DUTCH BUSINESS ASSOCIATION VIETNAM (DBAV)
Building The Bridge Between The Netherlands and Vietnam
Mission
DBAV’s mission is to build the bridge between The Netherlands and Vietnam. DBAV is the gateway for businesses and business leaders to make meaningful connections, share valuable knowledge and experiences, and drive bilateral trade and investment.
Impact
In 2025, DBAV is celebrating their 25 years 25 years of making an impact. For the years ahead, DBAV aims to expand the impact through a series of enhanced initiatives and events, giving the platform for greater visibility, networking, and engagement opportunities for sponsors and partners. Initiatives centered around its 4-pillar strategy:
Making Meaningful Connections: DBAV Connects
Sharing Valuable Knowledge & Experiences: DBAV Impact Series
Driving Business Opportunities: DBAV Business Services
Government Relations: DBAV Partnerships for Advocacy
DBAV Connects: DBAV provides its members with access to a high-level professional community of over 160 companies. This is achieved through several key channels:
Regular networking events, including business breakfasts, luncheons, and after-work drinks, provide valuable platforms for interaction.
Access to a C-level network from a diverse range of industries.
Connections with key Dutch and Vietnamese government officials through specially organized events.
Participation in joint events with EuroCham, other European business associations, and local chambers of commerce, expanding networking opportunities significantly.
DBAV Business Services: To offer practical support for business growth, DBAV delivers a range of essential services:
Market Entry Support: This includes assistance with setting up a legal entity in Vietnam, navigating local regulations, and finding suitable office space.
Business Matchmaking: The association connects companies with vetted Vietnamese or Dutch partners, suppliers, and distributors to build robust supply chains.
Trade Missions: DBAV organizes sector-specific trade missions to both Vietnam and the Netherlands to explore opportunities and foster bilateral trade.
(Note: Some specialized services may be subject to additional charges.)
DBAV Impact Series: The DBAV Impact Series serves as a premier platform for knowledge exchange, fostering collaboration, and driving impactful, sustainable business solutions.
Through a regular calendar of events, this series is tailored to provide relevant insights and invaluable experiences that empower businesses and professionals. It keeps members and the broader community updated on the latest challenges and opportunities in the dynamic Vietnamese and global markets.
DBAV Partnerships for Advocacy: In Vietnam’s governance system, where the role of the government is prominent, a strong business association is crucial. DBAV fulfills this role through powerful advocacy and partnerships.
A key strength is the strong, supportive connection with the Dutch government and its representatives in Vietnam, reflecting a collaborative approach to facilitate trade.
DBAV actively represents its members' interests before Vietnamese government authorities and regulatory bodies.
The association also ensures its members' voices are heard by participating in vital policy dialogues through EuroCham’s influential advocacy groups.
