Event report
HCMC | Throwback | Back-to-Business Seminar & Cocktail de Rentrée 2026
Back to business in HCMC! A look back at our 2026 Back-to-Business Seminar & Cocktail de Rentrée, bringing our business community together.
HCMC | Throwback | Back-to-Business Seminar & Cocktail de Rentrée 2026
On 18 September 2026, CCI France Vietnam – CCIFV officially kicked off the new business season in Ho Chi Minh City with an afternoon dedicated to exchanges, networking and community building.
The day began with a Back-to-Business Seminar, bringing together more than 30 participants for three insightful sessions focused on the latest economic developments and the challenges facing businesses operating and developing in Vietnam. Rossana Luu (CCIFV), Anthony Schoenauer (Equance) and Christophe Cougnaud (Forvis Mazars, CCIFV Vice-President) shared their expertise and perspectives with participants.
The evening continued with the Cocktail de Rentrée, hosted at the Caravelle Saigon, bringing together more than 450 professionals from the French, Vietnamese and international business communities.
Three speeches opened the evening. Eric Gratton, CCIFV Vice-Chairman and representative of Artelia Vietnam, highlighted the Chamber’s role and commitment to supporting the business community. Etienne Ranaivoson, Consul General of France in Ho Chi Minh City, shared his perspective on the relationship between France and Vietnam and its importance for businesses and communities in both countries. Finally, Thomas Nguyen, newly appointed Director of Saigon Accueil, introduced the association and its mission in supporting the French community in Ho Chi Minh City.
Beyond the speeches, the Cocktail de Rentrée provided an opportunity to reconnect, build new relationships and strengthen professional connections after the summer break. The evening continued in a warm and convivial atmosphere, with performances by Thuc Doan, Stephan & Band and DJ Sinyoung. The traditional lucky draw, hosted by our MC Micka Chu, also kept the energy high throughout the evening.
The event reflected the CCIFV’s mission to bring business communities together, facilitate meaningful connections and create opportunities for collaboration between French, Vietnamese and international companies.
CCIFV would like to warmly thank all participants, speakers, members, partners and sponsors who contributed to the success of this new business season, as well as the 33 sponsors who supported the event.
Our Sponsors
Diamond Sponsor
SAGEN GROUPE
Gold Sponsors
Phoenix Voyages Group • Air France • Mirae Asset Global Investments
Silver Sponsors
LY GIA VIEN • HSBC • La Petite Ecole Ho Chi Minh City • GreenYellow Asia • Equance • Caravelle Saigon
In-Kind Sponsors
Le Fruit Farm Fresh • Annam Group • Paysan Breton (Laïta) • Mon Cannele • La Boulangerie Française HCMC • Marou – Faiseurs de Chocolat • Giffard Liqueurs & Sirops • Carlsberg Group (1664 Blanc Vietnam) • ANDROS Vietnam • Minthacare • Mercantile Fine Drinks Vietnam • Central Retail in Vietnam • mansion seoin | financier & madeleine
📸 Relive the event in pictures:Discover the event photos
CCIFV would like to thank everyone who helped make this new business season a memorable opportunity for connection and exchange. We look forward to welcoming our community at our upcoming events.
