In this context, the green transition is not just a trend but a vital roadmap, a “passport” for businesses to assert their position, survive, and thrive in the era of global integration.
The Chairman of VLA stated, “As the global voice of the logistics community,” the International Federation of Freight Forwarders Associations (FIATA) has, for nearly 100 years, gathered leaders and innovators in logistics at its annual FIATA World Congress. The Vietnam Logistics Business Association is honored to host the 62nd Congress of the Federation. This event is not just an annual gathering but a pivotal moment where the global logistics community shapes a new, greener, more digital, and sustainable development model.
Could you share some highlights of this historic Congress in Vietnam?
We are thrilled to announce that Vietnam has hosted a historic Congress, coinciding with FIATA’s 99th anniversary. The FIATA World Congress 2025 set records with 1,200 delegates, over 120 exhibition booths from 53 organizations and businesses, and an unprecedented number of sponsors.
Notably, the event attracted nearly 100 media outlets, generating hundreds of news articles and reports, showcasing the “heat” of the Congress and Vietnam’s “attractiveness.”
What were the key topics of interest at FIATA World Congress 2025?
Six specialized workshops drew large audiences, with lively discussions on cross-border e-commerce and the booming demand for logistics, as well as digital transformation and innovation as drivers for green logistics development.
Global speakers also addressed flexible supply chain solutions, restructuring global trade amid geopolitical shifts, new economic and transport corridors for enhanced regional connectivity, and the promotion of waterways and railways for sustainable supply chains.
The Young Logistics Professionals Award (YLP) ceremony was a highlight, honoring innovative young leaders shaping the future of global logistics.
The event attracted numerous experts and businesses.
How did the business community, especially Vietnamese enterprises, perceive the connectivity of this global event?
Vietnam’s dynamic economy, with impressive import-export growth, is expected to surpass $800 billion in trade in 2025. With over 45,000 logistics companies, including 5,000 international firms, Vietnam is a rising logistics hub in the Asia-Pacific region, drawing global attention.
This event not only elevates Vietnam’s position on the global logistics map but also demonstrates international trust and collaboration. Businesses view FIATA World Congress 2025 as a golden opportunity to enhance competitiveness and contribute to a greener, more digital, and sustainable global logistics ecosystem.
How can Vietnamese businesses leverage this historic milestone to embrace the green transition and enhance competitiveness?
As global trade and supply chains face unprecedented opportunities and challenges, from geopolitical tensions to climate change, logistics must innovate. The green transition is now a survival imperative, a “passport” for businesses in the integrated era.
Mr. Đào Trọng Khoa, Chairman of Vietnam Logistics Business Association (VLA) and Head of FIATA World Congress 2025 Organizing Committee.
The 5-day Congress, featuring a robust agenda, large-scale exhibition, and a first-ever B2B networking platform, offers Vietnamese businesses a unique chance to connect with international partners, expand investment, and showcase Vietnam’s logistics capabilities to the world.
We anticipate concrete cooperation commitments, boosting FDI in logistics infrastructure and reinforcing Vietnam’s role as a vibrant logistics hub in the Asia-Pacific region.
FIATA World Congress 2025 will lay the foundation for fostering collaboration, technology transfer, and innovation, driving sustainable growth in logistics and the global economy.
Thank you, Mr. Khoa!
