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03-06-2026
VOBF 2026 Gathers Thousands of Delegates to Discuss Agentic Commerce Trends and the Future of Vietnam's E-commerce
The Vietnam E-commerce Association (VECOM) successfully organized the Vietnam Online Business Forum 2026 (VOBF 2026) in Hanoi on May 27, 2026, and in Ho Chi Minh City on May 29, 2026, under the theme ''Agentic Commerce – Exponential Growth''. The Forum in Hanoi The Forum in Ho Chi Minh City Held under the direction of the Ministry of Industry and Trade, the forum attracted thousands of delegates, including representatives from government management agencies, organizations, technology companies, e-commerce platforms, domestic and international experts, as well as the business community interested in e-commerce, digital transformation, and artificial intelligence. The Vietnam Online Business Forum is an annual...
13-04-2026
E-commerce Conference: Driving Export Growth
Cross-border e-commerce is experiencing rapid growth, establishing itself as a vital pillar of global trade. On April 7, 2026, the Vietnam E-commerce Association (VECOM), in collaboration with Access Partnership, hosted the international conference "E-commerce: Driving Export Growth – Current Status and Solutions." The event aimed to present updated data on Vietnam's online export scale while facilitating discussions on opportunities, challenges, policies, and strategic solutions to further promote online exports, particularly for key sectors such as furniture and fashion. The conference brought together leaders from government regulatory bodies, domestic and international organizations, and enterprises across the fields of e-commerce, the digital economy,...
02-04-2026
E-commerce Conference Promoting Export
Cross-border e-commerce is experiencing rapid growth and has become a key pillar of global trade. On April 7, 2026, the Vietnam E-commerce Association, in collaboration with Access Partnership, will organize the international workshop entitled “E-commerce Promoting Export Activities.” The event aims to provide updated insights into the scale of Vietnam’s online exports, while also discussing opportunities, challenges, policies, and solutions to foster online export growth, particularly in sectors where Vietnam holds competitive advantages. E-commerce in Vietnam experienced strong growth during the 2016–2020 period and expanded rapidly amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Many enterprises and merchants have adopted digital tools to seek export...
04-03-2026
OBITUARY NOTICE: Mr. NGUYỄN NGỌC DŨNG – Former Chairman of the Vietnam E-Commerce Association (VECOM) – Has Passed Away
The Vietnam E-Commerce Association (VECOM) solemnly announces with profound sorrow: Mr. NGUYỄN NGỌC DŨNG – Former Chairman of the Vietnam E-Commerce Association (VECOM) – passed away at 13:00 today, March 3, 2026 (the 15th day of the first lunar month, Year of Bính Ngọ). Mr. Nguyễn Ngọc Dũng served as Chairman of VECOM for the fourth term (2021–2025) and was relieved of this position on January 16, 2026. Prior to becoming Chairman, he held the position of Vice Chairman and Head of the VECOM Representative Office in Ho Chi Minh City. He also undertook numerous other roles, including Lecturer, E-commerce Advisor, Consultant, and...
27-02-2026
The Ministry of Industry and Trade Seeks Public Comments on the Draft Dossier for the Decree Detailing the Implementation of Selected Provisions of the Law on E-Commerce
On February 25, 2026, the Ministry of Industry and Trade issued Official Letter No. 1148/BCT-TMĐT regarding the solicitation of comments on the Draft Dossier for the Decree detailing the implementation of selected provisions of the Law on E-Commerce. This is an important document expected to have significant and far-reaching impacts on e-commerce business activities in the coming period. Pursuant to the direction of the Prime Minister under Decision No. 2835/QĐ-TTg dated January 31, 2025, promulgating the List and assigning drafting agencies for documents detailing the implementation of laws and resolutions adopted by the 15th National Assembly at its 10th Session, the...
