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.

In the upcoming GBA ​workshop on August 20, titled “Navigating Banking Complexities in Vietnam and Unlocking ASEAN Growth”, co-hosted by United Overseas Bank Limited (UOB)​, we will take a closer look at how foreign businesses can practically manage day-to-day banking complexities in Vietnam.

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.

Event Details:

▪ Date: Wednesday, August 20, 2025

▪ Time: 4 PM – 6 PM

▪ Venue: Saigon Dalat Room, 2nd Floor, Sheraton Saigon Grand Opera Hotel​, 88 Dong Khoi, Sai Gon Ward, HCMC

▪ Attendance Fee: GBA members: Free | Non-members: 500,000 VND

Speakers:

▪ Mr. Lim Dyi Chang​, Head of Commercial Banking of UOB Vietnam​

▪ Ms. Melissa Brandner​, Vice President FDI, EU-Asia Group of UOB Singapore​

▪ Mr. Michael Wekezer​, Country Manager of Rödl & Partner Vietnam​

Target Audience:

▪ EU/German SMEs and MNCs operating or planning to expand into ASEAN.

▪ Finance, treasury, and strategy professionals.

▪ Trade agencies, investment advisors.

Key Takeaways:

▪ Understand Vietnam’s banking landscape: currency restrictions, FX management, and fund repatriation.

▪ Learn how German firms can overcome operational bottlenecks through local partnerships and regulatory navigation.

▪ Discover how UOB’s FDI Advisory connects companies to government agencies, supply chains, and professional services across ASEAN.

▪ Explore success stories from German FDIs expanding in Thailand and Malaysia, supported by UOB’s regional banking and credit facilities

For any inquiries, please contact us at email or tel.: (+84) 903 720 788 (Ms. Mai Anh)