Vietnam: Northern Vietnam (Manufacturing Sector)

Transcription

1 Vietnam: Northern Vietnam (Manufacturing Sector) Dates: Location: Hanoi, Bac Ninh, Hai Phong, Vinh Phuc The Overseas Market Workshop is jointly organised by International Enterprise (IE) Singapore and Singapore Business Federation (SBF). Overseas Market Workshop - Vietnam An in-market executive programme specially designed to equip Singapore-based companies with a practical understanding of how to operate and do business in Vietnam, specifically in the Manufacturing Industry. The programme aims to showcase latest business trends, explore investment policies and opportunities, and build networks with potential business intermediaries and partners. Why should I participate? Develop holistic perspective on market-entry into Vietnam encompassing economic, policy, legal and resource issues. Discover investment and business opportunities in broad spectrum of opportunities in the Vietnam s successful economic and industrial hubs. Learn from foreign & Singapore businesses that have successfully set-up and operated in Vietnam. Build strong connections with top Vietnamese and Singaporean businessmen in Vietnam s industrial hubs. What will it cover? Interactions with business leaders and legal / tax experts as well as both Vietnamese and Singaporean business communities on the latest overview of Vietnam s economy and geopolitical climate: Economic and industrial climate Relevant government supporting policies and incentives Opportunities in the Manufacturing sub sector Investment Policies and Opportunities Legal and Tax Framework for operating in Vietnam Networking sessions with successful business leaders and relevant agencies based in Northern Vietnam, as well as Singapore and Vietnam business communities Practical insights by industry experts Who should participate? Business owners, Decision Makers, Senior executives from Singapore-based companies in the Manufacturing sector. Course fee Fully Funded Trip ($0)* *For those who: Qualify for SkillsFuture Study Award Or 1. S$3,800 + GST per pax (Early bird discount for people who sign up by 16 June 2017, on a first-come first-serve basis) 2. S$4,000 + GST per pax (Regular fee) *Singaporeans may be eligible for SkillsFuture Study Award of S$5,000 to defray out-of-pocket expenses associated with this course. Eligibility Criteria: 1. Singapore citizen 2. Minimum 3 years of working experience *Kindly sign up for SkillsFuture Study Award at: *Course fee is inclusive of: Lectures, seminars, business meetings and site visits, accommodation (5* hotel), partial meals and local transport services. *Course fee is NOT inclusive of: Airfares and personal expenditure. These expenses shall be borne by participants. Payment Full payment of the programme fee must be received by SBF at least 2 weeks before the start of the programme. Participants applying for SkillsFuture Study Award will also need to make full payment. Upon approval, they will receive $5,000 from the Government. Registration is now open! Closing Date : Monday, 3 For Registration & enquiries Ms. Alaxys Liu alaxys.liu@sbf.org.sg Or Ms. Igxus Lim gdb1@sbf.org.sg *Please note that trip registration can only be processed and confirmed by contacting Alaxys or Igxus. A Programme by Organised by Supported by Training Partner

2 Vietnam Overseas Market Workshop Programme Itinerary (accurate at time of print) The following is the tentative program and may be changed without prior notice: Sunday 16th Secretariat s Flight from Singapore to Hanoi, Vietnam Changi International Airport, Singapore Noi Bai International Airport, Hanoi, Vietnam Singapore Airlines SQ 5254 Departure: 1525hrs Arrival: 1755hrs Check in at Hotel Pan Pacific Hanoi No.1 Thanh Nien Road, Ba Dinh District, Hanoi Monday 17th Session 1: Investment Opportunity & Environment in Northern Vietnam Manufacturing Sectors Speaker: Representative of Investment Promotion Center - North Vietnam (IPCN) Background: Investment Promotion Center - North Viet Nam is an administration unit under Foreign Investment Agency, Ministry of Planning and Investment, which performs the functions of promoting and supporting investment activities in 29 northern provinces from Ha Giang to Quang Binh. Overview on North Vietnam/Hanoi as a FDI destination for manufacturing companies. Information on Laws and Regulations to ensure successful set-up for foreign companies. Special investment schemes and incentives to facilitate project implementation. Labour & productivity-related issues for successful set up. Facilitating market access for foreign manufacturing companies. Success studies of foreign/singapore companies setting up and operating in North Vietnam, such as: o Samsung Electronics Rushes to Vietnam for More Production Sites. o Intel s Vietnam Success Begins with Building Paper Towers. o Mercedes-Benz Continues to Expand Investment. Session 2: Getting Ready for Next Level of Competitiveness for Vietnam s Manufacturing Industry Speaker: Representative of Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) Background: Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) is a national organization which assembles and represents business community, employers and business associations of all economic sectors in Vietnam. The purpose of VCCI is to protect and assist business enterprises, to contribute to the socio-economic development of the country and to promote economic, commercial and technological cooperations between Vietnam and the rest of the world on the basis of equality and mutual benefit. VCCI is an independent, non-governmental, non-profit organization having the status of a legal entity and operating with financial autonomy. Overview on Business Community in Vietnam and Role of VCCI. Finding the right partner examples of fostering partnership between domestic and foreign enterprises. Key trends and insights in manufacturing sector. Welcome Lunch

