On 17 April 2025, James Invest Chairman Dr. James Hoang attended CICON Vietnam 2025 in Hanoi, joining business leaders, policymakers and experts from Vietnam and South Korea for dialogue on economic cooperation in the age of artificial intelligence.
Held under the theme “The Age of AI: Economic Cooperation between Korea and Vietnam,” the conference explored how technology, investment and cross-border partnerships can support the next phase of bilateral growth. The programme brought together public- and private-sector perspectives across AI, smart cities, green energy, investment and the creative industries.
EVENT AT A GLANCE
Event: CICON Vietnam 2025
Theme: The Age of AI: Economic Cooperation between Korea and Vietnam
Date: 17 April 2025
Location: InterContinental Hanoi Landmark72, Hanoi
James Invest representative: Dr. James Hoang, Chairman
Connecting innovation with practical cooperation
AI is increasingly reshaping business models, productivity and investment priorities. For Vietnam and South Korea, this transformation creates opportunities to combine Korea’s technological capabilities and international experience with Vietnam’s dynamic market, growing digital economy and expanding base of innovative enterprises.

Investment dialogue beyond technology
The discussions also highlighted the wider conditions needed to turn innovation into sustainable commercial outcomes: trusted partnerships, clear market-entry strategies, access to capital and a strong understanding of local operating environments. These factors are equally important for strategic investors and companies considering cross-border expansion, joint ventures or M&A opportunities.
For James Invest, participation in international forums such as CICON Vietnam supports closer connections between Vietnamese businesses and overseas investors. Direct engagement with business leaders and sector specialists helps identify areas of strategic fit while strengthening the relationships required to move opportunities from initial dialogue toward execution.

Advancing cross-border opportunities
Vietnam–Korea economic ties continue to create opportunities across technology, manufacturing, services and investment. James Invest remains committed to helping businesses and investors evaluate these opportunities with a practical transaction perspective, from strategic matching and market assessment to M&A advisory and execution support.
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