VIETNAM THRIVING IN CHANGE

VGLF’s mission is to create a global Vietnamese community of distinguished talents, who are dedicated to elevating the national spirit of solidarity and building a more prosperous and innovative Vietnam.

1

CORE PRINCIPLE

  • Connecting talented
  • Inspiring individuals
2

MISSIONS

  • Bring the world to Vietnam
  • Bring Vietnam to the world
3

STRATEGIC PILLARS

  • Society
  • Economy
  • Geopolitics
AGENDA
AGENDA
Day 1: 30-03-2026
Day 2: 31-03-2026
Time Session
08:30 – 09:00
Registration
09:00 – 10:00
Warm-up & Networking
10:00 – 10:30
Opening Ceremony
10:30 – 12:00
Plenary Session I: Thriving Together

Moderator:

  • Ngoc Anh Tran, Professor of Public Policy, Paul H. O'Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs, Indiana University, United States

Panelists:

  • Hamilton Mann, Group Vice President Digital, Thales, France – “Can the digital age ensure the prosperity of nations?”
  • Sanh Chau Pham, CEO VinFast India – Bangladesh & Secretary General, UNESCO National Committee of Vietnam – “Culture and international relations: A soft power of inclusive growth and prosperity?”
  • Philipp R\u00f6sler (ONLINE), Honorary Consul of Vietnam to Switzerland, Former Vice-Chancellor of Germany, Chairman of VinaCapital Ventures™ Advisory Board, Switzerland – “Thriving in a turbulent geopolitical era: possible?”
10:30 – 12:00
Gourmet Luncheon

Moderator:

  • Ngoc Anh Tran, Professor of Public Policy, Paul H. O'Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs, Indiana University, United States

Panelists:

  • Hamilton Mann, Group Vice President Digital, Thales, France – “Can the digital age ensure the prosperity of nations?”
  • Sanh Chau Pham, CEO VinFast India – Bangladesh & Secretary General, UNESCO National Committee of Vietnam – “Culture and international relations: A soft power of inclusive growth and prosperity?”
  • Philipp R\u00f6sler (ONLINE), Honorary Consul of Vietnam to Switzerland, Former Vice-Chancellor of Germany, Chairman of VinaCapital Ventures™ Advisory Board, Switzerland – “Thriving in a turbulent geopolitical era: possible?”
12:00 – 14:00
Thematic Dialogs
14:00 – 15:30
Tea Break
15:30 – 16:00
Thematic Dialogs
16:00 – 17:00
Plenary Session II: Shaping Inclusive Prosperity
18:00 – 22:00
Summit VIP Gala Dinner: Networking and prestigious cultural showcase
Time Session
08:30 – 09:00
Registration 2
09:00 – 10:00
Warm-up & Networking
10:00 – 10:30
Opening Ceremony
10:30 – 12:00
Plenary Session I: Thriving Together

Moderator:

  • Ngoc Anh Tran, Professor of Public Policy, Paul H. O'Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs, Indiana University, United States

Panelists:

  • Hamilton Mann, Group Vice President Digital, Thales, France – “Can the digital age ensure the prosperity of nations?”
  • Sanh Chau Pham, CEO VinFast India – Bangladesh & Secretary General, UNESCO National Committee of Vietnam – “Culture and international relations: A soft power of inclusive growth and prosperity?”
  • Philipp R\u00f6sler (ONLINE), Honorary Consul of Vietnam to Switzerland, Former Vice-Chancellor of Germany, Chairman of VinaCapital Ventures™ Advisory Board, Switzerland – “Thriving in a turbulent geopolitical era: possible?”
10:30 – 12:00
Gourmet Luncheon

Moderator:

  • Ngoc Anh Tran, Professor of Public Policy, Paul H. O'Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs, Indiana University, United States

Panelists:

  • Hamilton Mann, Group Vice President Digital, Thales, France – “Can the digital age ensure the prosperity of nations?”
  • Sanh Chau Pham, CEO VinFast India – Bangladesh & Secretary General, UNESCO National Committee of Vietnam – “Culture and international relations: A soft power of inclusive growth and prosperity?”
  • Philipp R\u00f6sler (ONLINE), Honorary Consul of Vietnam to Switzerland, Former Vice-Chancellor of Germany, Chairman of VinaCapital Ventures™ Advisory Board, Switzerland – “Thriving in a turbulent geopolitical era: possible?”
12:00 – 14:00
Thematic Dialogs
14:00 – 15:30
Tea Break
15:30 – 16:00
Thematic Dialogs
16:00 – 17:00
Plenary Session II: Shaping Inclusive Prosperity
18:00 – 22:00
Summit VIP Gala Dinner: Networking and prestigious cultural showcase

OUR DELEGATIONS

With the central theme of "Vietnam Thriving In Change,” the 2-day VGLF 2026 will feature the top 100 influential individuals, including talented and successful Vietnamese experts and intellectuals from around the globe, as well as leading global figures such as prestigious award winners and influential business and thought leaders from various fields. Our goal is to promote positive collaboration, contribute to Vietnam's sustainable development, and showcase Vietnamese values on the global stage through a comprehensive program developed during the event.

OUR DELEGATIONS

With the central theme of "Vietnam Thriving In Change,” the 2-day VGLF 2026 will feature the top 100 influential individuals, including talented and successful Vietnamese experts and intellectuals from around the globe, as well as leading global figures such as prestigious award winners and influential business and thought leaders from various fields. Our goal is to promote positive collaboration, contribute to Vietnam's sustainable development, and showcase Vietnamese values on the global stage through a comprehensive program developed during the event.

OUR DELEGATIONS

With the central theme of "Vietnam Thriving In Change,” the 2-day VGLF 2026 will feature the top 100 influential individuals, including talented and successful Vietnamese experts and intellectuals from around the globe, as well as leading global figures such as prestigious award winners and influential business and thought leaders from various fields. Our goal is to promote positive collaboration, contribute to Vietnam's sustainable development, and showcase Vietnamese values on the global stage through a comprehensive program developed during the event.

OUR DELEGATIONS

With the central theme of "Vietnam Thriving In Change,” the 2-day VGLF 2026 will feature the top 100 influential individuals, including talented and successful Vietnamese experts and intellectuals from around the globe, as well as leading global figures such as prestigious award winners and influential business and thought leaders from various fields. Our goal is to promote positive collaboration, contribute to Vietnam's sustainable development, and showcase Vietnamese values on the global stage through a comprehensive program developed during the event.