In early March 2025, a senior delegation from B&Company, led by Director Mr. Ohta Shigemasa and Senior Advisor Mr. Tsuno Motonori, embarked on a pivotal business trip to Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC) and Da Nang. The trip was a key initiative aimed at enhancing investment cooperation between Vietnam and Japan through high-level discussions with public institutions and private enterprises. With a focus on expanding strategic partnerships, fostering economic collaboration, and attracting foreign investment, B&Company engaged in a series of productive meetings. Below is an overview of the key engagements from the trip.

Strengthening Ties with Long An Province (Ho Chi Minh City, March 07 – 10, 2025)

B&Company’s leadership team, led by Mr. Ohta Shigemasa and Mr. Tsuno Motonori, convened in Ho Chi Minh City for a high-level meeting with senior officials of the Long An Provincial People’s Committee (Photo 1). Discussions focused on strengthening strategic cooperation between Long An Province and Japan’s Ibaraki Prefecture, exploring collaboration opportunities in both industrial and agricultural sectors. This dialogue laid a strong foundation for deeper and more comprehensive ties between the two regions in the future.

Photo 1: B&Company’s leadership team in the high-level meeting with senior officials of the Long An Provincial People’s Committee

On March 10, the B&Company delegation met with Him Lam Joint Stock Company, a leading real estate developer (Photo 2). The discussion centered on attracting Japanese investors to Duc Hoa III Industrial Park, a key industrial project led by Him Lam. The meeting reinforced B&Company’s role in connecting foreign investors with Long An Province’s industrial opportunities, fostering mutually beneficial partnerships for both Vietnamese and Japanese enterprises.

Photo 2: B&Company delegation met with Him Lam Joint Stock Company

Expanding Business and Strengthening Partnerships in Da Nang (Da Nang, March 11- 12, 2025)

Continuing its mission in Da Nang, B&Company engaged in a series of key meetings aimed at business expansion, workforce development, and strengthening Vietnam-Japan relations.

On March 11, the delegation met with Vietnam Tokai Co., Ltd., a key client located in Hoa Cam Industrial Park, specializing in automotive electronic parts manufacturing (Photo 3). The discussion focused on expanding Tokai’s services and market presence, particularly in new product initiatives and regional growth strategies.

Photo 3: B&Company met with Vietnam Tokai Co., Ltd.

The following day, March 12, B&Company visited Dong A University, a prestigious institution known for its collaboration with Japanese enterprises through specialized training programs (Photo 4). The meeting focused on aligning training programs with Japanese labor market demands and planning for the university’s participation in the 30th anniversary event of the Kansai Japan-Vietnam Friendship Association.

Photo 4: A visit to Dong A University

Later that day, Mr. Ohta and Mr. Tsuno attended a networking lunch at the Consulate General of Japan in Da Nang (Photo 5), facilitating discussions on ongoing collaborations and future cooperation opportunities. The trip concluded with a high-level meeting at the Da Nang Department of Foreign Affairs, where Director Mr. Nguyen Xuan Binh led discussions on upcoming events such as the 10th Vietnam–Japan Festival and the 30th anniversary of the Kansai Japan-Vietnam partnership (Photo 6). Additionally, insights into the current landscape of Japanese enterprises in Da Nang were shared, addressing both challenges and opportunities for business growth.

Photo 5: Attended at the Consulate General of Japan in Da Nang

Photo 6: The high-level meeting at the Da Nang Department of Foreign Affairs

In summary, B&Company’s strategic business trip to HCMC and Da Nang marked a significant step toward expanding its role in facilitating investment cooperation between Vietnam and Japan. Moving forward, the company remains committed to enhancing economic cooperation and supporting Japanese businesses seeking to enter or expand in the Vietnamese market.