Press Conference and MoU Signing Ceremony
Virtual “METALEX Vietnam 2020” & “Supporting Industry Show 2020”
Adapt to the “New Normal” with Digital Transformation
AGENDA
Date: Wednesday, 7 October 2020
Time: 09.30 – 10.50 hrs.
Platform: Zoom
Breaking news
According to the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO), the Japanese Government launched a support
program for businesses to diversify their supply chains in ASEAN countries. 30 businesses have registered
to participate in the program so far, including 15 enterprises want to expand factories in Vietnam.
Vietnam has proven to remain an attractive investment destination for foreign enterprises thanks to its
relatively developed infrastructure along with improvement in living standard. Despite of the COVID-19
pandemic, Vietnam is expected to quickly become an attractive business market.
This year, “METALEX Vietnam 2020” is going to be converted to an online format to keep Vietnam’s
machine tools & metalworking industry connected. Virtual METALEX Vietnam 2020 Exhibition would
enable both exhibitors and visitors to attend virtual meetings and business matching events, machinery
showcase, tech talks and many more features. Furthermore, the exhibition promises to be an one-stop
destination for industrial community with the cooperation with the Japan External Trade Organization
(JETRO) in Ho Chi Minh City, Investment & Trade Promotion Centre (ITPC), and Ho Chi Minh City Centre of
Supporting Industries Development (CSID) to introduce "Supporting Industry Show 2020” to strengthen
the long-term relationship between the Vietnam-Japan supporting industries. The virtual joint exhibitions
will be taking place from 23 – 24 October 2020, starting from 09.00 to 17.00 hrs.
Time Program
09.30 The global relocation of supply chain links to Vietnam – an opportunity for Vietnamese
manufacturers
Mr. Vu Trong Tai – General Manager of Reed Tradex Vietnam
Presentation’s angles:
The trend of manufacturing companies looking to set up operations in Vietnam Supporting industry - The core of manufacturing industry’s development. The position of the Vietnam’s manufacturing industry in the ASEAN region. The Virtual “METALEX Vietnam 2020" and "Supporting Industry Show 2020" - Comprehensive platform of
Vietnam manufacturing to transform for a digital “new normal”.
09.45 Supporting program for Japanese businesses to diversify supply chains in ASEAN countries from
Japanese government
Mr. Hirai Shinji – Chief Representative of the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) in Ho Chi
Minh City
Presentation’s angles:
The need of Japanese companies to diversify their supply chains in the midst of the pandemic The supporting program of the Japanese government to support Japanese companies to expand operations
in ASEAN The reasons why Japanese manufacturing firms have chosen Vietnam for supply chain diversification. Introduction to the Virtual "Supporting Industry Show 2020" at “METALEX Vietnam 2020”.
10.00 Web portal of supporting industry of Vietnam
Ms. Cao Thi Phi Van – Deputy Director, Investment & Trade Promotion Centre (ITPC)
Presentation’s angles:
Vietnam manufacturing firms should update themselves with up-to-date digital trends Introduction to the web portal of supporting industry of Vietnam The importance of the Virtual "Supporting Industry Show 2020" and “METALEX Vietnam 2020” in driving
Vietnam’s manufacturing and supporting companies to digitalize their businesses.
10.15 Supporting policies from Vietnamese government for local manufacturers to respond to the
wave of factory settlement in Vietnam
Ms. Le Nguyen Duy Oanh – Vice Director, Ho Chi Minh City Centre of Supporting Industries
Development (CSID)
Presentation’s angles:
Opportunities of Vietnamese manufacturers upon the trend of factory settlement in Vietnam Supporting solutions from the government for local manufacturers
The significance of the Virtual "Supporting Industry Show 2020" and “METALEX Vietnam 2020” in connecting local and international industrialists.
10.30 Q&A
10.50 Close program
(Program as of 28 Sep 2020)
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