[Recap] GBA Workshop: Navigating Banking Complexities in Vietnam and Unlocking ASEAN Growth

On 20 August 2025, the German Business Association (GBA), in collaboration with United Overseas Bank Limited (UOB), successfully hosted an insightful workshop at the Sheraton Saigon Grand Opera Hotel.

The event welcomed more than 40 participants, bringing together industry experts, foreign investors, and business leaders to discuss practical strategies for navigating Vietnam’s banking system and unlocking opportunities across ASEAN.

Key Takeaways

  • Keynote insights and sharing from Mr. Ho Sze Ming, Senior Vice President FDI Advisory & WB Risk Management & Control, UOB Vietnam, Ms. Melissa Brandner, Vice President & FDI Advisory – Europe Desk, UOB Singapore and Mr. Michael Wekezer, Country Manager, Rödl & Partner Vietnam
  • Featured case studies showing how UOB’s FDI Advisory has supported European companies, including German, French, and Dutch firms, in their expansion into ASEAN.
  • Practical strategies for German businesses to overcome operational hurdles through local partnerships and regulatory understanding.
  • Practical strategies for German businesses to overcome operational hurdles through local partnerships and regulatory understanding.

A big thank you to our speakers, co-host UOB, and all participants for joining us in this insightful session.
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Stay tuned for more GBA events helping businesses thrive in Vietnam and beyond!