VSBF 2023 ACHIEVEMENT
- The year 2023 marks the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries, the 10th anniversary of the strategic partnership between Vietnam and Singapore and the 3rd anniversary of the establishment of VSBF.
- VSBF has been engaged by businesses in key moments and until today – it has been hailed in Vietnam, Singapore, Southeast Asian countries while spreading its influence on broader scope outside Asia with the presence of leaders from General Electric (GE)-USA, or Energy Transition Partnership (ETP)-UNOPS, etc.,
- VSBF 2023 is joined by policymakers, business leaders, and national and international academics to update global trends and discuss policies, solutions, and strategic implications toward sustainable inclusive growth.
- As viewed by numerous business leaders, policymakers and investors…, the forum has made very positive impacts on business leaders and community. Insightful expertise and sharp perspectives achieved from the forum generated thought-provoking discussion and positive feedback from participants.
“Regard the transition as an opportunity, and not just a risk, will be best positioned to succeed. To succeed, businesses must proactively develop new products, services, and relevant and innovative business models, innovative ways of operating, greater workforce capabilities, and better ways of communicating with their investors, customers, regulators, and other stakeholders.”
Mr Lim Boon Heng – Former Singaporean Cabinet Minister in the Prime Minister’s Office of Singapore and Chairman of Temasek Holdings, VSBF Advisory Board
“To bridge the gap between sustainability and profitability, Sembcorp has driven growth by renewables and storage systems. The corporation also invests more in renewable energy and storage systems, which generate sustainable solutions for customers, partners, and suppliers, particularly setting the sustainability KPIs for operations, processes, and technology.”
Mr. Wong Kim Yin, Group President & CEO of Sembcorp Industries Ltd, VSBF Speaker Council
“Economic cooperation has been the cornerstone of the bilateral relationship, and Singapore has long recognised Vietnam’s economic strengths and potential. Singapore has been Vietnam’s top source of foreign investment for the last three years, with the Vietnam-Singapore Industrial Parks (VSIP) across northern, central and southern Vietnam being emblematic symbols of the economic cooperation.”
Ambassador of Singapore to Vietnam, H.E. Mr. Jay Ratnam
“Economic cooperation has been the cornerstone of the bilateral relationship, and Singapore has long recognised Vietnam’s economic strengths and potential. Singapore has been Vietnam’s top source of foreign investment for the last three years, with the Vietnam-Singapore Industrial Parks (VSIP) across northern, central and southern Vietnam being emblematic symbols of the economic cooperation.”
Ambassador of Singapore to Vietnam, H.E. Mr. Jay Ratnam
“Sustainable development is a global strategy, realized on a correlate and harmonious combination of such aspects as social-economic development and environmental protection, which align with the inclusive goal pursued by the Government of Vietnam. However, it is important that the Government continues to promulgate standard regulations, and define clear roadmap for implementation. At the same time, it is necessary to focus on green technology development policies regarding greening existing industries, transforming to a more advanced industrial structure…”
Mr. Ho Sy Hung, Deputy Chairman of the Commission for the Management of State Capital at Enterprises (CMSC)