HANOI – Facing highly uncertain global economic dynamics, the Ho Chi Minh City branch of Cathay United Bank (CUBHCM), in collaboration with Indovina Bank Ltd. (IVB), hosted a seminar titled "CONNECT 2026: Unlocking Growth Through Resilience" in Hanoi, Vietnam. This strategic forum brought together more than 80 corporate leaders, Chief Financial Officers (CFOs), and treasury practitioners to formulate financial risk mitigation measures and capture new growth opportunities.
Cathay United Bank management emphasized that business resilience now goes beyond traditional risk management. The concept has transformed into a defining pillar of long-term competitiveness and a driving force for sustainable growth. Through a solid regional network in Asia, the bank is committed to providing comprehensive financial solutions to help businesses optimize liquidity and expand cross-border operations.
In line with this vision, the collaboration between CUB and IVB focused on equipping businesses in Vietnam with the latest market insights and applicable financial strategies. The ability to adapt quickly and manage capital efficiently is considered a key factor in facing external pressures such as exchange rate fluctuations and global interest rate policies.
During the discussion session, financial experts highlighted macroeconomic challenges triggered by high inflation and geopolitical tensions. To address these, corporations were encouraged to utilize modern financial instruments such as foreign exchange hedging, structured products, and integrated cross-border financing to maintain cash flow stability.
On the other hand, Vietnam's economic outlook is projected to remain promising in the medium to long term, supported by strong inflows of foreign direct investment (FDI) and massive government infrastructure development. Nonetheless, local businesses are advised to improve operational efficiency to minimize the impact of global market volatility.
In addition to financial strategies, the adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology was also highlighted as a solution to support efficiency. Through targeted AI applications in crucial sectors such as predictive maintenance and business process automation, companies are expected to achieve sustainable digital transformation and make more accurate data-driven decisions.
