We are pleased to extend an invitation to you to attend the Vietnam Roundtable titled “Unlocking global growth – Vietnam as your gateway to the Indo-Pacific through CPTPP”, which is co-organized by the Government of Canada and the four Atlantic Provinces, in partnership with the Vietnam Trade Office in Canada and the Canada-ASEAN Business Council.
Date: Wednesday, June 11, 2025
Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM (ADT)
Location: Room 108 – Halifax Convention
Centre | 1650 Argyle St., Halifax, NS
Why this roundtable is essential for your business:
In today’s complex global landscape, strategic market diversification is key to sustained growth. Vietnam stands out as a rapidly ascending economic power house and a pivotal entry point to the colossal markets of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) bloc and the broader Indo-Pacific region.
This event is designed to show you how to leverage the Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) in general and CPTPP in particular to:
- Gain a Competitive Edge: Discover how Vietnam’s strategic location and robust economic ties can provide Atlantic Canadian businesses with preferential access to over 600 million consumers in ASEAN and beyond.
- Navigate Global Trade Confidently: Receive expert guidance on utilizing theCPTPP framework to mitigate trade complexities and overcome protectionistmeasures, ensuring smoother international expansion.
- Identify Untapped Opportunities: Explore high-growth sectors and specificavenues for trade and investment collaboration in Vietnam that align with yourbusiness’s capabilities and growth ambitions.
- Learn from Success: Hear compelling case studies and success stories ofCanadian businesses already thriving by leveraging CPTPP and Vietnam’s strategicposition, providing actionable blueprints for your own expansion.
- Master CPTPP Advantages: Demystify the intricacies of CPTPP rules of origin and certification, including substantial transformation and regional value content, to fully capitalize on tariff benefits and optimize your supply chains.
Please RSVP your attendance to amanda.teed@investnovascotia.ca by Tuesday, June 10, 2025.
For more details, please see attached invitation and agenda.