Business Delegations – Swiss & Vietnamese · Thematic Sessions – 8 Sessions · High-Level Policy Dialogue – Opening Day · Parallel Breakout Sessions – 6 Sessions across 2 rounds · MoU Signings – Closing Plenary · B2B Matching Sessions – Session F · Gala Dinner – Evening 19 October · Field Visits – Day 3 — 20 October
FORUM OVERVIEW
Taking place from 18–20 October 2026, this edition marks the first Forum held in Viet Nam following the conclusion of the EFTA–Viet Nam Free Trade Agreement—the most transformative milestone in the Switzerland–Viet Nam bilateral relationship.
Organised by SVEF and the Embassy of Switzerland in Viet Nam, with MOIT and VCCI as proposed co-organisers, the Forum will bring together senior government representatives, financial institutions, industrial leaders, technology companies, investors, and academic institutions from Switzerland, Viet Nam, and the international community.
The SVEF 2026: Ha Noi Edition
The Flagship Bilateral Event of the Post-EFTA Era
Business Delegations
Swiss & Vietnamese
Thematic Sessions
8 Sessions
High-Level Policy Dialogue
Opening Day
Parallel Breakout
Sessions
6 Sessions / 2 Rounds
MoU Signings
Closing Plenary
B2B Matching Sessions
Session F
Gala Dinner
Evening 19 October
Field Visits
Day 3 — 20 October
WHAT TO EXPECT
Experience a curated itinerary of high-level diplomacy and strategic commercial exchange designed to catalyze bilateral growth and innovation.
High-Level Summits
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Keynote Speakers: Senior Swiss & Vietnamese government leaders, Ambassadors, and SECO.
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Core Agenda: Bilateral economic agenda, Finance & Capital Markets, and Industrial Transformation.
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Major Highlight: Tentative EFTA–Viet Nam FTA signing ceremony.
Elite Networking & B2B Matching
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B2B Matching: Structured meetings connecting businesses, banks, and institutions.
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Executive Networking: Curated Business Lunches for post-FTA investment discussions.
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Partnerships: MoU Signing Ceremony to formalize bilateral agreements.
Strategic Breakout Sessions
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Format: 6 Parallel Breakout Sessions co-led by Swiss and Vietnamese enterprises.
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Key Sectors: Infrastructure, Energy, Innovation, Healthcare, Education, and Legal.
Exclusive Field Visits (Day 3)
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Destinations: Curated visits to industrial parks & cultural sites in Hai Phong / Bac Ninh.
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Requirement: Optional but pre-registration is required.
OBJECTIVES
THEMATIC PILLARS
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Finance & Capital Markets
Cross-border investment flows, capital market development, Viet Nam’s path to Emerging Market status, and Swiss financial centre expertise.
02
Industrial Transformation & Supply Chains
Smart manufacturing, Industry 4.0, post-FTA supply chain opportunities, and Swiss–Vietnamese industrial technology collaboration.
03
Industrial Transformation, Energy Security & Supply Chain Resilience
Smart cities, transport and logistics, industrial park ecosystems, and Swiss PPP expertise for Vietnamese infrastructure development.
04
Energy & Sustainability
Renewable energy, climate finance, ESG frameworks, and Swiss cleantech solutions for Viet Nam’s net-zero transition.
05
Innovation, AI & Digital Economy
AI governance, digital infrastructure, FinTech, startup ecosystems, and cross-border digital collaboration.
06
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Swiss medtech and life sciences for emerging markets, digital health, hospital systems, and the Swiss–Vietnamese healthcare corridor.
07
Education, Talent & Human Capital
Swiss dual education model, talent mobility, university and research partnerships, and the SVEF Internship Programme.
08
Legal Frameworks, Market Entry & Value Chains
Post-FTA market entry pathways, legal structures, IP protection, trade compliance, and cross-border dispute resolution.
AGENDA
MAIN FORUM DAY
About The Venue
Nestled in the heart of Hanoi, a capital steeped in a millennium of heritage and timeless culture, our chosen venue provides an inspiring backdrop for fostering Swiss-Vietnamese ties.
Deeply woven into the fabric of the city's cultural and dynamic life, it offers an ideal setting for dialogue, collaboration, and the exchange of ideas crucial to the Forum's success.
CONTACT US
Switzerland Office: Trust Square, Rennweg 57, Zurich-8001, Switzerland
VietNam Office: Vian Tower, 26 Street 40, Thao Dien Ward Thu Duc, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
+41 76 592 88 56
