Investing in Vietnam: Insights, Strategies and Prospects

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Investing in Vietnam: Insights, Strategies and Prospects Principal sponsors and organisers eppel Corporation Co-organisers Ministry of Planning and Investment

million under 35 years of age and a literacy rate of 93%, Vietnam is poised for an economic lift-off.

We invite you to find out more about how the country intends to make its mark in the global marketplace, the measures being taken to encourage foreign

Seize this excellent opportunity to gain first-hand knowledge on investing in Vietnam, with insights provided by Vietnam s political leaders and government

1 Investing in Vietnam: Insights, Strategies and Prospects Principal sponsors and organisers eppel Corporation Co-organisers Ministry of Planning and Investment of Vietnam INTERNATIONAL ENTERPRISE SINGAPORE Tuesday, 17 August to Wednesday, 18 August 2004 Hotel Melia Hanoi Hanoi, Vietnam With half its population of 80 million under 35 years of age and a literacy rate of 93%, Vietnam is poised for an economic lift-off. The investment environment has been enhanced by the Vietnam government s commitment to create a conducive business environment for foreign investors. We invite you to find out more about how the country intends to make its mark in the global marketplace, the measures being taken to encourage foreign investments, and the country s road map to WTO ascension by Seize this excellent opportunity to gain first-hand knowledge on investing in Vietnam, with insights provided by Vietnam s political leaders and government officials, as well as leading industry experts. Join us in networking with prospective foreign and local partners and investors. Supported by Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry Other Co-supporters American Chamber of Commerce Association of Small and Medium Enterprises Singapore Indian Chamber of Commerce & Industry

2 Provisional Programme Day One 17 August 2004 Tuesday Hanoi 8.30am 9.30am 9.45am 10.15am 10.45am 12.30pm 2pm 3.30pm 5pm 7pm Registration and Morning Coffee Opening Speech by The Republic of Singapore s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs and Trade and Industry, and Minister of State in charge of Entrepreneurship, Mr Raymond Lim Keynote Address by Guest-of-Honour, The Honourable Prime Minister of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, Mr Phan Van Khai, on Vietnam s economic prospects and commitment in partnering foreign investors in the country s next phase of development and growth Tea Break Ministerial Panel Presentation and Discussion The Investment Environment in Vietnam by Ministry of Planning & Investment, Minister Vo Hong Phuc, spelling out latest and planned measures of the country s move to welcome participation by foreign investors Financial Policies for Foreign Investment in Vietnam by Ministry of Finance, Minister Nguyen Sinh Hung Progress towards WTO in 2005 by Minister of Trade, Mr Truong Dinh Tuyen The Singapore Public Housing Programme by Singapore s Minister for National Development, Mr Mah Bow Tan Networking Lunch Global Perspectives of Vietnam s Rising Investment Potential by Country Manager of The World Bank, Mr Klaus Rohland Economic Outlook and Indicators for Vietnam by Mr Charly Madan, Citigroup Country Officer, Citigroup Vietnam Panel Discussion facilitated by Ms Susan Adams, Senior Resident Representative of the International Monetary Fund Tea Break Listing requirements and regulatory perspectives in Vietnam by Mr Tran Xuan Ha, Acting Chairman of State Securities Commission End of Day One Gala Dinner Guest of Honour: Vietnamese Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Tan Dung Piano Recital by Keppel Music Scholars from the Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music, Singapore

3 Day Two 18 August 2004 Wednesday Hanoi 9am 10.15am 10.45am 12.45pm 2pm Presentation and Discussion - Towards a Level Playing Field Chaired by Mr Deepak C Khanna, Country Manager for the International Finance Corporation Panelists: Mr Thanh Nguyen, Country Managing Partner of Ernst & Young (taxation issues and incentives) Mr Nigel Russell, Partner of Phillips Fox (legal perspectives and regulatory environment) Mr Pham Gia Tuc, Secretary-General of Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry Tea break The Vietnam Experience Chaired by Mr Lai Chun Loong, Consultant of Temasek Holdings: Why Vietnam? Presentations by Asia Pacific Breweries: Director, Mr Joseph Lim GANNON Vietnam: Managing Director, Mr Walter Blocker Vietnam International Container Terminal: Chairman of First Logistics, Mr Teo Yak Long Networking Lunch Break-out discussions and matchmaking sessions a) Manufacturing and Electronics b) Construction & Infrastructure c) Real Estate/Tourism/Hospitality d) Logistics End Day Three 19 August 2004 Thursday Ho Chi Minh City (optional) 1pm 1.45pm 2.15pm Depart hotel for Vietnam-Singapore Industrial Park (VSIP) Presentation by VSIP and Tour of the Park Tour of factories/manufacturing plants Fraser & Neave (Singapore) Rohto Pharmaceuticals (Japan) Huhtamaki Vietnam Limited (Finland) Liwayway Food (Philippines) End end of programme The organisers reserve the right to amend the programme if there are any unforeseen circumstances.

