HANOI, August 14, 2025 – At the Vietnam – International Business & Investment Connection 2025 event, hosted by the Vietnam Trade Promotion Agency (VIETRADE) under the Ministry of Industry and Trade, the Vietnam Global E-commerce Association (VGEA) delivered a powerful message: Vietnamese SMEs must adopt a global mindset to thrive in today’s economy—and e-commerce is the key to that transformation.
Speaking at the event, VGEA expressed gratitude to Mr. Vũ Bá Phú, Director General of VIETRADE, and Mr. Vũ Ngoạn Hợp, Chairman of the Vietnam National Exhibition Association, for creating such a meaningful platform. The event served as a bridge between Vietnamese businesses and international partners, and gave VGEA the opportunity to share its global vision for the future of Vietnam’s digital economy.
“This is more than a business forum—it’s a launching pad for Vietnam’s next era,” a VGEA representative stated.
“The rise of our nation will only happen when every Vietnamese business dares to think globally and enters the international arena.”
E-commerce: The Gateway to Global Markets
VGEA underscored that e-commerce is not just a tool—it is the decisive lever for growth, especially for small and medium-sized enterprises. Digital trade allows Vietnamese businesses to bypass traditional limitations of geography and scale, and directly access customers, partners, and markets around the world.
But unlocking this potential requires more than technology. According to VGEA, it demands:
- A global mindset – Building not just products, but brands and services that meet international standards and appeal to global audiences.
- Digital capabilities – Mastering logistics, payments, data, and customer experience across digital platforms.
- Support ecosystems – Strong public-private partnerships, streamlined policies, and infrastructure to reduce barriers and promote cross-border commerce.
“Vietnamese businesses are not small—if they dare to think big,” VGEA emphasized.
“The global market is not far—if we are ready to step into it.”
A Commitment to Long-Term Partnership
The association affirmed its ongoing commitment to supporting Vietnamese SMEs in their digital transformation and international expansion. From training and capacity building to connecting with global e-commerce platforms, VGEA positions itself as a strategic partner on this journey.
The representative concluded:
“We stand ready to walk with every entrepreneur who shares this vision. Let’s build a Vietnam that’s connected, innovative, and fully engaged with the global economy.”
The Vietnam – International Business & Investment Connection 2025 event attracted leaders from across sectors and regions, highlighting Vietnam’s growing role as both a regional manufacturing hub and a rising force in the digital trade space.