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Introduction
Vietnam ASEAN Hydrogen Club
Since 2017, Vietnam has become a country with the level of renewable energy development, clean energy in the top 3 of the Asia Pacific region. By November 2021, at the climate conference held in Glasgow UK, the Prime Minister of Vietnam has set a target of net zero emissions of Vietnam by 2050 and by December 2022, Vietnam and the Group 7 plus 2 countries (Norway and Denmark) have signed a grant of 15.5 billion USD from 9 developed countries to support Vietnam's clean energy transition.
The Founding Board of VAHC
Mr. Le Ngoc Anh Minh
Full name: Le Ngoc Anh Minh
Current position: Executive Chairman
Company: Pacific Group Co., Ltd
Company website: www.pcgroup.vn
Email: tarominh@gmail.com
Summary of work experience: Mr. Minh has 30 years of experience in managing and developing large-scale projects in Vietnam. Infrastructure projects such as Phu My 1 Combined Cycle Power Plant, Nhat Tan Bridge Project, 22 years of leadership in a mid-sized company in Vietnam, 15 years of experience in developing new businesses in Vietnam. Mr. Minh is an infrastructure investment expert in Vietnam, founder of the Vietnam Clean and Innovative Agriculture Club (VCAC), chief representative of the BRICS-ASEAN Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam and founder of the Hashi Manpower Club
At VAHC: Founder and Chairman
Email: cm@vahc.com.vn
Mr. Nguyen Anh Tam
Full name: Nguyen Anh Tam
Current position: Head of Law Office Anh Tam. Arbitrator - Commercial Mediator - Commercial Arbitration Center
Summary of work experience:
Mr. Tam has 25 years of experience in the Treasury and Finance and Banking industries. At the same time, he is also the CEO of Hoang Minh Tam Law Firm and is currently the Head of Anh Tam Law Office under the Ho Chi Minh City Bar Association. He used to participate in criminal cases to protect the disadvantaged in society such as women, children, the poor in society...
At VAHC: Co founder, Club Vice President, Head of Legal Chamber
Mr. Taiyo Nagata
Full name: Taiyo Nagata
Current position: Manager of Green Energy Division, Obayashi Corporation
Summary of work experience:
After working as an ME engineer at Obayashi Corporation for 7 years, Mr. Nagata enrolled in the MBA program of the University of Washington in the United States in 2019-2020. After returning to Obayashi Japan, he engaged in business planning and personnel work at the head office. Since 2021, he has been involved in the development of a new business, green energy, as part of the research and development activities at the headquarters, while also designing the MEPt, estimating and managing the construction. built on site at a local subsidiary in Vietnam.
At VAHC: Co founder, Head of EPC Chamber
Mr.Takeaki Uchida
Full name: Takeaki Uchida
Current position: Vice Chairman in charge of new energy
Summary of work experience:
Dr. Takeaki Uchida, Vice Chairman in charge of new energy, Mr. Uchida gradulated from Waseda University. His professions: Marketer, Consultant, Developer of various industries (Energy, Advertising, Trading and more) He is the Founder and CEO of ICM COMMUNICATIONS INC (Marketing, Consulting, Development) http://icm-c.com/
Nippon Solar Co.,Ltd (Supplier and solution for solar energy & EV, EMS business) http://www.nipponsolar.co.jp/index_En
At VAHC: Vice Chairman
Ms. Dinh Thi Thanh Mai
Full name: Dinh Thi Thanh Mai
Current position: the Director of Global Relations of FPT Distribution.
Summary of work experience: Graduating with a master's degree in business administration from FPT University and a member of FPT since 2004, Ms. Mai has held many different positions, from assistant to the president of FPT to in charge of external relations.
At VAHC: Chair of External Relation Chamber
Mr. Bui Quang Anh Vu
Full name: Bui Quang Anh Vu
Current position: General Director of Phát Đạt Real Estate Development Joint Stock Company.
Summary of work experience: Mr. Vu has experience as Director of Securities Business of Thanh Cong Textile and Garment Group, Director of Investment Banking Division of Thanh Cong Securities Joint Stock Company, and currently General Director of Phát Đạt Real Estate Development Joint Stock Company.
