AmCham Weekly Newsletter

October 3rd, 2023

Upcoming Events

October 13 - 8:30am-12:30pm

[CO-HOST] Business Briefing – Sustainable Supply Chain

At New World Hotel Saigon, 76 Le Lai Street, Dist. 1, HCMC


“Sustainable Supply Chain Objectives” is an event where top companies in the transportation and logistics industry can share their best practices in achieving sustainability of the supply chain. The event is co-hosted by 3 Chambers: EuroCham and its Transportation Logistics Sector Committee (TLSC); AmCham and its Logistics and Supply Chain Committee; and the Vietnam Logistics Business Association (VLA). The event aims to:

  • Foster sustainable business environment and practices for the transportation and logistics industry
  • Initiate dialogue and idea sharing among international and Vietnamese enterprises to work together for a sustainable future

For more information, please contact Ms. Nhung at nhung@eurochamvn.org.

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October 23 - 6:00pm-8:30am

Members Night and Meet the U.S. Consulate General Team

At Lotte Legend Saigon, 2A-4A Ton Duc Thang St, Dist. 1


AmCham invites you to the AmCham Members Night event including the U.S. Consulate General staff on Monday, October 23, 2023. Please plan to join the networking cocktail reception at 6:00pm. This will be our special opportunity to introduce you our recently joined members. After introducing of Consulate General team and new members, a cocktail reception will offer networking opportunities for one-on-one conversations with the Consulate General Team, AmCham Governors, and fellow members.

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October 24 - 4:30am-5:30pm

AmCham 101 – New Member Orientation

At AmCham Office, Room 323, New World Hotel Saigon, 76 Le Lai Street, Dist. 1, HCMC


At this new member event, you will learn more from our Executive Director, Bradley LaLonde, about AmCham Vietnam benefits, our mission, and programs to help new members – or existing members who want to learn more – how to get involved and make the most of their AmCham membership.

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November 2 - 9:00am-11:30am

Tax Evasion in Vietnam: Risks, Ramifications, and Remedies

At Le & Tran Building, No.9 Area, 284 Nguyen Trong Tuyen St., Phu Nhuan District


Join us for an exciting discussion on “Tax Evasion in Vietnam: Risks, Ramifications, and Remedies” to gain valuable insights into the intricate landscape of tax compliance and legal accountability. Our lead lawyer, Stephen Le, will demystify the concept of tax evasion in Vietnam, providing clarity between “administrative” and “criminal” tax evasion. The seminar will also help you to explore who bears responsibility in criminal law when tax evasion occurs. Practical strategies for businesses to minimize risks will also be discussed, ensuring that you can navigate the complexities of tax evasion and protect your business interests. Don’t miss the opportunity to engage with Stephen in an informative Q&A session—this event is a must-attend to safeguard your interests in Vietnam’s tax environment!

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November 8 - 8:30am-4:30pm

Vietnam: Apparel & Footwear Compliance Conference 2023

At Caravelle Saigon, 19-23 Lam Son Square, Dist. 1


Apparel and footwear factory executives, directors, managers and their leadership teams come together in Vietnam to engage with the American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) for presentations discussing compliance. The opportunity for factories and their U.S. partners to convene promotes relationship building, a deeper understanding of U.S. requirements, and brand expectations for factories. Compliance is a critical component for U.S. brands and a top priority of AAFA, this seminar will breakdown different areas of compliance and talk about the challenges and how to smartly advance operations for compliance.


Factory owners and managers, textile and component companies, and chemical and processing firms that partner within the supply chains of major brands and retailers. The conference will be presented in English with full Vietnamese translation.

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November 14 - 6:30pm-8:30pm

Meet the Candidate Night

At Hôtel des Arts Saigon - MGallery, 76-78 Nguyen Thi Minh Khai St., Dist. 3


Join us for an exclusive Members-only event to meet the candidates for the 2024-2025 AmCham Vietnam HCMC Board of Governors! Meet our impressive slate of candidates, hear their visions, and network with AmCham member colleagues and friends. No entry-fee to join.

Save The Date

November 21 - 6:00pm-9:00pm

AmCham "Giving Thanks" Dinner 2023

At The Reverie Saigon, 22-36 Nguyen Hue Blvd, Dist. 1


Please join us to express thanks for all the blessings we enjoy here in Vietnam, and celebrate Thanksgiving traditions, together with family, friends, and colleagues. Thanksgiving is an annual holiday that Americans celebrate with family and friends on the fourth Thursday in November (this year November 23) to give thanks for the harvest and good fortune we have enjoyed throughout the year.



At our 2023 Giving Thanks Dinner, we will honor and recognize AmCham member companies which have demonstrated ESG & CSR Impacts. More details on our Award Program coming soon.

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November 23 - 6:30am-2:00pm

AmCham Thanksgiving Turkey Shoot Golf Tournament and Lunch

At Vietnam Golf & Country Club, Long Thanh My Ward, Thu Duc City 


You don’t want to miss out on this fun day of golf with friends and colleagues!!!


All entries include free flow of drinks and a traditional Turkey lunch buffet!!!!


The event is open to all AmCham Members and their guests! You can sign-up individually or with others members or friends and even make your own foursome. Non-Members are welcome to join as along as they are playing with at least one AmCham Member.


Don’t miss out on this Annual golfing event and sign up today!!!

Save The Date

December 9 - 6:00pm till late

AmCham Governors' Ball - BLUE ICE

At InterContinental Saigon, Corner of Hai Ba Trung St. and Le Duan Blvd, Dist. 1


The AmCham Vietnam HCMC Board of Governors and the Governors’ Ball Organizing Committee are delighted to announce our 28th Annual Governors’ Ball, to be held on Saturday, December 9, 2023, beginning at 6:00pm at the InterContinental Saigon.


