PRESS RELEASE
Vietnam ASEAN Hydrogen Club and Korea Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Industry Association Sign Strategic MoU to Advance Hydrogen Sector Cooperation
Ho Chi Minh City, July 17, 2025 – On July 16, 2025, during the Vietnam–Korea Hydrogen Workshop 2025 held at the Ho Chi Minh City University of Natural Resources and Environment (HCMUNRE), the Vietnam ASEAN Hydrogen Club (VAHC) and the Korea Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Industry Association (KHFCIA) officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a strategic, non-binding partnership aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation in the hydrogen energy sector.
Mr. Le Ngoc Anh Minh, Chairman of VAHC and Dr. Yong Bae Kim, Vice Chairman of KHFCIA signed the MoU at the Vietnam Korea Hydrogen Workshop 2025 taking place in HCMUNRE Venue.
This MoU marks a significant step in fostering long-term collaboration between two leading organizations committed to the development of clean hydrogen technologies across the Asia-Pacific region. The agreement outlines mechanisms for sustained exchange of knowledge and information to support mutual goals in advancing hydrogen deployment in areas such as mobility, power generation, and policy dialogue.
Under the MoU, the parties agree to:
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Participate in relevant committees, working groups, and industry events;
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Share reports, educational materials, and lessons learned;
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Exchange information on government policies and regulations relevant to the hydrogen sector;
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Support ongoing policy dialogue and pilot project discussions.
These activities are designed to promote deeper cooperation, innovation, and knowledge-sharing while also respecting internal confidentiality. Non-public materials shared under this agreement will remain for internal staff use only.
Photo of VAHC Chairman, Vice Chairman, KHFCIA Vice Chairman and other delegates with Commerical Counsel and Consul of South Korea Consulate in HCMC
Speech by Mr. Le Ngoc Anh Minh
Chairman, Vietnam ASEAN Hydrogen Club (VAHC)
Ladies and Gentlemen, Distinguished Guests, and Partners from Korea,
Today marks a meaningful milestone in our shared journey toward a clean, secure, and sustainable energy future. I am deeply honored to join hands with the Korea Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Industry Association to formalize our cooperation through the signing of this Memorandum of Understanding.
The hydrogen economy is not just an aspiration — it is a critical pathway to net-zero emissions, green industry, and regional energy resilience. Through this MoU, we are building a strategic bridge between Vietnam and Korea — one that will support knowledge exchange, policy alignment, and the development of pilot projects in key areas such as transportation, electricity, and industrial decarbonization.
This partnership reflects our commitment to learning from Korea’s world-class hydrogen experience while also showcasing Vietnam’s growing role in ASEAN’s green energy transition. I look forward to dynamic collaboration between our working groups, and I am confident that together, we can unlock real-world impact for our citizens, businesses, and the environment.
Thank you to all the colleagues and institutions who made today possible. Let this be the first of many steps toward a brighter, hydrogen-powered future.
Speech by Dr. Yong-chae Kim
Vice Chairman, Korea Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Industry Association (KHFCIA)
Honorable Colleagues, Friends from Vietnam, and Esteemed Participants,
It is with great pride and optimism that I stand here today representing the Korea Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Industry Association as we enter a strategic partnership with the Vietnam ASEAN Hydrogen Club.
Korea has long recognized hydrogen as a cornerstone of our national energy and climate strategy. Through this MoU, we are excited to extend our collaboration to Vietnam and ASEAN, sharing insights, data, and experiences that can help both sides progress faster and more effectively in developing the hydrogen economy.
This is not just a symbolic gesture. It is a platform for real engagement — through joint working groups, policy dialogue, and collaborative projects — where we can bring together our industries, researchers, and policymakers to accelerate innovation and scale-up.
On behalf of KHFCIA, I would like to express sincere gratitude to our Vietnamese counterparts for their vision, hospitality, and partnership. We believe this MoU sets a solid foundation for long-term cooperation, and we are eager to move from ideas to action.
Together, let us build a hydrogen ecosystem that is not only technically sound but also regionally inclusive and globally significant.
This landmark MoU symbolizes the growing ties between Vietnam and Korea in their shared pursuit of sustainable energy solutions and a net-zero future.
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