Annual Briefing for Foreign NGOs Operating in Vietnam in 2024

At the meeting, delegates were updated on the political, economic, and social situation in Vietnam as well as policies and orientations related to foreign non-governmental organizations. Information on administrative procedures such as seal regulations and personal income tax exemptions for foreign experts was also shared to facilitate foreign non-governmental organizations in implementing programs and projects in Vietnam.

The meeting also served as a forum for organizations to exchange difficulties, make recommendations, and discuss solutions to overcome obstacles, helping organizations and the Committee, as well as the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations, to cooperate more effectively.
 

As reported at the meeting, as of the end of September 2024, there were 379 foreign non-governmental organizations from 29 countries and territories with ongoing programs and projects in Vietnam, focusing on addressing social issues, socio-economic development, and healthcare.

In 2024, the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations and the People's Aid Coordinating Committee (PACCOM), a unit of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations, have strengthened regular and timely information sharing with leaders of foreign non-governmental organizations and foreign embassies.

They visited 12 localities in the country and organized information-sharing conferences for ministries, branches, and people's organizations at the central level. Notably, the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations had direct working sessions with competent agencies to find solutions to improve administrative procedures and support the activities of foreign non-governmental organizations in Vietnam.
The meeting discussion focused on administrative procedures, one of the biggest challenges faced by foreign non-governmental organizations. Representatives from relevant agencies provided detailed answers to questions and recommendations from the organizations. Foreign NGOs attending the conference appreciated the efforts and highly valued the support from the member agencies of the Committee over the past time, and expressed satisfaction with the useful information shared at the meeting.
Concluding the meeting, Nguyen Ngoc Hung acknowledged the difficulties faced by foreign non-governmental organizations. He committed that the Committee will continue to improve administrative procedures, promote the application of information technology to promptly receive and respond to the organizations' opinions. He affirmed that the Committee and the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations are always ready to accompany the organizations in all activities.