Amid continued global economic uncertainties, driven by geopolitical developments, monetary policies, foreign exchange fluctuations, and shifts in global supply chains, resilience is increasingly becoming a key factor in businesses’ ability to sustain growth and strengthen competitiveness. Beyond flexible financial solutions, businesses also need timely access to market information, investment trends, and management expertise to proactively respond to changes in the business environment.

With the aim of supporting the business community on its journey toward sustainable growth, Indovina Bank Ltd. (IVB), in collaboration with Cathay United Bank – Ho Chi Minh City Branch (CUBHCM), successfully hosted the Hanoi Connect 2026 under the theme “Unlocking Growth Through Resilience - Mastering FX, Policy, and Risk Strategy”.

The event brought together the Board of Management of both banks, along with a large number of Vietnamese and Taiwanese corporate clients, creating a platform for networking, knowledge sharing, and updates on the latest economic and financial trends. The forum also represented one of IVB’s notable initiatives to continuously enhance the value of its partnership with clients by connecting knowledge, experts, and financial solutions tailored to businesses’ development needs.

Designed with in-depth and highly practical content, the Hanoi Connect 2026 focused on topics of significant interest to the business community. The sharing sessions provided an overview of the global economic outlook, the impact of fiscal and monetary policies in major economies, as well as trends in investment capital flows across the region.

Alongside updates on the economic landscape, the forum delved into foreign exchange risk management, treasury strategies, and capital optimization - factors that are playing an increasingly important role in businesses’ production and operations, particularly amid volatility in financial and foreign exchange markets.

Another key topic of the forum was the application of artificial intelligence (AI) and digital transformation in corporate management. Experts shared practical perspectives on leveraging technology to enhance operational efficiency, optimize management processes, strengthen data analytics capabilities, and support businesses in improving their competitiveness in a new phase of development.

The program also dedicated substantial time to discussing investment and business expansion opportunities across regional markets, as well as emerging cross-border cooperation trends that offer significant potential for Vietnamese and Taiwanese businesses. These discussions not only provided businesses with updated market insights but also helped expand their networks and lay the groundwork for future cooperation opportunities.

The forum was joined by experts from Cathay United Bank, Cathay Asset Management, SSI Securities, and TPISoftware, who shared in-depth analyses of macroeconomic developments, financial markets, investment strategies, risk management, and technology trends. The diverse expertise of the speakers contributed to a multidimensional platform for discussion, providing businesses with additional insights to formulate appropriate development strategies amid a rapidly changing business environment.

Through the organization of Connect 2026, IVB continues to affirm its commitment to being more than a provider of financial products and services, but also a trusted partner supporting businesses through knowledge sharing, resource connectivity, and sustainable development solutions. The Bank’s continued organization of specialized forums also reflects IVB’s efforts to build an ecosystem connecting the banking sector, experts, and the business community, thereby creating greater value through collaboration and contributing to clients’ sustainable development.

As a joint-venture bank with a strong international foundation, IVB places a strong emphasis on leveraging its connectivity between Vietnamese businesses and international partners, while continuously enhancing service quality and expanding financial solutions to meet the increasingly diverse needs of its clients. Through networking initiatives such as Connect 2026, IVB continues to strengthen its role as a trusted bridge connecting the business community, contributing to a more effective environment for cooperation, helping businesses build resilience in response to market changes, and working alongside clients toward sustainable growth in the future.