On 21st November 2025, the Vietnamese Business Council in the UAE (VNBC) proudly joined the ASEAN Inter-Council Networking Event, hosted in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
The event brought together all major ASEAN business councils in the UAE, including:

• Indonesian Business Council Dubai (IdBC)

• Malaysian Business Council

• Philippine Business Council Dubai

• Singapore Business Council

• Thai Business Council

• Timor-Leste representatives

• Vietnamese Business Council in the UAE (VNBC)

This collaborative gathering was held under the umbrella of the ASEAN Business Councils Alliance, celebrating the unity and shared economic ambitions of Southeast Asia within the UAE’s dynamic business environment.

Strengthening ASEAN Solidarity in the UAE

The event served as a powerful platform for ASEAN communities to:

• Build stronger inter-council relationships

• Exchange market insights and business trends

• Explore cross-border collaboration and joint projects

• Connect entrepreneurs and professionals across diverse sectors

• Highlight ASEAN’s collective presence in the UAE economy

With Dubai being home to a rapidly growing ASEAN population and business ecosystem, the event underscored the importance of regional partnerships and shared market strategies.

VNBC’s Active Role in the ASEAN Business Community

As one of the most active councils in the alliance, VNBC showcased Vietnam’s vibrant economic landscape and its growing connections with the UAE.
VNBC representatives engaged in meaningful discussions with other councils, sponsors, and ASEAN professionals on:

• Bilateral and multilateral cooperation

• Opportunities in trade, logistics, technology, tourism, and investment

• Strengthening ASEAN-wide initiatives and cultural ties

• Supporting Vietnamese businesses expanding to the Middle East

• Co-hosting future ASEAN events in the UAE

VNBC reaffirmed its commitment to acting as a bridge between Vietnam and the UAE’s business community, while contributing to the broader ASEAN network.

Looking Ahead

The successful gathering marks another milestone for ASEAN cooperation in the UAE.
VNBC looks forward to:

• Building stronger partnerships with ASEAN councils

• Creating more joint programs, networking events, and business missions

• Promoting Vietnam’s opportunities to the wider Southeast Asian and UAE community

• Supporting ASEAN professionals and entrepreneurs in their regional growth journey

VNBC remains committed to fostering unity, collaboration, and prosperity across the ASEAN business community in the UAE.