At VAHC: Head of Natural Resources Chamber, in charge of land and water resources to develop hydrogen project
ACTIVITIES OF THE CLUB
Legal Classification of Hydrogen under Vietnamese Law: Strategy, Standards, and International Comparison
At the Vietnam Hydrogen Legal and Regulatory Forum 2026 organized by the ASEAN Vietnam Hydrogen Club (VAHC), Dr. Cao Thúy Oanh, Head of Research & Development Group of VAHC, delivered a comprehensive presentation on the legal framework for hydrogen. Her presentation focused on three objectives: (1) clarifying what hydrogen is and how it is used; (2) analyzing the layers of laws and standards governing hydrogen in Vietnam and internationally; and (3) comparing Vietnam's hydrogen strategy with major country groups and proposing a practical roadmap.
Hydrogen Therapy: From Clean Energy to Health Treatment – Legal Lessons from Japan and Proposals for Vietnam
As part of the Vietnam Hydrogen Legal and Regulatory Forum 2026 organized by the ASEAN Vietnam Hydrogen Club (VAHC), Ms. Phuong Ho – representing UNPHC – delivered an in-depth presentation on the legal status of the hydrogen therapy industry in Japan and proposals for Vietnam.
China's Hydrogen Strategy and Suggestions for Vietnam: Securing Energy Autonomy in an Era of Geopolitical Disruption
Mr. Ianton Tan, Regional Director for Asia Pacific (APAC) of United Hydrogen Group, presented a keynote on China's hydrogen development strategy and policy suggestions for Vietnam at the Vietnam Hydrogen Legal and Regulatory Forum 2026. The presentation focused on lessons from geopolitical crises, China's development model, rethinking safety standards, demand‑side policies, standard localization, and prioritizing chemical carriers.
UNIHYS presents "Customized Hydrogen Approach for South Korea and Vietnam" at Vietnam Hydrogen Legal and Regulatory Forum 2026
As part of the Vietnam Hydrogen Legal and Regulatory Forum 2026 organized by the ASEAN Vietnam Hydrogen Club (VAHC) , Mr. Lê Ngọc Ánh Minh – Chairman of VAHC – delivered an important opening speech, followed by in-depth presentations from international experts. One of the most notable presentations came from UNIHYS, titled: "Customized Hydrogen Approach: South Korea & Vietnam – from Technology to Law" by Dr. Kim Hee Jung.
Dr. Cao Thúy Oanh: "Hydrogen does not lack a strategy – Vietnam lacks an implementation plan with addresses, deadlines, and responsible persons"
At the Vietnam Hydrogen Legal and Regulatory Forum 2026 organized by the ASEAN Vietnam Hydrogen Club (VAHC), Dr. Cao Thúy Oanh delivered a critical presentation based on a survey of 930 enterprises across 14 provinces/cities and an in-depth analysis of policy gaps. She made a candid assessment: "Hydrogen does not lack a strategy – Vietnam lacks an implementation plan with addresses, deadlines, and responsible persons."
Vietnam Hydrogen Legal and Regulatory Forum 2026: From Strategy to Action – Building the Legal Foundation for a New Energy Era
On May 29, 2026, the ASEAN Vietnam Hydrogen Club (VAHC) successfully organized the Vietnam Hydrogen Legal and Regulatory Forum 2026 at the Saigon Innovation Hub (SIHUB) in Ho Chi Minh City. The event brought together leading domestic and international experts, representatives from regulatory agencies, enterprises, research institutes, and development organizations to discuss one of the most pressing issues in Vietnam's energy transition: the legal framework for hydrogen.
Vietnam Hydrogen Legal and Regulatory Forum 2026: From Strategy to Action – Building the Legal Foundation for a New Energy Era
On May 29, 2026, the ASEAN Vietnam Hydrogen Club (VAHC) successfully organized the Vietnam Hydrogen Legal and Regulatory Forum 2026 at the Saigon Innovation Hub (SIHUB) in Ho Chi Minh City. The event brought together leading domestic and international experts, representatives from regulatory agencies, enterprises, research institutes, and development organizations to discuss one of the most pressing issues in Vietnam's energy transition: the legal framework for hydrogen.
