Australia - Vietnam Trade & Investment Promotion

08/09/2026

⚓ FROM SOURCING TO LOGISTICS: A COMPREHENSIVE VIEW OF VIETNAM’S EXPORT CAPABILITIES

As part of the Vietnam International Sourcing 2026 program, the international business delegation visited Long An International Port, one of Vietnam’s major privately operated ports.

The visit provided delegates with valuable, first-hand insights into Vietnam’s port infrastructure, freight operations and supply chains supporting international trade. These are important considerations for Australian businesses seeking reliable suppliers, manufacturing partners and investment opportunities in Vietnam.

Beyond connecting with suppliers at the sourcing expo, the program offered businesses a broader understanding of how goods move from production to international markets—from manufacturing capabilities and business matching to logistics infrastructure and export transportation.

Through practical site visits such as this, AVTIP aims to provide Australian businesses with a more comprehensive understanding of Vietnam’s export capabilities and its increasingly important role in regional and global supply chains.

07/09/2026

🇦🇺🤝🇻🇳 AUSTRALIAN BUSINESS DELEGATION STRENGTHENS TRADE CONNECTIONS IN TAY NINH

As part of the Australia–Vietnam Business & Sourcing Delegation 2026 attending Viet Nam International Sourcing 2026, the Australian business delegation organised and connected by AVTIP travelled to Tay Ninh on 5 September to participate in the Tay Ninh E-Commerce and Export-Import Supply Chain Networking Forum 2026.

The Tay Ninh visit formed part of the official Viet Nam International Sourcing 2026 program, designed to connect international businesses and distribution groups directly with Vietnamese enterprises and local markets.

A key highlight of the visit was the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Liverpool Chamber of Commerce & Industry Inc. and the Tay Ninh business association. Mr Michael Azzi, President of Liverpool Chamber of Commerce, represented the Australian side in the signing, establishing a platform for stronger business-to-business and institutional connections between Tay Ninh and Western Sydney.

The MOU reflects an important objective of AVTIP’s business missions: going beyond exhibitions and networking to build practical, long-term relationships between business associations, local governments and enterprises in Australia and Vietnam.

During the visit, Australian delegates also gained greater insight into Tay Ninh’s production capabilities, export potential, supply chains and business environment, while exploring opportunities in trade, sourcing, investment and market access.

From B2B meetings at Viet Nam International Sourcing 2026 to direct engagement with businesses in regional Vietnam, AVTIP continues to work towards a long-term goal:
Turning introductions into partnerships — and partnerships into real business opportunities between Australia and Vietnam.

05/09/2026

🇦🇺🤝🇻🇳 AVTIP & VIETNAM YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS ASSOCIATION SIGN MOU TO STRENGTHEN AUSTRALIA–VIETNAM BUSINESS CONNECTIONS

On 4 September 2026 in Ho Chi Minh City, Australia – Vietnam Trade & Investment Promotion (AVTIP) and Hội Doanh nhân trẻ Việt Nam - VYEA the Vietnam Young Entrepreneurs Association (VYEA) officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) aimed at strengthening business connections and expanding trade, investment and broader economic cooperation between Australia and Vietnam.

The signing ceremony was attended by leaders of Australian business associations and companies visiting Vietnam to explore partnerships and business opportunities, together with members of the Vietnam Young Entrepreneurs Association.

Through the MOU, AVTIP and VYEA will work together to:
1. Connect Vietnamese businesses with partners and opportunities in the Australian market;
2. Support Australian businesses in identifying partners, sourcing opportunities and investment opportunities in Vietnam;
3. Organise business delegations, business matching programs, and trade and investment promotion activities between the two countries;
4. Strengthen information exchange and develop practical cooperation programs that deliver value to the business communities of both countries.

This MOU also marks the next step in the relationship between AVTIP and VYEA, following the Vietnam Young Entrepreneurs Association’s business delegation to Sydney in May 2026, which was supported and connected by AVTIP.
AVTIP looks forward to building on this foundation and turning existing relationships and connections into tangible business, trade and investment opportunities, bringing the Australian and Vietnamese business communities even closer together.
The program was also featured by Vietnam Young Entrepreneurs Magazine in the article “Vietnamese Businesses Seek Pathways to Conquer the Australian Market.”
Read the article on Vietnam Young Entrepreneurs Magazine⁠

