Market Outlook: Vietnam

Vietnam has emerged as one of the fastest-growing economies in the Asian region over the past three decades. With its political stability, robust economic openness, and rapidly expanding digital economy, the country presents an attractive landscape for Swedish companies seeking new opportunities.

With a population of 100 million and a burgeoning middle class in the Asia-Pacific region, Vietnam stands out as one of Southeast Asia's pivotal markets. Despite facing a slowdown in 2021 amid the pandemic, Vietnam experienced a robust rebound in 2022 and 2023, boasting impressive economic growth rates of 8.02% and 5.05%, respectively. These figures rank among the highest in ASEAN and the Asia-Pacific region. Notably, Vietnam has been recognised as Asia's fifth most open economy, according to analysis by Fitch Solutions, and has inked the second highest number of FTAs in ASEAN after Singapore.

Join us for an insightful Market Outlook session where H.E. Ann Måwe, Sweden's Ambassador to Vietnam, will provide in-depth insights into the current landscape. Additionally, David Lidén​, Sweden's Trade Commissioner to Vietnam and Country Manager at Business Sweden Vietnam​ will share his expertise on the evolving Vietnamese economy. He will share his perspective on the driving forces behind Vietnam's economic growth, highlighting both opportunities and challenges for Swedish companies based on last year's business climate survey. Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable perspectives and strategic insights into Vietnam's dynamic market.

Agenda:

• 8:15 - 8:30 Registration and light breakfast
• 8:30 - 9:30 Presentation by Ambassador Ann Måwe and Trade Commissioner David Lidén
• 9:30 - 10:00 Q & A.