Promoting Bilateral Digital Trade and Cooperation
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On April 22, 2025, the Vietnam Trade Office Branch in Osaka, under the Consulate General of Vietnam, successfully organized a Forum on the Development of Vietnam’s E-Commerce Sector.
The event welcomed representatives from Japan’s business associations, digital trade companies, and Vietnam’s Ministry of Industry and Trade, including:
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Mr. Do Quoc Hung, Deputy Director General, Department of Asia–Africa Markets,
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Representatives from the Vietnam E-Commerce and Digital Economy Agency,
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The Vietnam–Japan Economic Cooperation Promotion Association (VJCEP),
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The Vietnam–Japan Digital Transformation Business Association, and several Japanese enterprises interested in Vietnam’s growing digital market.
Key Topics Discussed at the Forum
The event provided valuable insights and discussions focused on:
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Updates on the current status and opportunities for Vietnam’s cross-border e-commerce development;
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Proposals for OEM cooperation projects between Vietnamese and Japanese enterprises;
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Business expansion through e-commerce platforms;
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The role and initiatives of VJCEP in promoting bilateral trade connections;
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Open dialogue and Q&A sessions between participating companies and experts.
Vietnam–Japan Cross-Border E-Commerce: Opportunities Ahead
In the context of rapid global digital transformation, cross-border e-commerce presents unprecedented opportunities for Vietnamese businesses to reach international consumers — particularly in Japan, one of Vietnam’s leading trade and technology partners.
Japan not only serves as a major consumer market, but also as a source of advanced technology, expertise, and successful digital business models.
Through forums like this, both countries’ businesses have the chance to:
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Engage directly and explore partnership opportunities,
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Exchange insights and needs for cooperation,
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Develop collaborative models such as OEM production, e-commerce distribution, and cross-border logistics partnerships.
Strengthening Trust and Digital Collaboration
The forum was more than just a networking opportunity — it served as a bridge for policy updates, market trends, and business cooperation.
With support from trade promotion agencies, associations, and the Consulate General of Vietnam in Osaka, Vietnamese and Japanese enterprises are well-positioned to elevate cooperation in trade, technology, and digital transformation to new heights.