Webinar: EFTA–Vietnam Free Trade Agreement – Unlocking New Opportunities for Swiss Business

​About this event

​After over a decade of negotiations, the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between EFTA and Vietnam marks a significant milestone for Swiss businesses. This webinar, co-organized by the Swiss-Asian Chamber of Commerce (SACC), Switzerland Global Enterprise (S-GE), and the State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO), offers an exclusive deep dive into what this agreement means for your daily operations.

​As companies look to diversify their supply chains in Southeast Asia, Vietnam stands out as one of the region's most dynamic and promising markets. This session moves beyond headlines to provide practical, actionable insights on how to leverage the new regulatory framework.

​Key Topics:

• ​Market Access & Tariffs: How to benefit from the reduction of industrial tariffs.

• ​Operational Compliance: Navigating new customs procedures and IP protections.

• ​Strategic Positioning: From "China-only" to "China+Strategy"—Vietnam's role in your 2026/2027 footprint.

• ​Expert Panel: Insights from SECO representatives, industry experts, and Swiss companies already operating successfully on the ground.

​Agenda:

• ​09:00 – 09:10: Welcome Remarks (SACC & S-GE)

• ​09:10 – 09:30: The EFTA–Vietnam FTA: Mechanics & Timelines (SECO)

• ​09:30 – 09:50: Panel Discussion: Practical Experiences from the Field

• ​09:50 – 10:00: Interactive Q&A

​Speakers:

• ​Representatives from SECO (tbc)

• ​Industry Experts (Economiesuisse, Swisstextiles, SIHK)

• ​Corporate Case Studies (Angst + Pfister, Jakob AG)

​REGISTRATION DIRECTLY ON:
https://www.s-ge.com/export/en/events/webinar/efta-vietnam-free-trade-agreement-practical-implications-swiss-companies