The forum's primary aim is to facilitate connections among Vietnamese entrepreneurs and their ASEAN counterparts within the globally integrated economy, thereby enhancing trade and investment cooperation between Vietnam and other countries in the region.

Vietnam and Singapore, as strategic partners in the ASEAN bloc, have established robust and significant collaborations across multiple sectors, thereby propelling the economic growth of both nations and the ASEAN economy at large. Notably, Singapore stands as ASEAN's foremost foreign investor and is the second-largest investor in Vietnam from a pool of 143 nations, with a contribution of 3,095 projects and a cumulative investment capital of 70.8 billion USD.

The ASEAN Economic Forum 2024 serves as a prominent convening for major economic entities and distinguished businesses from ASEAN member nations. This forum presents a vital platform for companies to showcase and market leading Vietnamese and ASEAN brands within highly engaging sectors, including Finance and Banking, Pharmaceuticals, Cosmetics, High-technology Agriculture, Culture, Tourism and Services, Import and Export, Logistics, IT, Technology, Health Care, and Education. The agenda includes extensive product exhibitions and promotion by Vietnamese, Singaporean, and regional companies, as well as in-depth dialogue with top experts and renowned corporations.

The forum will feature two main sessions:

The first session will focus on 'Vietnam – ASEAN Cooperation: Opportunities and Prospects,' exploring the future of collaborative ventures.

The second session will host a commendation ceremony where the ASEAN Award will be presented to exceptional Vietnamese and ASEAN enterprises, recognizing Famous ASEAN Brands and Outstanding Managers. Additionally, a ceremony will take place to formalize cooperative agreements among leading conglomerates and both domestic and international businesses.

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