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ESG Tracker: From survey to action for financial institutions

On 28 November 2025 in Hanoi, the Vietnasurvey to actionm Banks Association (VNBA), in cooperation with PwC Vietnam, will host the workshop “ESG Tracker: From Survey to Action for Financial Institutions.”

In a rapidly evolving global context where sustainable development is a key priority, the adoption of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) standards has become inevitable — particularly in the banking and financial sector, which plays a central role in directing capital toward green growth.

In Vietnam, aligned with the national strategy on ESG and sustainable development, there is increasing emphasis on ESG reporting and implementation to catch up with international trends.

Objectives of the Workshop

The workshop ESG Tracker: From for financial Institutions has several strategic aims.

  1. Policy Update: Provide the latest updates on ESG-related policies for financial institutions.

  2. Publication Sharing: Introduce the special edition “ESG Practice Progress in Vietnam” tailored to the financial services sector.

  3. Practical Solutions Discussion: Hold a roundtable to discuss practical ESG implementation solutions in banks and financial institutions.

  4. Capacity Building Launch: Kick off a capacity-building program on ESG for financial institutions, banks, and the broader community, in partnership with PwC Vietnam and ACCA Vietnam.

Participants

Those invited to attend include:

  • Senior managers and specialists in risk management, financial management, auditing, compliance from banks and financial institutions;

  • Staff responsible for environmental-social risk management and dedicated ESG officers.

Agenda & Speakers

  • The workshop brings together leading experts in ESG from PwC Vietnam, ACCA Vietnam, regulatory bodies, credit institutions, universities, and national/international professional associations.

  • The program will cover policy updates, ESG trend analysis, capacity-building initiatives, and a practical discussion forum.

  • Time: 14:00 – 17:00, Friday, 28 November 2025

  • Location: PwC Vietnam Office, 25th Floor, Tower 2, Capital Place, 29 Liễu Giai, Hanoi

  • Fee: Free of charge

  • Registration: VNBA invites each member institution to nominate two representatives to attend. Registration can be done via a QR form or by submitting the registration form to: ttdt.vnba@gmail.com by 22 November 2025.

  • Contact: VNBA Training Center, 193 Bà Triệu, Hai Bà Trưng District, Hanoi. Tel: 024 38 218 682; Ms. Nguyễn Thị Huyền – 0969 998 692.

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