(Hanoi, November 2025) – At the Head Office of the Joint Stock Commercial Bank for Foreign Trade of Vietnam (Vietcombank), VIETESG was honoured to successfully deliver the in-depth “ESG EXPERT” training programme designed exclusively for senior staff. The event was not only a professional capacity-building activity but also clear evidence of the systematic strategic vision of Vietcombank’s Leadership in the era of green finance.
Leadership Vision: From Strategic Thinking to Systemic Commitment
ESG (Environmental – Social – Governance) is becoming the “common language” of global finance, and what sets a leading financial institution apart is not “knowing about ESG”, but applying ESG in a systematic and focused way.
This training programme took place under the close direction of Vietcombank’s Board of Directors and Executive Leadership, reflecting sharp governance thinking: ESG is not a superficial movement but the core of sustainable development. Convening senior staff to attend an in-depth course with VIETESG affirms the determination to let sustainability thinking “permeate” from the top level down to every operating process.
Representing VIETESG, Mr. Phạm Quốc Hưng – Trainer, remarked:”We were deeply impressed by the determination and methodical approach of Vietcombank’s Leadership. They do not stop at theory, but require solutions to reach deep into the bank’s ‘bloodstream’, from building internal culture to designing standard green financial products.”
Training Content: Professional Depth and Practical Application
As the training provider, VIETESG designed a programme “tailor-made” for Vietcombank’s position, focusing on the challenge of comprehensive transformation with the following priorities:
• ESG transformation in the Bank’s DNA: An in-depth analysis of how to achieve the green transition through internal activities (Green Operations, Digital Culture) and, in particular, its application to the bank’s product/service portfolio (Green Credit, Green Bonds, Sustainable Supply Chain Finance).
• Standardising Sustainability Reporting (GRI): Technical guidance on preparing ESG reports in strict compliance with the GRI (Global Reporting Initiative) Standards, ensuring transparency and enhancing Vietcombank’s international reputation.
• Mastering in-depth ISO standards: Updating and applying ISO standards closely related to ESG (such as ISO 14064 on greenhouse gas inventories, ISO 26000 on social responsibility, etc.) to create a solid technical barrier and competitive advantage.
• Turning Strategy into Reality: The most important topic, on moving from an “ESG strategic plan” to “Concrete actions”. VIETESG discussed with senior staff how to build and measure an ESG KPI system, ensuring that every target can be quantified and effectively monitored.
Building a leadership position
Through this training course, Vietcombank once again affirmed its position as the “leading bird of the flock” in the banking sector. Equipping senior leaders with expert knowledge is a key step for Vietcombank not only to comply with international regulations but also to proactively lead the green finance market in Vietnam.
VIETESG is proud to be a partner accompanying Vietcombank on this challenging yet glorious transformation journey. We believe that, with a solid governance foundation and serious investment in knowledge, Vietcombank will continue to break through and deliver sustainable value to the community.
