Multiple international economic activities taking place in Ho Chi Minh City in April.

At a press briefing on the economic and social situation on the afternoon of April 9, Truong Viet Cuong, representative of the Vietnam International Finance Center (VIFC) in Ho Chi Minh City (VIFC-HCMC), said the city is set to host multiple international-scale economic and investment activities in April.

Investor connection conference on April 9

Early on April 9, VIFC-HCMC, in cooperation with IDG Ventures Vietnam, organized a conference to connect international investors. The event attracted investors from Switzerland, Hong Kong (China), Singapore, and Korea.

According to VIFC-HCMC, the conference is designed to connect international investors directly with Ho Chi Minh City’s financial-technology ecosystem, while also introducing the investment environment, capital allocation, and the role of VIFC-HCMC as a conduit for global capital. It also aims to promote cooperation, co-investment, and project implementation following the event, supporting the city’s position as a regional financial hub.

Australia–Vietnam fintech and RegTech exchange on April 14

On April 14, the Australia–Vietnam 2026 Fintech and RegTech (Compliance Technology) exchange event will be held at 8 Nguyen Hue Street (Saigon Ward). The event is organized by the Australian Consulate-General in Ho Chi Minh City and the operating arm of VIFC-HCMC.

Participants include representatives from the Australian government, Vietnamese banks, Australian fintech/Regtech companies, and investors. The event aims to strengthen Vietnam–Australia cooperation in financial technology, supervision, and compliance through the participation of the International Finance Center; connect fast-growing Australian tech companies with Vietnamese banks and financial institutions; and promote structured trade and pilot opportunities.

Fintech hub launch with London Stock Exchange and HD Bank

On the same day, VIFC-HCMC, the London Stock Exchange, and HD Bank will launch a fintech hub. The initiative will introduce the ecosystem, sandbox policies, and investment opportunities in digital finance.

Expected impact and policy focus

VIFC-HCMC said these activities are expected to attract international capital by showcasing the investment environment, policy mechanisms, and collaboration opportunities in fintech. They are also expected to strengthen public-private sector connections with global investors.

The sequence of investment promotion and international cooperation activities in April reflects the authorities’ commitment to implementation under the 2026 plan, particularly in investment promotion, international cooperation, and building a financial-technology ecosystem, a representative of VIFC-HCMC said.