France-Vietnam Forward 2026

France-Vietnam Forward 2026 brings two major France-Vietnam initiatives together for a full day focused on business, innovation, careers and education in Ho Chi Minh City. Led by the French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Vietnam (CCIFV), the event is co-organized with La French Tech Vietnam and Team France Export, including the Embassy of France in Vietnam, Business France and the Conseillers du Commerce Extérieur de la France (CCE). It will also mark the closing of the France-Vietnam Innovation Year. The French Tech Summit will feature keynote speeches, high-level roundtables, a startup showcase and exhibition area, plus thematic zones covering Industry, Transportation, HealthTech, Construction and FinTech. The program also includes the ZEBOX Startup Competition with challenge partners FPT and CMA CGM. Alongside it, the Job & Education Fair will connect Vietnamese candidates with French and international companies, universities and higher education institutions. Attendees can meet recruiters, explore jobs and internships, submit CVs and learn about international study programs. 📅 Thursday, October 15, 2026 🕘 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM 📍 Caravelle Hotel, Ho Chi Minh City The event is designed for business leaders, innovators, entrepreneurs, investors, students, job seekers and other professionals interested in France-Vietnam business and innovation.