This year’s gala will be cool, chic, stylish and sassy: we call it Blue Ice.


The Governors’ Ball will be an exclusive event, bringing together over 400 top members of the AmCham Vietnam HCMC business community, together with Vietnamese and international business representative friends. The Ball will be a unique opportunity for you to promote your company to an influential audience in a glamorous setting, while contributing to a worthy charitable cause.


We hope that you will join the event, purchase a table or tickets, and consider becoming a sponsor for this special evening. And don’t miss the live auction, silent auction, door prizes, table prizes, and raffle prizes!!

Proceeds from the 2023 Governors’ Ball will support AmCham’s flagship Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives, the AmCham Scholarship Program and the Women in Engineering Scholarship Programs.



We look forward to welcoming you to our Ball to celebrate both our AmCham community and the festive season!

Cash Sponsorship Package
In-kind Sponsorship Package
Ticket Registration

December 10 - 9:00am-12:30pm

AmCham Breakfast with Santa

At InterContinental Saigon, Corner of Hai Ba Trung St and Le Duan Blvd, Dist. 1


The 10th annual AmCham Breakfast with Santa will be held this year on December 10, from 9:00am to 12:30pm at the InterContinental Saigon. The event is designed for families to celebrate Christmas together, and bring some Christmas joy into other’s lives.


Sponsorship and a portion of every adult ticket sold will help fund the cost for over 30 Covid-19 orphans from the Care to Rise Program.



We would love to invite you and/or your company to be a sponsor of this meaningful event.

Sponsorship Package
Save The Date

December 14 - 6:00am-8:30pm

AmCham Annual General Meeting & Members Night

At New World Hotel Saigon, 76 Le Lai St., Dist. 1


AmCham Vietnam is YOUR business organization. At our Annual General Meeting on December 14, AmCham leaders will update you on 2023 key developments and strategic results. The US Mission leader will highlight the partnership in 2023 between the U.S. Government and AmCham Vietnam. We will also announce the election results for the 2024-25 AmCham Vietnam Ho Chi Minh City Board of Governors.



More details coming soon.

Save the Date
Upcoming Committee Meetings

AmCham members are welcome to join, in-person or virtual. 

Education & Training Committee Meeting, Wednesday, October 4, 9:00AM

Energy Committee Meeting, Tuesday, October 10, 3:00PM

Legal & VBF Liaison Committee Meeting, Wednesday, October 11, 5:00PM

Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) Committee Meeting, Thursday, October 12, 4:00PM

Manufacturing Committee Meeting, Friday, October 13, 9:00AM

Recent Activities and Events

U.S. Ambassador Marc Knapper meets AmCham Vietnam HCMC & Danang Members


Recently AmCham Vietnam HCMC & Danang members gathered to welcome U.S. Ambassador Marc Knapper to Ho Chi Minh City to discuss the elevation of U.S.-Vietnam relations to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and its implications for U.S. businesses.


Ambassador Knapper shared highlights of the recent visit to Vietnam of U.S. President Joe Biden and summarized some of the many business-related initiatives taking place between the U.S. and Vietnam. AmCham Chair Greg Testerman said that this unprecedented and momentous elevation of ties will open opportunities to our members, and he expressed appreciation for the work done by the U.S. Mission to make the visit by President Biden an extraordinary success.

AmCham meets with the State Department’s Special Representative for Global Partnerships


AmCham ESG Committee Co-Chair, Van Ly and key members held a breakfast meeting with Dorothy McAuliffe, who is the U.S. State Department’s Special Representative for Global Partnerships.


Special Representative McAuliffe was appointed by President Joe Biden to lead the Office of Global Partnerships in the Department of State. Her office directly supports the Biden Administration's commitment to U.S. global leadership by assembling public-private partnerships to advance key national security and foreign policy priorities.

Insights Shared on Tax & Customs Audits


AmCham members gathered recently to discuss best practices in managing tax & customs audits with experts Vo Hiep Van An and Bob Fletcher of Deloitte Vietnam.


Ms. Van An and Mr. Fletcher shared recent experience and outlined strategies to manage audits and ensure compliance.


Labor Restructuring and Work Permits Discussed


Recently AmCham held an informative Q&A session focused on labor restructuring and work permits. The discussion was led by Stephen Le Hoang Chuong, Chairman & Lead Lawyer, and Trang Le, Senior Lawyer, both of Le & Tran Trial Lawyers.


This Q&A session gave members the opportunity to access current knowledge, practical advice, and valuable insight to navigate the intricate landscape of Vietnamese labor restructuring and work permits. 

Survey on Investment Incentive Policies for Business Operating in Vietnam


The Ministry of Planning and Investment is currently reviewing and evaluating the overall investment incentive policies in order to promptly make necessary adjustments. This is part of an effort to shape and comprehensively reform the investment incentive system, ensuring its alignment with the trend of international integration and aiming to improve the efficiency of attracting foreign investment to Vietnam in the coming period.


Deadline: October 13, 2023

Complete Survey

Supported News

Welcome New AmCham Members

We would like to extend our warmest welcome to our newest members. Thank you for your support!

Welcome New AmCham Discount Partners

We are thrilled to extend a warm welcome to our new partners who have joined the AmCham Discount Program. With their participation, our members can enjoy exclusive discounts and special privileges when using their AmCham Membership Card on our Membership Discount Program. AmCham welcomes requests from all interested companies that would like to be apart of the program, and want to offer valuable discounts or savings on their products or services to about 2,000 individual business representatives of over 550 corporate members. You can fill out this Form to join us or contact amcham.membership@amchamvietnam.com for further information.

Special Thanks to AmCham Premium Members
The American Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh City & Danang
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Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
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