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                        UID:056e54be869f7c295a8a5ea4b9df1569https://gba-vietnam.org
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                        SUMMARY:GBA Workshop: Navigating Banking Complexities in Vietnam and Unlocking ASEAN Growth
                        DESCRIPTION:<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">As German companies continue to expand operations in Vietnam and across ASEAN, navigating the region's banking landscape remains both a critical challenge and a strategic opportunity.</span>

<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">In the upcoming <a href="https://gba-vietnam.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">GBA ​</a>workshop on<strong> August 20</strong>, titled <strong>"Navigating Banking Complexities in Vietnam and Unlocking ASEAN Growth"</strong>, co-hosted by <a href="https://www.uob.com.vn/general/index.page" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">United Overseas Bank Limited (UOB)​</a>, we will take a closer look at how foreign businesses can practically manage day-to-day banking complexities in Vietnam.</span>

<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">The session will also highlight how UOB's FDI Advisory platform supports German companies in tapping into ASEAN's growth potential through enhanced regional connectivity.</span>

<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Event Details:</strong></span>

<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">▪ <strong>Date:</strong> Wednesday, August 20, 2025</span>

<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">▪ <strong>Time:</strong> 4 PM – 6 PM</span>

<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">▪ <strong>Venue: </strong>Saigon Dalat Room, 2nd Floor, <a href="https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/sgnsi-sheraton-saigon-grand-opera-hotel/events/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Sheraton Saigon Grand Opera Hotel​</a>, 88 Dong Khoi, Sai Gon Ward, HCMC</span>

<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">▪ <strong>Attendance Fee: </strong>GBA members: Free | Non-members: 500,000 VND</span>

<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Speakers:</strong></span>

<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">▪ Mr. <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/dyi-chang-lim-dc-lim-68947a146?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3Byj5Uu8ohSeaLZ33waBgnEg%3D%3D" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Lim Dyi Chang​</a>, Head of Commercial Banking of <a href="https://www.uob.com.vn/general/index.page" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">UOB Vietnam​</a></span>

<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">▪ Ms. <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-brandner-58776717a/overlay/about-this-profile/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Melissa Brandner​</a>, Vice President FDI, EU-Asia Group of <a href="https://www.uob.com.sg/personal/index.page" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">UOB Singapore​</a></span>

<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">▪ Mr. <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-wekezer-737aba61/overlay/about-this-profile/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Michael Wekezer​</a>, Country Manager of <a href="https://www.roedl.com/about-us/locations/vietnam/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Rödl &amp; Partner Vietnam​</a></span>

<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Target Audience:</strong></span>

<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">▪ EU/German SMEs and MNCs operating or planning to expand into ASEAN.</span>

<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">▪ Finance, treasury, and strategy professionals.</span>

<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">▪ Trade agencies, investment advisors.</span>

<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Key Takeaways:</strong></span>

<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">▪ Understand Vietnam's banking landscape: currency restrictions, FX management, and fund repatriation.</span>

<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">▪ Learn how German firms can overcome operational bottlenecks through local partnerships and regulatory navigation.</span>

<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">▪ Discover how UOB's FDI Advisory connects companies to government agencies, supply chains, and professional services across ASEAN.</span>

<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">▪ Explore success stories from German FDIs expanding in Thailand and Malaysia, supported by UOB's regional banking and credit facilities</span>

<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">For any inquiries, please contact us at <a href="mailto:maianh@gba-vietnam.org" rel="noopener noreferrer">email</a> or tel.: (+84) 903 720 788 (Ms. Mai Anh)</span>

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