
VIETNAM CORPORATE
SUSTAINABILITY FORUM 2023
Theme:Global Green race
From Strategy to Execution of Sustainable Business
Ha Noi, 23/08/2023
General Introduction
The Vietnam Corporate Sustainability Forum (VCSF) is one of the most important dialogues between the Vietnamese government and business community to promote sustainable development held by the Vietnam Business Council for Sustainable Development (VBCSD) particularly and Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) generally. Held annually since 2014, the VCSF has created a strong buzz in the business community nationwide. Key topics expected to be discussed at this year's Forum include: promoting sustainable energy transition, accelerating the implementation of the circular economy model, building green supply chains, and practicing Environmental, Social, Governance (ESG) assessment to contribute to doing sustainable business.
The Forum will have 02 sessions:
- Breakout Session: 8h30-11h30, Wednesday, 23/08/2023
- Plenary Session: 13h30-17h00, Wednesday, 23/08/2023

Tentative Agenda
VIETNAM CORPORATE SUSTAINABILITY FORUM 2023
Theme: “Global Green Race: From Strategy to Execution of Sustainable Business”
Time | Content |
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8h00 – 8h30 |
Guest welcome and Registration |
8h30 – 8h40 |
Introduction |
8h40 – 8h50 |
Opening remarks Mrs. Cao Thi Ngoc Dung, Chairperson of Phu Nhuan Jewelry JSC., Vice Chairperson of Vietnam Business Council for Sustainable Development (VBCSD) |
8h50 – 9h05 |
Presentation: “Localize global strategy to achieve corporate net zero commitment: Best practices from Unilever Vietnam” Ms. Le Thi Hong Nhi, Head of Sustainable Business, Communications and Corporate Affairs, Unilever Vietnam |
9h05 – 10h00 |
Panel 1: “Accelerating nature-positive initiatives for a low-carbon economy” Moderator: Ms. Le Thi Ngoc My, Head of Sustainability, HEINEKEN Vietnam Panelist: 1. Mr. Nguyen Trung Anh, Director of R&D and Sustainable Development, PAN Group 2. Ms. Dang Thi Hong Hanh, Co-founder and Executive Director, Energy and Environment Consultancy JSC. (VNEEC) 3. Ms. Nguyen Thi Ngoc Hue, Corporate Communications & External Affairs General Manager, AEON Vietnam 4. Mr. Vu Chi Cong, Director, Head of ESG, VinaCapital 5. Ms. Tran Thanh Huong, ESG Principal, NOKIA Vietnam 6. Ms. Dang Huong Lan, Senior Corporate Affairs Director, AES Vietnam |
10h00 – 10h15 |
Presentation: “The role of business in delivering the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the Global Biodiversity Framework (GBF)” Ms. Pham Minh Thao, Program Development Director, WWF-Vietnam |
10h15 – 11h15 |
Panel 2: “Enhancing business competitiveness through building a green supply chain” Moderator: Ms. Tran Thi Thuy Ngoc, Deputy CEO of Deloitte Vietnam Panelists: 1. Mr. Than Duc Viet, CEO, Garment 10 Corporation – JSC
2. Mr. Le Anh, Sustainability Director, Duy Tan Plastic Recycling JSC.
3. Ms. Le Thi Hoai Thuong, Senior Corporate Affairs Manager, Nestlé Vietnam
4. Ms. Michelle Owen, Chief of Party, The Saving Threatened Wildlife Project, WWF
5. Ms. Vu Thi Minh Tu, Head of Government Affairs, Lazada Vietnam
|
11h15 |
Closing remarks Mr. Nguyen Tien Huy, Director of Office for Sustainable Business Development, VCCI |
11h20 |
Luncheon |
Time | Content |
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12h45 – 13h25 | Guest welcome and registration |
13h25 – 13h27 |
Video clip “Mother Nature” (produced by Conservation International) |
13h27 – 13h35 |
Agenda Introduction |
13h35 – 13h40 |
Opening speech Mr. Pham Tan Cong Chairman and President of Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry |
13h40 – 13h45 |
Video clip: “10-year journey of VCSF: From dialogue to action” |
13h45 – 13h55 |
Keynote speech Mr. Tran Hong Ha, Deputy Prime Minister, Chairman of National Council on Sustainable Development and Competitiveness Enhancement |
13h55 – 14h00 |
Photo session |
14h00 – 14h15 |
Discourse 1: “Redefining the business success amidst the current global sustainable business situation” Mr. Nguyen Quang Vinh, Vice Chairman of Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI), Chairman of Vietnam Business Council for Sustainable Development (VBCSD) |
14h15 – 14h30 |
Discourse 2: “Orientations in developing the private sector to become an important impetus of the economy to boost green economy” Speaker: Mr. Nguyen Duc Hien, Vice Chairman of the Party Central Committee’s Economic Commission |
14h30 – 14h45 |
Discourse 3: “Fulfilling the National Action Plan on Green Growth period 2021-2030: Challenges and opportunities” Speaker: Ms. Nguyen Thi Bich Ngoc, Deputy Minister of Planning and Investment |
14h45 – 15h00 |
Discourse 4: “Building a circular economy in Vietnam: Current policy tools, gaps between Vietnam and the world, and recommendations for businesses” Speaker: Mr. Vo Tuan Nhan, Deputy Minister of Natural Resources and Environment |
15h00 – 15h15 |
Presentation: “Promoting sustainable energy transition for a low-carbon economy in Vietnam” Speaker: Ms. Zayra Romo, Lead Energy Specialist & Infrastructure Practice Leader, World Bank |
15h15 – 15h30 |
Presentation: “Blue Economy Development Partnership Seychelles and ASEAN” Speaker: Mr. Nico Barito, Special Envoy of Seychelles for ASEAN |
15h30 – 15h45 |
Presentation: “Innovation and Sustainability: Promoting twin transition in business” Speaker: Mr. Binu Jacob, CEO of Nestlé Vietnam, CoChair of VBCSD |
15h45 – 16h00 |
Tea break |
16h00 – 16h50 |
Panel discussion: “Promoting nature positive business and green growth through practicing ESG in businesses” Moderator: Mr. Nguyen Hoa Cuong, Vice President, Central Institute of Economic Management, Ministry of Planning & Investment Panelists: 1. Mr. Le Ngoc Lam, Chief Executive Officer, Bank for Investment and Development of Vietnam JSC. (BIDV). 2. Ms. Tran Thi Thuy Ngoc, Deputy CEO of Deloitte Vietnam 3. Mr. Bui Khanh Nguyen, Vice President, Public Affairs, Communications and Sustainability, Coca-Cola Beverages Vietnam 4. Mr. Pham Hung Anh Tuan, Cluster Head of Operation, British American Tobacco Vietnam 5. Mr. Dao Trung Kien, Senior Operations Director, Phu Nhuan Jewelry JSC. (PNJ) 6. Ms. Le Thi Hong Nhi, Head of Communications, Corporate Affairs and Sustainability, Unilever Vietnam |
16h50 |
Closing speech Mr. Pham Tan Cong, Chairman and President of Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry |
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