AmCham Vietnam - Ho Chi Minh City Events

Below is a listing of upcoming AmCham Vietnam events. You may click on the event title to read more details about each event, and to REGISTER ONLINE for the event.

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Upcoming Events for AmCham Vietnam - Ho Chi Minh City

Human Resources Committee

When: Fri, October 19th, 2007
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Direct Selling Committee

When: Tue, October 23rd, 2007
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Southern Economic Zone Investment Mart 2007

When: Tue, October 30th, 2007
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The Southern Key Economic Zone includes Ho Chi Minh City, Ba Ria-Vung Tau, Binh Duong, Binh Phuoc, Dong Nai, Long An, Tay Ninh, Tien Giang, and is the most dynamic growth hub of Vietnam -- representing 50% of the nation's GDP, absorbing 60% of the FDI, accounting for two-thirds the international air traffic, and 80% of all containerized exports. the Investment and Trade Promotion Center of HCM City, together with all the provinces in the Southern Economic Zone, will organize a two-day conference for international investors to consider investment and business opportunities in the region.

Lunch: United Airlines CEO Glenn Tilton

When: Mon, November 5th, 2007
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United Airlines Chairman, President, and CEO, Glenn Tilton, will provide comments on United's current strategies and plans for the Asia Pacific Region including route initiatives and enhanced customer service programs.

U.S. Commerce Secretary Gutierrez Business Development Mission

When: Tue, November 6th, 2007
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"Vietnam is an exciting new market that is providing opportunities for American businesses, manufacturers, and service providers," said Gutierrez. The mission will help U.S companies develop business and government contacts, solidify business strategies and obtain market access information. This opportunity also provides a platform for addressing policy and commercial issues including transparency, rule of law, intellectual property rights protection, trading and distribution rights, that U.S. companies face in the Vietnamese market. The delegation will include a cross-section of U.S. industries with commercial interests in Vietnam.

Veterans' Day (U.S. Holiday)

When: Sun, November 11th, 2007
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Veterans Day is celebrated on November 1. U.S. Government offices closed. Click the link to learn more about this holiday. Click here for a list of Vietnamese and U.S. holidays.

AmCham Singapore Business Development Mission

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Members of AmCham Singapore visit HCM City to explore business opportunities.

Thanksgiving Day (U.S. Holiday)

When: Thu, November 22nd, 2007
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Thanksgiving Day is celebrated on the fourth Thursday in November. U.S. Government offices closed. Click the link to learn more about this holiday. Click here for a list of Vietnamese and U.S. holidays.

INFRASTRUCTURE Vietnam 2007

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Focusing on Building & Construction, Mining & Forestry, Power Generation & Electrical Engineering, and Transportation. In cooperation with the Ministry of Construction.

9th Annual Thanksgiving Golf Classic

When: Fri, November 23rd, 2007
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Register now for this fun golf outing, held annually since Thanksgiving 1999, first organized by then AmCham Chairman, Ron Kiel.

12th Annual Governors Ball: A Saigon Christmas

When: Sat, December 1st, 2007
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The AmCham Board of Governors cordially invite you to the 12th Annual AmCham Governors' Ball, to be held on Saturday, December 1, 2007 in a member hotel to be announced. Tickets are limited, so please make your reservations early to avoid disappointment.

VBF Vietnam Business Forum

When: Tue, December 4th, 2007
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Semi-annual meeting of the Vietnam Business Forum.

7th Annual AmCham Scholarship Award Ceremony, Sat, Dec 8

When: Sat, December 8th, 2007
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In partnership with National University of Ho Chi Minh City (NUH), AmCham will grant up to 20 scholarships to top students of NUH including: University of Technology, University of Natural Sciences, University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Faculty of Economics, based on a rigourous four-step assessment process over three months, managed by the HR Committee.

Christmas 2007 (U.S. Holiday)

When: Tue, December 25th, 2007
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U.S. Government offices closed. Click the link to learn more about this holiday. Click here for a list of Vietnamese and U.S. holidays.

7th Annual Dalat Winter Weekend & Roundtable 2008

When: Fri, January 11th, 2008
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Roundtable discussion of key issues, and also enjoy excursions, trekking and golf tournament, and spa and exquisite cuisine. The Sofitel Dalat Palace epitomizes the seductive charm of Dalat. It is one of the few remaining historical hotels in Asia, and offers the finest in European atmosphere, amenities and service. Don't miss this weekend. Spaces are limited, so early registration is advised.