Upcoming Events & Meetings for amchamvietnam.com

AmCham HR Committee

2009-01-07 15:00:00

When: Wed, January 7th, 2009
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Every year before TET the AmCham Human Resources Committee meets in an informal setting to review the events of the previous year and have a free-form discussion of ideas for the upcoming year.

International Business Lunch: The Year Ahead - Executive Summary and Outlook 2009

2009-01-13 11:00:00

When: Tue, January 13th, 2009
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Well-known guest speakers from a vareity of business sectors including Banking, Real Estate, Law, Investment, Market Research and Human Resources will provide their general outlook, challenges and prognostications for 2009.

Vietnam 2020: Solutions for Large-Scale Infrastructure and Real Estate Documentation

2009-01-14 12:00:00

When: Wed, January 14th, 2009
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Help make history. A macro and microcosmic understanding of why it is important to document tangible development indicators in Vietnam such as city foundation essentials (roads, bridges, and waterways) and burgeoning urban centers (residential and office buildings). The idea of bridging the past, present, and future of Vietnam using new media technologies such as websites, high definition video and live, on-demand video and photo images will be presented to the participants for consideration to achieve the government's vision for a developed and modern Vietnam by the year 2020.

Joint New Year Networking Drinks Night

2009-01-14 18:00:00

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Complimentary canapes will be served. Beer (Budweiser) 30kvnd, wine 60kvnd, spirits and cocktail 40kvnd. Organized by BBGV, AusCham, AmCham, EuroCham, co-hosted by CanCham, HKBAV, NordCham, SwissCham.

Ambassador's Conference on Higher Education in Vietnam

2009-01-15 08:00:00

When: Thu, January 15th, 2009
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Designed to bring together representatives from American universities, colleges, companies, and NGOs active in higher education in Vietnam and representatives from Vietnamese universities and colleges in order to explore partnership successes and to map out future partnership strategies, particularly in three key areas: joint programs between US and VN universities, increasing the number of Vietnamese students in the U.S., and programs to help Vietnamese students acquire skills needed in Vietnam's modernizing economy.

Intel Vietnam Study Abroad Program - Application Deadline Jan 15, 2009

2009-01-15 12:00:00

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*Intel Products Vietnam* is pleased to announce the Intel Vietnam Study Abroad Program - the 2009-2011 Scholarship program to study at Portland State University (PSU), USA. The Program is two-fold: A U.S. education experience and an engineering career with Intel in Vietnam. Intel will sponsor current Third-year Engineering students from select universities to complete their Bachelor of Science degrees in either Electrical or Mechanical Engineering at Portland State University (PSU). Upon graduation, the students will return to Ho Chi Minh City to begin exciting engineering careers with Intel at our new facility.

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (U.S. Holiday) 2009

2009-01-19 08:00:00

When: Mon, January 19th, 2009
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Martin Luther King, Jr. Day is celebrated every year on the third Monday in January. U.S. Government offices closed. Click on the link for more information about this holiday. Click here for a list of Vietnamese and U.S. holidays.

2nd Annual Anti-Corruption Asia Conference

2009-01-19 08:30:00

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With FCPA investigations on the increase in Asia, it is vitally important that your compliance program is robust enough to withstand local business practices while satisfying the requirements of international anti-corruption laws that impact you either directly or via your business partners. This Congress is your key to a full understanding of corruption and bribery across Asia and how you can build and maintain a meaningful compliance programme for this challenging region.

TET Lunar New Year 2009 (VN Holiday) - Year of the Water Buffalo - Jan 26-29

2009-01-26 08:00:00

When: Mon, January 26th, 2009
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VN Holiday. Click here for a list of Vietnamese and U.S. holidays. Click on the link to learn more about this holiday and TET customs in Vietnam, the Lunar Year calendar. Traditionally there are four main holidays: TET Eve (Jan 26), and The First (Jan 27), Second (Jan 28), and Third (Jan 29) Days of TET Nguyen Dan.

United Way Information Meeting

2009-02-11 09:00:00

When: Wed, February 11th, 2009
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Meeting with social service agencies and community organizations to discuss United Way program and grant allocation process.

8th Annual Dalat Winter Weekend - 2009

2009-02-13 08:00:00

When: Fri, February 13th, 2009
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Roundtable discussion of key issues for U.S.-Vietnam trade and investment in 2009, 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.

Presidents Day (Washington's Birthday) 2009 (U.S. Holiday

2009-02-16 08:00:00

When: Mon, February 16th, 2009
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Washington's Birthday (often called President's Day) is celebrated on the Third Monday in February. U.S. Government Offices Closed.

42nd Annual APCAC Conference

2009-03-18 18:00:00

When: Wed, March 18th, 2009
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Annual conference of Asia-Pacific Council of American Chambers of Commerce

Hung Kings' Festival Day (VN Holiday) 2009

2009-04-06 08:00:00

When: Mon, April 6th, 2009
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Vietnamese official holiday. Offices closed. Tenth day of the Third Lunar Month celebrates the Hung King's Temple Festival is held to worship the Hung Kings, who were instrumental in the founding of the nation. Click here for a list of Vietnamese and U.S. holidays. Click on the link to learn more about this holiday.

Lam Dong Province Investment Conference

2009-04-15 08:30:00

When: Wed, April 15th, 2009
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Lam Dong Province Industrial Zones Authority, in cooperation with Dong Nai IZA, HCM City IZA, will welcome interested foreign direct investment representatives and discuss investment opportunities and costs in Lam Dong Province.

Asia Society's 19th Asian Corporate Conference

2009-04-22 17:00:00

When: Wed, April 22nd, 2009
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Redefining Asia's Challenges: Vietnam at the Crossroads. Join hundreds of Asian executives and government leaders as they discuss key issues facing Vietnam and Asia. What Will Be the Long-Term Ramifications of the Global Financial Crisis on Asian Economies? As ASEAN is primed to enhance its role as a hub for wider regional integration, how are the ASEAN economies cooperating to benefit both individually and throughout the region as a whole? A Step Towards Sustainability: Addressing Energy and Environmental Issues. The Future of Asian Cities: Improving Urban Infrastructure. Membership Dues: Vietnam Integrating Into the Global Economy.

Reunification Day 2009 (VN Holiday)

2009-04-30 08:00:00

When: Thu, April 30th, 2009
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VN Holiday celebrating the liberation of Saigon on Apr 30, 1975 and the beginning of the reunification of the country.

International Labor Day 2009 (VN Holiday)

2009-05-01 08:00:00

When: Fri, May 1st, 2009
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VN Holiday. Offices closed. Click here for a list of Vietnamese and U.S. holidays.

Memorial Day 2009 (U.S. Holiday)

2009-05-25 08:00:00

When: Mon, May 25th, 2009
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Memorial Day is celebrated on the last Monday in May. 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.

Independence Day 2009 (U.S. Holiday - observed)

2009-07-03 08:00:00

When: Fri, July 3rd, 2009
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Independence Day is celebrated on July 3th in 2009. U.S. Government offices closed. AmCham office closed. Click the link to learn more about this holiday. Click here for a list of Vietnamese and U.S. holidays.