[Recap] GBA Workshop: Global Finance, Local Impact – Unlocking Commercial Opportunities with Banking and Finance Strategies

The German Business Association (GBA), in collaboration with Rödl Vietnam and BIDV, successfully hosted a practical breakfast briefing exploring Vietnam’s evolving banking and financial landscape.

We were pleased to welcome nearly 40 participants, including representatives from foreign-invested enterprises, international businesses, finance professionals, and business leaders.

The session brought together experts from Rödl Vietnam and BIDV to discuss key topics shaping financial decision-making for businesses in Vietnam, including:

🔹 Forex control and banking compliance for FDI financing models
🔹 The impact of forex volatility and interest rates on profitability and tax
🔹 DICA and Offshore Loan Account (OLA) management
🔹 Macroeconomic trends, foreign exchange and interest rate outlook
🔹 Cost of capital and corporate risk management

Beyond the presentations, the event provided an opportunity for participants to exchange practical insights, raise questions, and connect with professionals across the banking, finance, legal, and tax sectors.

A big thank you to our speakers, partners, and all participants for making the discussion insightful and engaging. We look forward to continuing to create platforms that help businesses better navigate Vietnam’s regulatory and financial environment.

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