AmCham Weekly Newsletter
May 9th, 2023
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At Premier Village Resort Danang, 99 Vo Nguyen Giap Street, Ngu Hanh Son, Danang
We will be holding our next ‘Connect & Cocktails’ event this Friday the 12th of May from 6pm at the pool of Premier Village. Hope to see you all there for an evening of networking and enjoyment!
The event is free for members and 200,000 vnd for non–members. All are welcome to join!
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At District Federal, 84 Xuan Thuy Street, Thao Dien, Thu Duc City, HCMC
Come join us at AmCham's Cinco de Mayo party this Friday night, May 12th at 6:30PM at District Federal, an authentic Mexican restaurant in Thao Dien. This will be a party to remember, with AmCham members and friends, lots of great Mexican food, cool drinks, a live band playing Latin music, and lots of fun!
Tickets are only VND 1,000,000/person and include a Mexican-themed buffet dinner and free-flow of Margaritas, Beer, Wine, and Soft Drinks for 3 hours.
Enjoy the live music and lucky draws with cool prizes from District Federal.
We look forward to seeing you there this Friday night. Hasta luego!
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At New World Saigon Hotel, 76 Le Lai, District 1, HCMC
Are you wondering whether America is an attractive market for your Small or Medium-sized Enterprise (SME)? If you’re thinking about investing in the U.S., what are the types of support you can expect to receive? What are the possible investing directions you should consider, such as franchising? Join our Investment in the U.S. for Small & Medium Companies event and hear a panel of experts discuss a wide range of topics, ranging from business insights to visa requirements.
Our panelists include representatives from the U.S. Consulate in HCMC and experts from CMB Regional Centers and Davies & Associates, LLC, an immigration-focused global law firm that helps Vietnamese citizens set up businesses around the world and procure the necessary visas to be able to operate those businesses with their families. The panel will be moderated by AmCham.
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At The Reverie Saigon, 22-36 Nguyen Hue Boulevard & 57-69F Dong Khoi Street, District 1, HCMC
Join us for an engaging event where we will discuss the implications of AI in education, from policy to practice, from inclusion to innovation. You will hear from experts and practitioners who are using AI to address some of the biggest challenges in education today and accelerate progress towards Sustainable Development Goal 4 (SDG 4).
You will also have a chance to network with other educators, researchers, and policymakers who share your passion for AI and education.
Don’t miss this opportunity to explore how we can harness the potential of AI for education while ensuring that its application is guided by the core principles of human rights and ethical values.
Register now and be part of the conversation!
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At OnTop Bar, Novotel Saigon Centre, 167 Hai Ba Trung St., Dist. 3, HCMC
Don’t miss May's Connect & Cocktails. AmCham’s monthly informal networking event provides an opportunity to meet AmCham members and other professionals in an informal after-work setting over a glass of wine, beer, or cocktail.
Please plan to join for a great night of networking and our famous Lucky Draw!
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At AmCham Office, Room 323, New World Hotel Saigon and via Zoom
At this event for new and existing members, participants will learn more about AmCham Vietnam benefits, mission, and different programs from our Executive Director, Jim Ollen. Join us to make the most of your membership, and learn how to engage with our mission.
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July 1 - 11:30am-5:00pm
AmCham Independence Day Celebration & Community Picnic
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At Riverside Apartments, 53 Vo Truong Toan St., Thao Dien Ward, Thu Duc City, HCMC
Commemorate America’s independence at AmCham’s 28th Annual Independence Day Celebration and Community Picnic. Enjoy live music, savor classic American dishes and beverages, as well as local and international cuisine at this family-friendly outdoor event. Our Kids Corner will have many entertaining activities for children including face painting and a bouncy castle.
Multiple sponsorship opportunities for this event are still available. Please contact our Events Team or click below for more information.
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Upcoming Committee Meetings |
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AmCham members are welcome to join, in-person or virtually:
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Pennsylvania American International School (PennSchool) joins AmCham as a Premium member
PennSchool offers the American International Program (AIP) and Vietnamese American Bilingual Program, licensed by the Greenville Area District School Board (Pennsylvania, U.S.A). Students who meet the graduation requirements of the program will be awarded a diploma from Greenville High School, which is authorized by the Greenville Area District School Board. PennSchool is committed to delivering quality learning, underpinned by USA values together with a deep appreciation of the Vietnamese culture.
AmCham Vietnam thanks PennSchool for your kind support!
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See you at the HCMC Export Forum and Fair 2023 May 25-28
The HCM City Export Forum and Fair will be held from May 25 to 28 at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC), with 250 booths representing Vietnamese and foreign businesses operating in Vietnam.
The series of events and activities will include an Export Forum on Thursday, May 25 with the theme "Strengthen connection towards green exports." The Forum will be held from 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. at the SECC Conference Hall, with approximately 600 delegates (300 in person and 300 online) expected to attend. A Conference will be held on Friday, May 26 from 8:30 - 11:30 am with the theme "Connecting export markets: Vietnamese agricultural products conquer world markets".
The event is organized by the HCMC Department of Industry and Trade under the direction of the Ministry of Industry and Trade and the Ho Chi Minh City People's Committee, in collaboration with the Vietnam Trade Promotion Agency (Vietrade) and other agencies, departments and partners.
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21st AmCham Scholarship Officially Opens
The annual AmCham Scholarship is back. In its 21st year, it will include 60 scholarships for top students enrolled in Ho Chi Minh City universities. Candidates will have to pass 3 rounds: Application, Ability Test and Interview. The best candidates will receive the following benefits:
- Cash value VND 15,000,000
- Prestigious recognition from AmCham's 550 member companies
- Credit for jobs & internships from AmCham and AmCham member companies
- Eligible to join AmCham Scholar Alumni Group (ASA) and multiple networking activities
For more information, please visit
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Renew your AmCham membership! Stay engaged, and maintain your benefits, including opportunities for professional networking, business intelligence, advocacy to improve the business environment, and promoting your business. We have been sending out 2023 Membership Renewal notices via email . We encourage members to renew promptly, and consider upgrading to a Premium Membership! For more information, or if you haven’t yet received your renewal notice, please contact Membership Manager Sam Hoang.
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AmCham Premium membership offers the opportunity for qualified companies to highlight their status as business leaders and their strategic support for AmCham Vietnam’s mission and programs. Premium Membership offers a range of benefits, including exclusive VIP access. Customized packages are available. To learn more, see LINK or contact Office Manager Cindy Tran.
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Thanks to Our Premium Members |
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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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