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                        SUMMARY:German–Vietnamese Business Forum “Circular Economy in Manufacturing"
                        DESCRIPTION:<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">The <a href="https://gba-vietnam.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>German Business Association (GBA)</strong>​</a>, in collaboration with the <a href="https://itpc.hochiminhcity.gov.vn/home" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Investment and Trade Promotion Centre of Ho Chi Minh City (ITPC)</strong>​</a>, is pleased to organize the German – Vietnamese Business Forum: "Circular Economy in Manufacturing".</span>

<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">This forum aims to foster public-private dialogue on sustainable manufacturing and circular economy development in Ho Chi Minh City, while strengthening cooperation between German and Vietnamese enterprises. The event will bring together government representatives, industrial park authorities, business associations, and leading multinational corporations to exchange practical solutions, policy directions, and technological innovations for green industrial transformation.</span>

<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Event Details:</strong></span>
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 	<li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Date:</strong> Thursday, 11 June 2026 | <strong>Time:</strong> 2 PM – 5 PM</span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Venue: </strong>Rex Hotel, 141 Nguyen Hue, Ben Nghe Ward, HCMC <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/vAVgnQti8gwcZzxe8" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">(map)​</a></span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Exclusive free for GBA Member</strong></span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><em>Seats are limited and registrations will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.</em></span>

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

<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Participants will gain valuable insights into:</span>
<ul>
 	<li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Ho Chi Minh City's green growth and sustainable manufacturing strategy</span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Development of eco-industrial parks and circular economy implementation</span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Smart manufacturing and digital transformation solutions</span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Sustainable supply chain development and industrial cooperation</span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Technology transfer and supporting industry development</span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Practical approaches and case studies from German enterprises in Vietnam</span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">The forum will also provide valuable networking opportunities among industry leaders, investors, manufacturers, and sustainability stakeholders committed to advancing Vietnam's green transition.</span>

<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Speakers:</strong></span>
<ul>
 	<li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Ms. Andrea Sühl, Consul General of Germany in Ho Chi Minh City</span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Mr. <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-ziehe/?locale=en" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Alexander Ziehe</a>, Vice President Southeast Asia, <a href="https://www.hettich.com/en-sg/homepage" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Hettich Group​</a> &amp; GBA Chairman</span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Mr. <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-kompalla/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Peter Kompalla</a>, Chief Representative of <a href="https://vietnam.ahk.de/en/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">AHK Vietnam​</a></span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Mr. <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/andr%C3%A9-de-jong/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">André de Jong</a>, Managing Director, <a href="https://www.bosch.com.vn/en/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Bosch Vietnam​</a> &amp; GBA's Eurocham Delegate</span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Mr.<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/erick-contreras-3b2618a1/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Erick Contreras</a>, Managing Director, <a href="https://www.basf.com/vn/en" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">BASF​</a> &amp; Vice Chairman, <a href="https://eurochamvn.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">EuroCham Vietnam​</a></span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Mr. <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/nguyentrongluat/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Luat Nguyen</a>, Vice Chairman, <a href="https://hasi.org.vn/en/trang-chu-english/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Ho Chi Minh City Supporting Industries Association (HASI)​</a> &amp; Managing Director, <a href="https://www.cicor.com/en/locations/asia/vietnam/ho-chi-minh-city/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Cicor Vietnam​</a></span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Mr. <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/tuan-vi-52654813a/?skipRedirect=true" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Tuan Vi</a>, Vice President SCM &amp; Logistics Asia Pacific,<a href="https://www.schaeffler.com/en/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Schaeffler​</a> &amp; GBA Vice Chairman</span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Agenda Highlights:</strong></span>

<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">The forum will feature two focused discussion sessions followed by an interactive panel discussion:</span>
<ul>
 	<li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Session 1: Strategic Orientation for Investment Cooperation and Sustainable Manufacturing Supply Chain Development between German Enterprises and Ho Chi Minh City</strong></span></li>
</ul>
<p class="ql-indent-1"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">This session will provide strategic insights into Ho Chi Minh City's green industrial development direction, eco-industrial park initiatives, and opportunities for German–Vietnamese cooperation in advancing circular economy and sustainable manufacturing ecosystems.</span></p>

<ul>
 	<li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Session 2: Practical Solutions and Models for Advancing Sustainable Manufacturing</strong></span></li>
</ul>
<p class="ql-indent-1"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Industry leaders and technology experts will share real-world case studies, innovative solutions, and practical approaches in circular manufacturing, digital transformation, smart automation, and sustainable supply chain management.</span></p>
<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">We look forward to welcoming you to an engaging afternoon of dialogue, collaboration, and business networking on the future of sustainable manufacturing in Vietnam.</span>

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