Vietnam – France Hydrogen Workshop 2026

Connecting Hydrogen Ecosystems for Practical Cooperation

February 26, 2026

The Vietnam – France Hydrogen Workshop 2026 will be held on 31 March 2026 (08:30 – 11:30) at the Vietnam France University (USTH). The event is organized in a workshop and networking format, with approximately 50 invited participants from government, industry, finance, and academia.

The workshop is co-organized by French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Vietnam (CCIFV), Vietnam France University (USTH), and Vietnam ASEAN Hydrogen Club (VAHC).

Background and Objectives

As Vietnam advances its commitment to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, hydrogen has emerged as a strategic solution for decarbonizing hard-to-abate sectors, including heavy industry, transport, and power generation. The implementation of Power Development Plan VIII (PDP8) and the Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP) further reinforces hydrogen’s role in the national energy transition strategy.

France, supported by its National Hydrogen Strategy and strong industrial base, is recognized as a global leader across the hydrogen value chain—from electrolysis technologies and large-scale industrial gas solutions to mobility and grid integration.

This workshop aims to:

• Provide an updated overview of the global and Vietnamese hydrogen landscape

• Introduce France’s hydrogen ecosystem and industrial applications

• Clarify legal and regulatory considerations for project development in Vietnam

• Facilitate direct dialogue between Vietnamese and French stakeholders

• Identify practical next steps for bilateral cooperation

Target Participants

The event will gather approximately 50 representatives from:

• Energy and industrial corporations

• Hydrogen technology providers and EPC contractors

• Financial institutions and green investment funds

• Research institutions and universities

• Industry associations and consultants

• Government representatives

Detailed Agenda

08:30 – 09:00 | Registration & Networking Coffee

Participants arrival, check-in, and informal networking.

09:00 – 09:15 | Opening Remarks

• Prof. Jean-Marc Lavest, Principal Rector, USTH

• Mr. Le Ngoc Anh Minh, Executive President, VAHC

• Dr. Remi Nguyen, Vice-President, CCIFV

The opening session will outline the strategic importance of Vietnam–France cooperation in hydrogen development and set the objectives for the workshop.

09:15 – 10:15 | Session 1: Hydrogen Landscape & Vietnam Framework

This session provides policy, market, and regulatory insights into hydrogen development in Vietnam and the broader region.

Presentations:

• Mr. Le Ngoc Anh Minh, Executive President, VAHC
  Global Hydrogen Market Trends & Investment Outlook

• Dr. Cao Thuy Oanh, Researcher, VAHC
  Vietnam’s National Hydrogen Strategy & Roadmap

• Prof. Phong Tran Dinh, Vice Rector, USTH
  ASEAN Hydrogen Perspectives & Research Collaboration Opportunities in Vietnam

• Mr. Pham Bach Duong, Counsel, Hogan Lovells
  Legal & Regulatory Framework for Hydrogen Projects in Vietnam

10:15 – 11:15 | Session 2: French Hydrogen Ecosystem & Industrial Applications

This session introduces practical case studies and industrial solutions from leading French hydrogen players.

Presentations:

• Representative of Air Liquide
  (Topic to be confirmed)

• Representative of HDF Energy
  (Topic to be confirmed)

Q&A Session

An interactive discussion will follow, allowing participants to exchange views on technology transfer, project structuring, financing models, and potential pilot projects in Vietnam.

11:15 – 11:30 | Open Discussion & Next Steps

• Summary of key discussion points

• Identification of potential cooperation pathways

• Closing remarks by the organizers

Registration Information

Members and partners of Vietnam ASEAN Hydrogen Club (VAHC) are invited to register by sending an email to: contact@vahc.com.vn

Due to limited seating capacity, priority will be given to partners who register early.

The Vietnam – France Hydrogen Workshop 2026 is expected to serve as a focused and high-level dialogue platform, fostering concrete collaboration opportunities and accelerating the development of Vietnam’s hydrogen market through international partnership.