3 Session 3: Legal and Tax Framework for Setting up & Operating in Vietnam Speaker: Representative of Duane Morris Vietnam LLC Background: Duane Morris establishment in Vietnam s capital Hanoi represent a range of clients in a variety of matters, including those involving corporate, securities, mergers and acquisitions; complex financial transactions; energy, environment and resources; and information technology and telecommunications. It has vast experience helping foreign companies set up in Vietnam via various market entry models. An introduction to investing in Vietnam: what are the market access rules and what forms of investment are available to investors? Overview of investment licensing process and involved authorities Information on Laws and Regulations to ensure successful set-up for foreign companies Key legal issues for foreign investors: tax, labour, management of entities, and access to land Tea Break Session 4: Singapore Business Community in Hanoi Speaker: Representative of Singapore Business Association Vietnam (SBAV) Hanoi/ IE Singapore Hanoi Background: Singapore Business Association Vietnam (SBAV) is a Not-for-Profit business association aimed at connecting Singaporean businesses in Hanoi and Vietnam. We aim to actively foster business relations with other business communities whilst promoting social, cultural, recreational, educational and charitable activities. Support network for Singapore businesses in Hanoi Adapting to business environment, culture and challenges in Hanoi and Vietnam Key Singapore businesses operating in Vietnam Welcome Dinner with HSB Dean and Vice Dean (s), SBAV and/or IE Singapore Speakers Tuesday 18th Setting-off from Hanoi to VSIP Bac Ninh Session 5: Learning about the missions and vision of Vietnam-Singapore Industrial Park Venue: VSIP Bac Ninh Overview of VSIP s missions and vision in Vietnam generally and Bac Ninh particularly Corporate and Investment Supporting from VSIP to FDI Learning successful case studies in VSIP Lunch Session 6: Learning from Canon s Success Story in Vietnam Venue: Canon Vietnam Ltd., Bac Ninh Investment decision in Bac Ninh Experiences setting up in Bac Ninh Advantages and challenges as a foreign company in Vietnam

4 Localisation strategies and capturing market share in Vietnam Back to Hanoi Wednesday 19th Setting-off from Hanoi to Hai Phong Session 7: Manufacturing Opportunities in Hai Phong Venue: Harbor View Hotel Background: Hai Phong, the Red Flamboyant City, is the main industrial hub and biggest port in North Vietnam (accounting for 98 percent of North Vietnam s throughput in 2014). One of the five centrallycontrolled cities at the province level, Hai Phong s municipality is the third largest city in the country, after Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi. Introduction to Haiphong and its investment climate by local authorities Potential of Hai Phong for manufacturing companies as the third largest city and major seaport for the northern region. Process and considerations for setting up in Hai Phong. Incentive schemes. Networking Lunch by Deep C Industrial Zones Boat Tour Hai Phong Overview of the infrastructure developments as a key driver for business opportunities Session 8: Introduction to Setting Up in an Industrial/Economic Zone Venue: Deep C Industrial Zones and Haiphong port Speaker: Deep C Group Background: DEEP C was first established in 1997 in Haiphong City with the development of Dinh Vu Industrial Zone (DVIZ/Deep C I). Since then, we have evolved to be one of the biggest industrial zone developers in Vietnam with a total of 5 industrial zones and +3000ha of land for lease. Why foreign companies should consider setting up in an industrial Zone What does an industrial park do for foreign companies Logistics considerations and options Session 9: Knauf s Experience Sharing on Doing Business in Hai Phong Investment decision in Hai Phong Experience setting up plant in Deep C Challenges as a foreign company in Vietnam Location strategies and capturing market share in Vietnam Back to Hanoi Thursday 20th Check Out/ Setting-off from Hanoi to Vinh Phuc

5 Session 10: Automobile, Electronics & Garment Manufacturing Prospects in Vinh Phuc Venue: Vinh Phuc Investment Promotion Agency (IPA) Speaker: Representatives from Vinh Phuc Investment Promotion Agency (IPA) Background: Prime Minister Nguyễn Xuân Phúc expects Vĩnh Phúc Province to become an economic hub in the northern region marked as a place of renewal and innovation. Vĩnh Phúc contributed VNĐ31 trillion (US$1.37 billion) to the State budget in 2015, 280 times higher than in 1997, an impressive achievement just 20 years after its re-establishment. Many big groups have invested in the province to produce key products and creating jobs for thousands of people while increasing export turnover. Overview of business operating landscape in Vinh Phuc What are its unique selling propositions. Key priority sectors for Vinh Phuc and investment incentives for foreign businesses. Administrative procedure settlement under one stop shop mechanism and Enterprise Government Dialogue Portal Process and considerations for setting up in Vinh Phuc. Case studies of successful foreign manufacturing-based businesses operating in Vinh Phuc, such as: o Toyota Việt Nam o Honda Việt Nam o Piaggio o Daewoo Bus o Partron Vina o Prime o Việt Đức steel Logistics considerations and options available. Welcome Lunch By Vinh Phuc Investment Promotion Agency (IPA) Session 11: Nippon Paint s Business Considerations for Setting Up Plant in Vinh Phuc Venue: Nippon Paint Vinh Phuc Speaker: Representative from Nippon Paint Background: Major Japanese paint manufacturer Nippon Paint started operating its third Vietnam-based plant in the northern province of Vinh Phuc since October The goal of the factory, known as NPVP, is to produce industrial paints for automobiles and motorcycles and architectural and decorative paints, aiming to provide aesthetic superiority and protective quality for enhanced performance and product life span. The plant, covering 60,000 square metres, has registered investment capital of $14 million over the next five years, with a production capacity of 15,000 tonnes a year. Strategic business advantages foreign investment in Vinh Phuc. Learn localization strategies needed in Vietnam s automobile and motorcycle manufacturing industry. Understand how markets are different and explore the marketing tactics that work in key markets. Manpower and HR considerations for a foreign business operating in Vinh Phuc. Departure Vinh Phuc Noi Bai International Airport, Hanoi, Vietnam Singapore Singapore Airlines SQ 5253 Departure: 1845hrs Arrival: 2300hrs End of Workshop