02/09/2026

ITE HCMC – Where Global Tourism Connects in Vietnam

One of the highlights of ITE HCMC is the strong international presence of tourism authorities, destinations and travel businesses from across the region and beyond.
From Malaysia, Japan, Laos, Cambodia and Taiwan to many other international markets, each pavilion showcases its unique destinations, culture, tourism products and visitor experiences.
Beyond destination promotion, ITE HCMC serves as an important B2B platform connecting tourism boards, DMCs, airlines, hotels, tour operators and international buyers to explore partnerships and develop new tourism products.
For Vietnam, this growing international participation also reinforces Ho Chi Minh City’s position as an important tourism gateway and regional hub in Southeast Asia.
🇦🇺 From an Australia–Vietnam perspective, AVTIP sees significant opportunities to further connect Vietnamese tourism businesses and destinations with the Australian market, particularly across leisure travel, MICE, aviation, hospitality and multi-destination tourism.
Looking ahead, we believe there is strong potential to position Vietnam not only as a destination for Australian travellers, but also as a gateway to wider Southeast Asia and Asia, while attracting more regional visitors into Vietnam.
ITE HCMC is therefore much more than a travel expo. It is a place where destinations meet, businesses connect, and new tourism opportunities begin.

01/09/2026

DISCOVERING SUN GROUP’S INTEGRATED TOURISM ECOSYSTEM IN VIETNAM 🇻🇳✈️🌏

During a recent international buyers’ visit to Sun World Ba Den Mountain, AVTIP had the opportunity to experience first-hand how Vietnam is developing a new generation of integrated tourism destinations.
Hosted by the leadership of Sun Group, the Connecting at New Heights – International Buyers’ Night 2026 brought together tourism buyers and partners from international markets.

What makes the Sun Group model particularly interesting is the development of a tourism ecosystem that goes beyond a single hotel, attraction or destination.

It brings together aviation, hospitality, resorts, entertainment, cultural experiences and destination development into a more integrated visitor journey.

The introduction of Sun PhuQuoc Airways adds another important dimension to this ecosystem. Greater aviation connectivity can help connect international travellers with Vietnam's emerging destinations while supporting hotels, resorts, attractions and local tourism economies.
Sun World Ba Den Mountain provides a strong example.

The destination combines spectacular cable-car experiences, mountain landscapes, major cultural and spiritual attractions, architecture and entertainment — creating a tourism product capable of appealing to both domestic and increasingly international visitors.
Importantly for AVTIP, Australia was highlighted among the emerging international markets for Ba Den Mountain.

This represents an opportunity not only to promote individual destinations, but also to develop stronger connections between Vietnamese tourism operators and the Australian travel industry

AVTIP looks forward to supporting these connections through engagement with Australian tour operators, travel agencies, MICE organisers, business networks and tourism partners, helping bring more Vietnamese tourism products to the Australian market.

30/08/2026

ITE HCMC – Where Vietnam’s Tourism Ecosystem Comes Together 🇻🇳🌏

One of the highlights of ITE HCMC is the impressive diversity of businesses represented across the tourism and hospitality industry.
ITE is much more than a gathering of tour operators and DMCs. The exhibition brings together leading companies across hotels & resorts, luxury travel, golf, entertainment, MICE, transportation, healthcare for international travellers, and other tourism-related services.

During my visit, I had the opportunity to explore products and connect with businesses including Vinpearl, Saigontourist Group, Alma Resort, Family Medical Practice, and many other tourism service providers.
What particularly interests me is how we can bring more of these Vietnamese tourism products and experiences to the Australian market.
Australian travellers are increasingly looking beyond traditional sightseeing tours. Vietnam has strong potential to develop higher-value segments such as luxury resorts, golf tourism, MICE & corporate travel, family holidays, wellness and healthcare tourism, as well as multi-destination experiences combining different regions of Vietnam.

For AVTIP, ITE provides an important platform to expand our network of Vietnamese DMCs, hotels & resorts, tourism attractions and service providers, and to connect them with travel agents, businesses, associations and potential partners in Australia.

🇦🇺🤝🇻🇳 From building business connections to developing the right tourism products and taking them to market — this is where we see the long-term value of ITE in strengthening tourism between Australia and Vietnam.
🌏 Next post: Beyond Vietnam — exploring the international destinations and exhibitors represented at ITE HCMC.

