[Recap] Seminar: France’s experience in developing legal frameworks for International Financial Centers

In a significant step towards shaping new legal frameworks for global investors, Mr. Christophe Cougnaud, Partner at Forvis Mazars Legal Vietnam LLC participated as a key speaker at a high-level seminar titled “France’s Experience in Developing Legal Frameworks for International Financial Centers (IFC)”.

Key highlights

Mr. Christophe Cougnaud delivered a presentation focused on Vietnam’s groundbreaking Resolution 222, dated 27 June 2025. He emphasized how this new legal framework represents a pivotal milestone in Vietnam’s ambition to position itself as a competitive International Financial Center (IFC).

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The session also featured dynamic exchanges among distinguished panelists, who shared valuable insights from France’s experience and explored avenues for collaboration to support the implementation of strategic IFC projects in Ho Chi Minh City and Da Nang:

  • Ms. Dao Thanh Huong, Deputy Director General, Foreign Investment Agency – Ministry of Finance of Vietnam
  • Mr. Olivier Vigna, Deputy General Director, Paris Europlace,
  • Mr. Dau Anh Tuan, Deputy Secretary General, Center for WTO and International Trade
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Hosted by the French Embassy in Vietnam, the event welcomed over 100 delegates from key Vietnamese government bodies, including the Ministry of Justice (MOJ) and the Ministry of Finance (MOF), alongside leading economic and legal experts. Discussions offered diverse perspectives on the essential pillars of successful IFCs, from regulatory reform and investment promotion to global partnership development.

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A word from Forvis Mazars Vietnam

Forvis Mazars extends its gratitude to the organizers, and moderators from French Embassy in Vietnam and French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Vietnam (CCIFV) for having us in a productive and insightful seminar.

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Forvis Mazars Legal Vietnam LLC remains committed to supporting businesses with legal frameworks aligned to global best practices, paving the way for new investment opportunities and stronger international partnership.

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