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                        SUMMARY:Dialogue with Da Nang Authorities
                        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 Da Nang City People's Committee, cordially invites you to an exclusive <strong>Dialogue with Da Nang Authorities</strong> on <strong>Friday, 21 August 2026</strong>.</span>

<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">As Da Nang continues to strengthen its position as one of Vietnam's leading investment destinations and advances its vision to become an international financial center, this dialogue offers a valuable opportunity for the German business community to engage directly with city leaders, exchange perspectives on key business priorities, and explore new opportunities for cooperation and investment.</span>

<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Participants will have the opportunity to share business experiences, raise concerns, provide recommendations, and strengthen collaboration with local authorities through an open and constructive dialogue.</span>

<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">⭐ <strong>To help us consolidate questions, concerns, or suggestions in advance of the dialogue, please fill them </strong><a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdsAmKlG0CQU5mAImUSW8ATSzld2KHYboxvbcOvjwZJNHcODw/viewform" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>here&gt;&gt;&gt;</strong></a></span>

<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>EVENT PROGRAM: DIALOGUE WITH DANANG AUTHORITIES</strong></span>

<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>‣ Date:</strong> Friday, 21 August 2026 | <strong>‣ Time</strong>: 2 PM – 4 PM</span>

<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>‣ Venue</strong>: Da Nang City People's Committee, Da Nang City Administrative Centre, 24 Tran Phu Street, Hai Chau Ward, Da Nang City (<a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/w34vdRREQMicuxbk6" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">map​</a>)</span>

<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>‣ Participants</strong>:</span>
<ul>
 	<li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Leaders of the Da Nang City People's Committee and relevant departments</span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Ms. Andrea Sühl,</strong> Consul General of Germany in Ho Chi Minh City</span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Mr. Alexander Ziehe</strong> - GBA Chairman and Vice President Southeast Asia of <a href="https://www.hettich.com/en-sg/homepage" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Hettich Group​​</a></span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Board Members of the German Business Association (GBA); and GBA member companies.</span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Key Focus:</strong></span>
<ul>
 	<li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Direct dialogue between Da Nang City authorities and German businesses currently operating and investing in Da Nang.</span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Discussion of recommendations to improve the investment climate, address business challenges, and explore policy measures to better support enterprises.</span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Exchange on future investment opportunities in Da Nang for German businesses.</span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Sharing perspectives on the development of Da Nang's International Financial Center, including investment support mechanisms, infrastructure, talent development, and strategies to attract international businesses.</span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Notes:</strong></span>
<ul>
 	<li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">The meeting is <strong>exclusive for GBA members.</strong></span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Registration Deadline: COB Monday, 10 August 2026.</strong></span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Registration will be on a first-come, first-served basis due to the limited capacity.</span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">We look forward to welcoming you to this exclusive dialogue and exploring new opportunities for cooperation between Danang City and the German business community.</span>

<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Should you have any questions, please contact Ms. Ha Pham at <a href="mailto:ha@gba-vietnam.org" rel="noopener noreferrer">email</a> or tel. +84 901 894 180.</span>
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