Vietnam Hydrogen Legal and Regulatory Forum 2026: From Strategy to Action – Building the Legal Foundation for a New Energy Era
On May 29, 2026, the ASEAN Vietnam Hydrogen Club (VAHC) successfully organized the Vietnam Hydrogen Legal and Regulatory Forum 2026 at the Saigon Innovation Hub (SIHUB) in Ho Chi Minh City. The event brought together leading domestic and international experts, representatives from regulatory agencies, enterprises, research institutes, and development organizations to discuss one of the most pressing issues in Vietnam's energy transition: the legal framework for hydrogen.
VAHC members are invited to submit hydrogen research papers for presentation at the Conference and participate in the competition at the Asian Downstream Summit 2026.
Singapore – The organisers of the Asian Downstream Summit 2026 have issued a call for abstracts and opened nominations for the annual Awards for the refining, petrochemicals and energy industry. The event will be held from 28 – 29 October 2026 at Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Singapore.
PRE-EVENT: VIETNAM HYDROGEN LEGAL AND REGULATORY FORUM 2026 ON MAY 29 2026 AT THE STARTUP AND INNOVATION HUB OF HCMC (SIHUB) Hydrogen – Strategic Pillar or Test of Vietnam's Policy Implementation Capacity?
Hydrogen is both a strategic opportunity for Vietnam to achieve its net‑zero emissions target by 2050 and a test of the country's capacity for inter‑ministerial policy coordination and its ability to translate strategy into concrete investment projects. If the issues of legal framework and technical standards are not resolved decisively at this stage, the competitive advantage in hydrogen will be lost on the domestic market itself.
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Membership benefits
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Why join VAHC? At VAHC, we are always ready to support our members in business activities: 1. Enterprise support: Investment information, environmental resources, legislation, hydrogen technology and renewable energy Easy access to a database of companies, fairs, events and conferences from the fields of investment finance, environmental resources, law, hydrogen industry technology and renewable energy in general Research on business partners A list of authentic contact information from businesses allows you to identify the best potential partner for your project. Our fluent Vietnamese and English staff will be happy to assist you in communicating with the Vietnamese and international partners you are interested in. Translation service (special price): English – Vietnamese Update on legal procedures, tax, customs of Vietnam, regulations, Vietnamese labor law, hydrogen and RE policies of Vietnam and ASEAN, etc. 2. Free to join VAHC events: • Some typical events: Annual Vietnam ASEAN Hydrogen Forum, Annual Vietnam ASEAN Hydrogen Science Conference, Year-end party and New Year celebration • Seminars: seminars by speakers on economic, financial investment, legal, logistics, technology, hydrogen production, commercial renewable energy topics. 3. Increase the ability to promote the brand: Free advertising on VAHC publications and social media channels; Periodic e-newsletter: released every three months and sent to a network of more than 1000 contacts, including other Vietnamese, ASEAN and international companies, chambers of commerce, universities, institutions government agencies, etc. 4. Opportunity to participate in international trade and investment promotion activities in the energy and hydrogen industry: You can participate to enjoy many benefits such as: • Network with members of the finance, banking, land, resources, investment, M&A, logistics, heavy industry, international and national universities, hydrogen technology and renewable energy, hydrogen production and renewable energy, clean energy buyers of VAHC. • Participate in events, seminars, business parties of the BRICS-ASEAN Chamber of Commerce and events of VAHC's strategic partners, of international diplomatic agencies. 5. Participation fee: For enterprises with over 1000 employees, it is 21.6 million VND/year. For enterprises with less than 1000 employees, it is 16.2 million VND/year, The fee includes VAT of 8%.
Account Holder: Vietnam ASEAN Hydrogen Club Co Ltd Account Number: VND: 1351504109 USD: 1350998110 Bank: BIDV Gia Định - Joint Stock Commercial Bank for Investment and Development of Vietnam Swift code: BIDVVNVX Bank's Address: 188 Nguyen Xi Street, Binh Thanh Ward, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam |
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Vietnam ASEAN Hydrogen Club (VAHC) Contact Information: Secretariat of VAHC Club Zalo number: 093 691 7386 Email: contact@vahc.com.vn |
Addres: Unit 5.8, 5th Floor, Indochina Park Tower, 4 Nguyen Dinh Chieu Street, Tan Dinh ward, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Facebook: click here Website: vahc.com.vn |
