The Vietnam Global Leaders Forum 2026 (VGL Forum 2026) aims to do more than connect accomplished Vietnamese professionals around the world. It seeks to translate their ideas into concrete partnerships, investment projects and technology transfers that can contribute to Vietnam's future.

The plans were announced by AVSE Global at a hybrid press conference on November 11. Under the theme "Vietnam 2045: Gateway to the Future," the forum will take place in Paris, France, on December 11-12, 2026.

Bringing influential Vietnamese voices together worldwide

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From left: Dr. Dinh Thanh Huong, Executive Director of Knowledge and Projects at AVSE Global; Prof. Nguyen Duc Khuong, President of AVSE Global and a senior member of the University of Cambridge, UK; and Dr. Le Vo Phuong Nga, Project Director of the Vietnam Global Leaders Forum, at the November 11 press conference.

According to the organizers, the forum is expected to bring together 100 influential Vietnamese and people of Vietnamese descent selected from a wide range of fields, currently living and working in nearly 30 countries.

The guest list extends well beyond academics and scientists. It includes executives of major corporations, economists, investors, investment fund managers, prominent figures in culture, society and sports, and individuals involved in international policymaking.

Among those expected to attend are experts in artificial intelligence (AI) governance, medical specialists from Harvard University, scientists from Stanford University, world sports champions and figures who have held international diplomatic positions.

Their participation is expected to create a platform for diverse perspectives on economics, technology, culture and society, united by a common ambition to identify new development opportunities for Vietnam.

Speaking at the press conference, Prof. Nguyen Duc Khuong, President of AVSE Global and a senior member of the University of Cambridge in the United Kingdom, described 2026 as a particularly significant year in Vietnam's journey toward two historic milestones: 2030 and 2045.

"With these two journeys and milestones ahead, we see 2026 as a launchpad. We want to chart a confident and proactive path into the future, drawing not only on talent and resources within Vietnam but also on the strengths of Vietnamese communities around the world," Khuong said.

He emphasized that the advantages of Vietnamese professionals worldwide lie not only in their expertise and ability to adapt to global trends, but also in their attachment to their homeland, their roots and their spirit of innovation.

Turning global Vietnamese expertise into action

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A defining ambition of VGL Forum 2026 is to ensure that discussions lead to tangible outcomes rather than ending with an exchange of ideas.

Dr. Le Vo Phuong Nga, Project Director of the Vietnam Global Leaders Forum, stressed that its greatest strength lies in the extensive networks and resources connected to each participant.

"The greatest strength of VGL Forum is the power of collective impact. Every influential Vietnamese delegate represents not just an individual, but also an extensive network of partners, investment funds and international resources," Nga said.

She explained that immediately after the forum, AVSE Global would consolidate the discussions and initiatives into a strategic policy recommendation report to be submitted to the Vietnamese Government.

The organization also aims to translate the forum's outcomes into practical investment partnerships and technology transfer projects in Vietnam.

This approach reflects a broader ambition to move beyond intellectual networking toward mobilizing resources, and from development ideas toward programs capable of being implemented.

Dr. Dinh Thanh Huong, Executive Director of Knowledge and Projects at AVSE Global, said the forum would focus on fundamental questions shaping Vietnam's development through 2045.

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Discussions will examine shifts in the global order, Vietnam's position on the international stage and emerging opportunities for international cooperation.

Specialized sessions will explore infrastructure, architecture, science and technology, economic growth, prosperity and social values.

Culture and history will also feature prominently in the agenda. According to the organizers, Vietnam's vision for 2045 is not simply about economic expansion.

It also involves preserving national identity, fostering sustainable social values and building a strong knowledge base that will enable Vietnam to strengthen its international standing.

Alongside the main discussions, an Open Forum will provide space to introduce strategic projects and connect with experts and intellectuals who are unable to attend the event in Paris.

Another new initiative highlighted by the organizers is the "Emerging Vietnam Global Leaders" program, designed to identify and recognize promising young individuals with the potential to make an impact internationally.

About AVSE Global


AVSE Global is a Paris-based nonprofit organization that brings together Vietnamese experts, scientists and intellectuals worldwide, alongside international resources, to contribute to Vietnam's sustainable development.

The organization has more than 300 core members across over 30 countries, supported by a network of more than 2,000 experts and 10,000 intellectuals connected through 10 specialized networks.

Through these networks, AVSE Global develops strategic initiatives, projects and programs across a broad range of important sectors.

Its annual activities include more than 15 international policy forums and conferences, over 10 executive training programs, more than 10 major consulting projects and over 50 in-depth reports.

These initiatives cover science and technology, education, talent attraction, economic development, urban planning, innovation, digital transformation and energy.

Thai An