29/08/2026

🇻🇳 ITE HCMC – Showcasing Vietnam’s Diverse Destinations to the World
One of the most impressive aspects of attending the International Travel Expo Ho Chi Minh City (ITE HCMC) is seeing the diversity of Vietnam’s tourism ecosystem brought together under one roof.
ITE HCMC is not only a meeting place for tour operators, DMCs, hotels, resorts, airlines and tourism service providers. It also provides an important platform for Vietnamese provinces, cities and tourism authorities to directly showcase their destinations, tourism products and unique regional identities.
Walking through the exhibition, we can experience the remarkable diversity of Vietnam through impressive destination showcases from Ho Chi Minh City, Quang Ninh, Ninh Binh, Hai Phong, D**g Thap and many other provinces and cities across the country.
Each pavilion represents much more than tourism information. It offers a glimpse into the culture, heritage, cuisine, natural attractions, accommodation and unique experiences that make each region of Vietnam distinctive.
Alongside the exhibition are business matching sessions, industry forums, seminars and networking activities, bringing together government agencies, tourism authorities and businesses to exchange ideas, explore new trends and develop future partnerships.
🇦🇺🤝🇻🇳 From an Australian market perspective, ITE HCMC provides an excellent opportunity for us to discover new Vietnamese destinations and tourism products that can be introduced to Australian tour operators, businesses, associations and travellers.
Vietnam should not be seen as simply one destination.
Vietnam is many destinations and many experiences – all within one remarkable journey.
Through AVTIP, we look forward to continuing to connect Vietnamese destinations and tourism businesses with the Australian market, particularly across leisure travel, MICE, corporate and incentive travel, while creating more opportunities for Australian travellers, businesses and organisations to experience Vietnam firsthand.

24/08/2026

🇦🇺✈️🇻🇳 our sincere thanks to VietJet Air for sponsoring my return flights and Ho Chi Minh City Tourism for invitation to attend ITE

Following our collaboration in organising the Ho Chi Minh City Tourism Roadshow in Sydney on 10 August, together with the celebration of 35 years of Vietnam Airlines connecting Australia and Vietnam, we are delighted to accept the invitation from the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Tourism to attend ITE one of the biggest tourism event in Vietnam from 26–29 August.

This continues my broader commitment to strengthening tourism, trade, investment and business connections between Vietnam and Australia, particularly Western Sydney.

Some key milestones include:

- 2024: Connecting a Da Nang City leader delegation with Western Sydney International Airport
- November 2025: Facilitating the Military Business Association of Vietnam visit to Western Sydney International Airport and Bradfield Development Authority .
- May 2026: Connecting the Vietnam Young Entrepreneurs Association delegation with Powerhouse Museum in Parramatta.

I hope this visit will also provide another opportunity to strengthen Vietjet’s engagement with Australia, particularly Western Sydney, and support new aviation, tourism, trade and investment connections between our two countries.

See you at ITE HCMC 2026! 🇻🇳🤝🇦🇺

21/08/2026

A look back at the memorable highlights of a very special Australia–Vietnam event in Sydney.
This recap video captures some of the most significant moments from the celebration of 35 years of Vietnam Airlines connecting Australia and Vietnam, the Ho Chi Minh City Tourism Roadshow, as well as networking activities and cooperation agreements involving organisations, associations and businesses from both countries.
With the presence of General Secretary and President Tô Lâm, together with senior government representatives, tourism leaders and business communities from Australia and Vietnam, the event created new connections and opened further opportunities for meaningful bilateral cooperation.
AVTIP was proud to contribute to the organisation of the program, connect key stakeholders and support new partnerships between Australia and Vietnam.
🎥 Watch the recap and revisit some of the key moments from this remarkable event.

A look back at the memorable highlights of a very special Australia...

20/08/2026

🇦🇺 AUSTRALIAN BUYER REQUIREMENTS – CONNECTING WITH VIETNAMESE MANUFACTURERS

From 1–6 September 2026, Australia Vietnam Trade and Investment Promotion (AVTIP) will lead a delegation of Australian businesses to Ho Chi Minh City to attend Viet Nam Sourcing Expo 2026, meet potential partners, explore the Vietnamese market and visit suitable manufacturing facilities.

To help Vietnamese businesses identify relevant opportunities and prepare for potential engagement, AVTIP is launching a series of posts introducing the specific sourcing requirements of Australian businesses participating in the delegation.

The series will highlight:

🔹 Products currently being sourced
🔹 Required manufacturing capabilities and standards
🔹 Export and partnership requirements
🔹 Opportunities for business meetings and factory visits

Our first featured requirement is from an Australian business seeking a Vietnamese manufacturer of custom heavy-duty bubble wrap for protecting fragile goods, picture frames, glassware and other premium products.

Interested Vietnamese manufacturers are welcome to contact us for further information and an opportunity to connect with the Australian business.

📧 Email: [email protected]
🌐 Website: www.avtip.com.au

Follow AVTIP for upcoming posts featuring additional sourcing requirements from Australian businesses joining the delegation.