27-02-2026
E-Commerce Training Report 2025: 58 Universities Offering E-Commerce Programs, Enrolling Over 9,000 Students
VECOM has officially released the Vietnam E-Commerce Training Report 2025 under the theme: “Human Resources for Sustainable E-Commerce.” The report provides the most comprehensive and up-to-date overview of the current state of e-commerce education at higher education institutions nationwide, as Vietnam’s e-commerce sector enters a phase of rapid and sustainable development. 58 Universities Offering E-Commerce Programs According to the nationwide 2025 survey conducted by Hiệp hội Thương mại điện tử Việt Nam (VECOM): 58 universities offer undergraduate programs in E-Commerce (Code: 7340122). 16 universities offer undergraduate programs in Digital Economy (Code: 7310109). 111 universities provide E-Commerce-related courses as part of their curriculum. Compared to 2022, the number...
24-02-2026
Work plan for 2026
The 6th Executive Committee Meeting of VECOM – Term IV took place on January 16, 2026, in Da Nang. This annual event was organized in a formal and meaningful manner, with the participation of Executive Committee Members of Term IV, the High-Level Advisory Council on E-commerce, the Network of E-commerce Training Institutions, as well as a number of VECOM members and long-standing partners. At the Meeting, VECOM reviewed and evaluated the achievements accomplished in 2025 and approved the Work Plan for 2026. The Plan was developed based on the Action Orientation adopted at the 4th National Congress of the Vietnam E-commerce...
05-01-2026
Final Gala of the Digital Business Student Competition 2025
On the afternoon of December 19, 2025, the Digital Business Student Competition 2025, organized by the Vietnam E-commerce Association (VECOM) and the Network of E-commerce Education Institutions (VecomNet), officially reached its final round. The Grand Finale Gala, held at the National Economics University, attracted strong interest from numerous government agencies, organizations, e-commerce enterprises, higher education institutions, and a large number of students from across the country. With the objectives of fostering a collaborative environment among organizations, educational institutions, and businesses to share knowledge, skills, and training experience; developing and improving high-quality training programs closely aligned with the practical needs of the...
05-01-2026
Alibaba 1688 and the Vietnam E-commerce Association (VECOM) Sign a Cooperation Agreement
Together Promoting the Development of Cross-Border B2B E-commerce Supply Chains On November 26, Alibaba 1688 (1688.COM PTE. LTD.) and the Vietnam E-commerce Association (VECOM) officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding in Singapore, establishing a strategic partnership to build and develop cross-border B2B e-commerce supply chains serving the Vietnamese market. Against the backdrop of Vietnam’s rapidly growing e-commerce sector and increasing demand from both businesses and consumers, the two parties committed to cooperation across several key areas, including learning from China’s e-commerce development experience, expanding bilateral e-commerce markets, building digitalized supply chains, applying artificial intelligence (AI) and smart solutions, as well as...
30-12-2025
VOIEF 2025: Cross-Border E-commerce Development & Vietnam’s Online Export Growth
On December 18, 2025, in Hanoi, the Vietnam Online Import–Export Forum 2025 (VOIEF 2025), jointly organized by the Vietnam E-commerce Association (VECOM), the Department of E-commerce and Digital Economy under the Ministry of Industry and Trade, and the VITV Business & Finance Television Channel, was successfully held, attracting the participation of more than 300 delegates representing regulatory authorities, experts, and the business community. VOIEF 2025 continued to affirm its role as a specialized forum that connects policy, practice, and solutions, aiming to promote cross-border e-commerce and position e-commerce as a new growth driver for Vietnam’s exports in the coming period. VOIEF 2025...
17-11-2025
E-commerce helps Vinh Long’s agricultural products reach wider markets
To mark National Digital Transformation Day on October 10, 2025, the Department of Industry and Trade of Vinh Long Province and the Vietnam E-commerce Association, in cooperation with several agencies, units, and enterprises, organized the seminar “E-commerce – Promoting Investment and Supporting Local Businesses.” Attending the event were Mr. Nguyễn Trúc Sơn – Member of the Provincial Party Standing Committee and Vice Chairman of the Provincial People’s Committee – along with representatives from provincial departments, local authorities, experts, and businesses. Source: Vinh Long Newspaper, Radio and Television Station
