2025 May Day Rally: Helping SMEs navigate through digitalisation
Discover key insights from the recent May Day Rally, highlighting how digitalisation, sustainability, talent development and upskilling are shaping Singapore’s economy.
Digitalisation Innovation Programme – Xin Chào SMEs 2024
From left: Ms Nguyen Thu Thao, Head of Strategic Alliance and O2O Digital Engagement, Fintech, Ecosystem and Innovation, UOB Vietnam (UOBV); Mr Nguyen Huyen Minh, Lecturer of Marketing, Communication and Innovation, Head of Communication and External Relations Department, Foreign Trade University; Dr Bui Anh Tuan, Associate Professor and President of Foreign Trade University; Mr Victor Ngo, Country CEO, UOBV; Mr Jimmy Tay, Country Head, Channels and Digitalisation, UOBV; and Mr Shannon Lung, Head of UOB FinLab.
UOB Finlab Digitalisation Innovation Programme: Xin Chào Hà Nôi launched one-day programme designed to help businesses leverage the power of cross-border e-commerce and innovative digital solutions to grow their business sustainability.
With the increasing interest among businesses in Hanoi to digitalise operations and to explore eCommerce opportunities, the programme aims to help businesses leverage cross-border eCommerce, regulations, innovation and digital solutions to drive sustainable growth regionally.
Mr Victor Ngo, Country CEO, UOB Vietnam
“UOB is committed to help businesses thrive through various initiatives. UOB FinLab is one of our key programmes to support innovation, digitalisation and sustainability across Vietnam and the region.”
– Mr Victor Ngo, Country CEO, UOB Vietnam
Mr. Jimmy Tay, Country Head Channels and Digitalisation, UOB Vietnam
“With a regional presence in Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam, UOB FinLab connects businesses with experts, tools and resources. Our programmes support green technology, start-ups and enterprises seeking to go digital and innovate for sustainability.”
– Mr. Jimmy Tay, Country Head Channels and Digitalisation, UOB Vietnam
The event, organised with Foreign Trade University, saw participation from more than 20 organisations, including government partners, technology companies and law firms. These partners set up booths to offer industry expertise, ensuring a comprehensive approach to digitalisation and cross-border expansion.
The programme highlights UOB FinLab’s ongoing commitment to support Vietnamese businesses and paves the way for future initiatives that foster innovation and growth in the region.
Ms Vu Pham Linh Phuong, Head of Product Management, Transaction Banking, UOBV (second from right) at the panel discussion on sustainable development strategies for businesses.
Participants posing at the event backdrop, expressing appreciation for the valuable insights shared at the event.
Participants exploring services offered by UOBV and its partners at the booths.
Participants networking in the showcase area.
Digitalisation Innovation Programme – Xin Chào SMEs 2024
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