Guest reception - Opening ceremony
Opening remarks
Vietnam successfully navigated a volatile 2024, showcasing a remarkable improvement in economic resilience. Despite lingering challenges from the previous period, the country’s GDP grew by 7.09%, placing it among the top performers in the region. Key economic balances were also preserved through the seamless coordination of monetary and fiscal policies.
As Vietnam steps into 2025, the economy has begun on a solid and optimistic note, propelled by three main drivers: exports, consumption, and investment. While the country holds strong potential for high growth this year, the priority is to sustain a steady pace, capitalize on opportunities, and achieve strategic breakthroughs.
2025 also marks the final phase of the 2021-2025 medium-term public investment plan. Growth driven by investment can be revitalized through capital inflows into key projects, industrial infrastructure, and transportation. This will expand development opportunities across various sectors and accelerate Vietnam’s transition toward a new growth model.
Keeping pace with the dynamics of the financial and real estate markets and staying attuned to current developments, Saigon Times Group has selected the theme
“LAYING THE FOUNDATION FOR A NEW CIRCLE”
for the Finance-Real Estate Forum 2025. The forum will serve as a key platform bringing together government agencies, industry experts, associations, and leading enterprises to share insights and identify solutions that will strengthen the financial and real estate sectors, paving the way for a new era of sustainable growth.
The Finance – Real Estate Forum 2025 will be a large-scale and prestigious event, contributing to orienting the Vietnamese financial and real estate market into a new growth cycle. The event is expected to gather more than 150 guests who are policy makers, prestigious experts, and leaders from:
Context: The Government has set a bold target of at least 8% GDP growth this year, with aspirations for doubledigit growth in the years to come. Strong economic growth will fuel production expansion, raise incomes, and accelerate the country’s progress toward closing the gap with developed nations. However, amid escalating global trade tensions, investment capital flows may shift. Vietnam’s growth strategy must therefore be carefully structured to safeguard stability and ensure progress toward its long-term development objectives.
In light of these developments, how are financial institutions—both commercial banks and non-bank entities—preparing for the next phase of growth?
Context: Global trade tensions are driving Vietnam to restructure its economy in order to adapt to changing conditions and pursue its growth objectives. As businesses revise their strategies to cope with market uncertainty, many may need to adjust their growth trajectories. A key issue now is how foreign direct investment (FDI) flows will evolve and how investments in infrastructure and business facilities can be scaled effectively.
This shift also requires a responsive infrastructure investment strategy, especially for industrial zones, to secure stable capital inflows. Prioritizing sustainable infrastructure and the development of green, high-end industrial parks will be crucial to strengthening the sector’s position and attracting highquality investment in the next growth cycle.
Country Head
Cushman & Wakefield Vietnam
(Moderator)
Opening remarks
8:40 Presentation - Seeking growth amid rising tariff pressures
8:55 Panel discussion - Capital flows in new era – Opportunities ahead for Vietnam?
9:55 Presentation - Industrial real estate adapts to market volatility
10:10 Panel discussion - Maintaining balance and unleashing internal strength for sustainable growth
11:10 Q&A - Closing
As a leading real estate developer headquartered in Singapore, Frasers Property Vietnam (FPV) has established a strong presence in Vietnam with landmark developments in the heart of HCMC and large-scale industrial developments built with sustainability at its core.
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KCN Vietnam Group is a professional industrial property developer in Vietnam. To date, its project portfolio comprises 10 high-quality, ready-built warehouse and factory projects strategically situated in industrial zones across Southern and Northern Vietnam, including DEEP C (Hai Phong), ThuanThanh 3B (Bac Ninh), Ho Nai (Dong Nai), PhuAnThanh (Long An), Song Than 3 (Binh Duong), PhucDien and An Phat (Hai Duong), and Tan Hung (Bac Giang), with a total land bank exceeding 300 hectares.
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SaigonBank, officially known as Sai Gon Joint Stock Commercial Bank, is the first joint stock commercial bank in Vietnam. Its establishment marked a breakthrough initiative by the HCMC Party Committee and People’s Committee in implementing the reform-oriented policies of the Party and the State. Over the past 37 years of development, SaigonBank has supported businesses and individuals in effectively accessing capital, making considerable contributions to the growth of Vietnam’s banking and finance sector. With a sustainable development strategy, strong investment in digital technology, and a team of over 1,500 experienced professionals, SaigonBank is committed to delivering outstanding products and services, along with the most favorable policies for its customers.
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Ho Chi Minh City Power Corporation (EVNHCMC), a subsidiary of Vietnam Electricity Group (EVN), has long embraced the motto “Building trust” as its guiding principle. Over the years, this commitment has helped establish the corporation as a leading provider of high-quality, reliable electricity services in Vietnam and across the region.EVNHCMC has received numerous accolades for its achievements, including the prestigious title of “Labor Hero during the Renewal Period” in 2013. The corporation was ranked among the world’s top 50 smart grid utilities in both 2023 and 2024 and has earned several awards for smart grid innovation. With a strong focus on sustainability, the firm is committed to supporting HCMC’s transformation into a modern, dynamic, and forward-looking urban center—one that leads the nation in development and innovation.