Conference Registration: Investing in Vietnam Fax to (65) 6413 6452 to Keppel Corporation Limited no later than 16 July 2004 Registration fee Location Payment for conference S$200 for conference

4 Conference Registration: Investing in Vietnam Fax to (65) to Keppel Corporation Limited no later than 16 July 2004 Registration fee Location Payment for conference S$200 for conference package; S$50 for optional tour in Ho Chi Minh City does not include air fare and accommodation registration will be confirmed upon clearance of payment Hotel Melia Hanoi, 44B Ly Thuong Kiet Street, Hanoi, Vietnam Call: (84-4) Fax: (84-4) Upon confirmation of your registration, please pay by Telegraphic Transfer Bank: Citibank NA Singapore In favour of: Keppel Corporation Limited A/C no: Please quote our reference VIC and full name of participant in your payment instructions Cheque All cheques should be crossed and made payable to Keppel Corporation Limited (cheques to be in SGD), and sent to: Keppel Corporation Limited, 1 HarbourFront Avenue, #18-01 Keppel Bay Tower, Singapore Attn: Ms Wendy Mae Poon Please quote our reference VIC and full name of participant on the back of the cheque. Cancellation policy Written cancellations must be submitted to Keppel Corporation Limited Before 30 June 2004 Full refund of registration fee On or before 17 July % of registration fee After 17 July 2004 No refund While fees cannot be refunded, attendees can be substituted with valid proof of authorisation. Name (as in passport) (Mr/Mrs/Ms) Designation Company Nature of business/industry Address Telephone no. Fax no. Please indicate your interest for: please indicate your choice with a in the respective box Cluster group discussions: Manufacturing and Electronics Construction & Infrastructure Real Estate/Tourism/Hospitality Logistics Optional tour to Ho Chi Minh City for: Industrial park site visits Signature of applicant Date

5 Airfare and Accommodation Fax to (65) PALM TRAVEL PTE LTD Attn: Mr Rodney Sim, Regional Manager Tel: (65) The Conference registration fee does not include airfare or accommodation. However, Keppel has negotiated preferred rates for all delegates at the selected hotels. The Organisers has also nominated PALM TRAVEL PTE LTD as the official ground handler. Please indicate your choice with a in the respective box. Name Class of travel: Economy/Business (delete where applicable) Contact Person Tel no. Is your spouse accompanying you: Yes/No (delete where applicable) If Yes, please state Name of Spouse (Please contact Palm Travel for more information on Spouse Programme) No, I do not require any arrangement for airfare or accommodation Yes, please book my ticket for (depart SIN) (return SIN) Yes, please book my room in HANOI for (Check-in date) (Check-out date) Single room at Melia Hanoi, Standard Room with S$155 per room night Single room at Melia Hanoi, Executive Room with S$198 per room night Single room at Sheraton Hanoi with S$193 per room night Single room at Sofitel Plaza Hanoi with S$175 per room night Yes, please book my room in HCMC for (Check-in date) (Check-out date) Single room at Sheraton Saigon with S$220 per room night Single room at Sofitel Plaza Saigon with S$183 per room night Note: The above rates are inclusive of 5% Service charge and 10% VAT. Visa application Hotel payment Entry Visa is not required for Singapore Passport Holders. For participants holding other passports, please contact Palm Travel for further assistance. Major credit cards or Singapore dollar cheque. Credit cards American Express MasterCard Visa Diners Club Name of card holder Credit card no. Expiry date Cancellation policy If cancellation is in writing to PALM TRAVEL, Before 30 June 2004 No charge Before 17 July % of hotel room rate After 1 August 2004 Full hotel room rate

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