2024!
Please be on the lookout for 2024 Membership Renewal notices. Please renew promptly, and if you don’t receive your renewal notice, please contact Membership Manager Sam Hoang at sam.hoang@amchamvietnam.com! AmCham recognizes the significance of the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between Vietnam and the U.S. In this context, our role in supporting members becomes even more crucial. Amidst the uncertainties of the times, we aim to provide you with valuable support, leveraging the expertise of our dedicated team. Throughout the year, our efforts have intensified, delivering enhanced value through Committees, Business Intelligence events, and Advocacy. Your continued support is vital to us, and we also extend a warm welcome to new members. As you embark
on or renew your membership, we encourage you to explore the benefits of becoming a Premium Member.
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AmCham Premium membership offers the opportunity for qualified companies to highlight your status as business leaders and your strategic support for AmCham Vietnam’s mission and programs. Premium Membership offers a range of benefits, and exclusive VIP access. Customized packages are available. To learn more, see LINK or contact Office Manager Cindy Tran.
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On December 12, the Select Committee adopted a broad set of policy recommendations intended to reduce the United States’ economic and technological ties with China across a broad swath of the economy. The report is organized around three pillars:
1. “Reset the Terms of Our Economic Relationship with the PRC”
2. “Stem the Flow of U.S. Capital and Technology Fueling the PRC’s Military Modernization and Human Rights Abuses”
3. “Invest in Technological Leadership and Build Collective Economic Resilience in Concert with Allies”
The full report is available here: https://selectcommitteeontheccp.house.gov/sites/evo-subsites/selectcommitteeontheccp.house.gov/files/evo-media-document/reset-prevent-build-scc-report.pdf
Several of the Committee’s recommendations, such as specific reforms to the CFIUS process, have already been introduced as legislation by lawmakers in the past year. Many of these proposals are likely to be introduced/reintroduced. This report and its specific recommendations can serve as a framework to understand the trajectory of US-China relations going forward.
The briefing will be led by James Cunningham, Congressional Affairs and Communications Director, who leads the Select Committee’s outreach to Congress, the press, and the public, and will be moderated by Steven Okun, Senior Advisor, McLarty Associates.
The session is closed door and open to any member of any AmCham in the region.
Registration at the link below. Zoom will follow on January 19th.
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At New World Hotel Saigon, 76 Le Lai St., Dist. 1
The Under Secretary of State for Economic Growth, Energy, and the Environment, Jose Fernandez will be in HCMC on January 24 and is very interested in engaging with the U.S. business community here. Under Secretary Fernandez leads the State Department Bureaus and Offices that stand at the center of the Biden-Harris Administration’s efforts on climate change, clean energy, health, supply chain security, and other economic priorities. This is an opportunity for AmCham members to learn about U.S. government economic priorities in Vietnam, and share their views with the Under Secretary on how the U.S. government can help American business succeed here.
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January 24, 6:00 - 8:30pm
AmCham Connect & Cocktails
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At Wink Hotel Saigon Centre, 75 Nguyen Binh Khiem St., Dist. 1
Don't miss out on AmCham's first-ever laid-back networking rendezvous – Connect & Cocktails in 2024.
AmCham Connect & Cocktails provides the perfect opportunity to mingle with fellow AmCham members and professionals in a casual post-work setting, savoring a glass of wine, beer, or a refreshing cocktail.
Circle the date on your calendar to join us for a delightful evening of networking, and be sure to keep an eye out for our thrilling Lucky Draw – an integral highlight of the event!
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At Le & Tran Building, No.9 Area, 284 Nguyen Trong Tuyen Street, Ward 10, Phu Nhuan District
Join us for the seminar conducted in Vietnamese, addressing the following issues:
- Comprehensive insights into the procedures and regulations for obtaining a work permit.
- Identification and clarification of common challenges encountered in the application process, along with an explanation of required documents.
- Strategies for effectively conveying information in documentation.
- Engaging in in-depth discussions through Q&A session.
Enhance your knowledge and skills—reserve your spot today!
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At RMIT Saigon South Campus, 702 Nguyen Van Linh Street, Tan Hung, D7, HCMC
The Vietnam Child Protection & Safeguarding Summit brings together a wide range of attendees to advance child wellbeing in Vietnam. The Summit has two aims:
- Promote best practices for child protection and wellbeing
- Increase collaboration among educational institutions, service providers, NGOs, industry, government agencies, and consulates in Vietnam
The Summit will offer sessions on a range of topics related to professional skill development, information on current trends, and panel discussions with experts.
Participants will also have an opportunity to network and generate ideas on how to collaborate more frequently on child protection matters.
The keynotes will be simultaneously translated from English to Vietnamese, and there are breakout sessions in both English and Vietnamese.
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Upcoming Committee Meetings | |
Welcome New AmCham Members | |
We would like to extend our warmest welcome to our newest members. Thank you for your support! | |
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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