The second Vietnam Australia Forum was co-organised on 28 August by the Australian Embassy in Hanoi and the Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics with the theme of “Enhancing Economic Engagement, A shared Vision for Prosperity”. This is a meaningful event after our two countries elevated our relationship to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
   
The Forum was opened by Professor, Dr Nguyen Xuan Thang, Politburo member, President of the Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics and Senator the Hon Sue Lines, President of the Australian Senate. Over 600 Vietnamese and Australian government officials, industry experts, and thought leaders attended the Forum.
“From being the first partners to becoming companions and two close friends, Vietnam and Australia have been writing a “new story” which is remarkable, profound, and a typical example of a friendship that has grown out of sincerity, trust, goodwill, knowledge and mutual respect as well as a shared vision and confidence of a stable, peaceful and prosperous region,” said Professor, Dr Nguyen Xuan Thang, President of Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics.
 Professor, Dr Nguyen Xuan Thang, President of Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics, delivers opening remarks.
The Hon Sue Lines, President of the Australian Senate shared her experience of governance and inclusive leadership in Australia. She noted “The future of our two countries is intertwined. The pace of change is intense – responding to climate change, navigating a fast-evolving global economy, and harnessing digital transformation and emerging technologies such as AI. Australia is proud that, through the Vietnam Australia Centre, we are supporting each other.”
The Hon Sue Lines, President of the Australian Senate, delivers opening remarks.
The Forum was attended by over 600 delegates.
Panel discussion with Vietnamese and Australian experts.
The Vietnam Australia Forum is an activity of the Vietnam Australia Centre, a joint initiative of the Australian and Vietnamese Governments.