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After 29 years of development, ROX Group (formerly TNG Holdings Vietnam) has evolved into a pioneering multi-sector investment group, dedicated to creating meaningful value for life through its comprehensive ecosystem in urban and industrial development, services, and finance. The group has earned a strong reputation for delivering large-scale projects across both domestic and international markets. Guided by the core values of humanity, innovation, and global integration, ROX Group consistently pursues excellence in every project, contributing to building new standards of graceful, authentic, and elegant living for its customers, partners, and the broader community.
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Prodezi Long An, established in 2016, is a young and dynamic enterprise operating in the fields of real estate, infrastructure, and transportation. With the involvement of major and experienced shareholders, Prodezi Long An has developed many large-scale projects, such as the 400-hectare Prodezi Eco-Industrial Park and the 100-hectare LA Home. The company is steadily reinforcing its market position in Long An and expanding its footprint across the southern region.
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HDBank is one of Vietnam’s leading commercial banks, striving to become a robust financial group with a global reach and outstanding services. The bank is committed to delivering innovative financial solutions and supporting customers, employees, and partners with professionalism, efficiency, and responsibility. Anchored in its core value of "Customer-centricity", the bank continuously drives innovation to provide exceptional service and foster long-term trust within the community.
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As a leading real estate developer headquartered in Singapore, Frasers Property Vietnam (FPV) has established a strong presence in Vietnam with landmark developments in the heart of HCMC and large-scale industrial developments built with sustainability at its core.
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KCN Vietnam Group is a professional industrial property developer in Vietnam. To date, its project portfolio comprises 10 high-quality, ready-built warehouse and factory projects strategically situated in industrial zones across Southern and Northern Vietnam, including DEEP C (Hai Phong), ThuanThanh 3B (Bac Ninh), Ho Nai (Dong Nai), PhuAnThanh (Long An), Song Than 3 (Binh Duong), PhucDien and An Phat (Hai Duong), and Tan Hung (Bac Giang), with a total land bank exceeding 300 hectares.
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Ho Chi Minh City Power Corporation (EVNHCMC), a subsidiary of Vietnam Electricity Group (EVN), has long embraced the motto “Building trust” as its guiding principle. Over the years, this commitment has helped establish the corporation as a leading provider of high-quality, reliable electricity services in Vietnam and across the region.EVNHCMC has received numerous accolades for its achievements, including the prestigious title of “Labor Hero during the Renewal Period” in 2013. The corporation was ranked among the world’s top 50 smart grid utilities in both 2023 and 2024 and has earned several awards for smart grid innovation. With a strong focus on sustainability, the firm is committed to supporting HCMC’s transformation into a modern, dynamic, and forward-looking urban center—one that leads the nation in development and innovation.
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After 29 years of development, ROX Group (formerly TNG Holdings Vietnam) has evolved into a pioneering multi-sector investment group, dedicated to creating meaningful value for life through its comprehensive ecosystem in urban and industrial development, services, and finance. The group has earned a strong reputation for delivering large-scale projects across both domestic and international markets. Guided by the core values of humanity, innovation, and global integration, ROX Group consistently pursues excellence in every project, contributing to building new standards of graceful, authentic, and elegant living for its customers, partners, and the broader community.
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SaigonBank, officially known as Sai Gon Joint Stock Commercial Bank, is the first joint stock commercial bank in Vietnam. Its establishment marked a breakthrough initiative by the HCMC Party Committee and People’s Committee in implementing the reform-oriented policies of the Party and the State. Over the past 37 years of development, SaigonBank has supported businesses and individuals in effectively accessing capital, making considerable contributions to the growth of Vietnam’s banking and finance sector. With a sustainable development strategy, strong investment in digital technology, and a team of over 1,500 experienced professionals, SaigonBank is committed to delivering outstanding products and services, along with the most favorable policies for its customers.
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Prodezi Long An, established in 2016, is a young and dynamic enterprise operating in the fields of real estate, infrastructure, and transportation. With the involvement of major and experienced shareholders, Prodezi Long An has developed many large-scale projects, such as the 400-hectare Prodezi Eco-Industrial Park and the 100-hectare LA Home. The company is steadily reinforcing its market position in Long An and expanding its footprint across the southern region.
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HDBank is one of Vietnam’s leading commercial banks, striving to become a robust financial group with a global reach and outstanding services. The bank is committed to delivering innovative financial solutions and supporting customers, employees, and partners with professionalism, efficiency, and responsibility. Anchored in its core value of "Customer-centricity", the bank continuously drives innovation to provide exceptional service and foster long-term trust within the community.
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Senior Director Investment, Savills Vietnam
Netherlands Deputy Consul General in Ho Chi Minh City
Senior International Economist, UNDP
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