HO CHI MINH CITY, November 28, 2025 – The training conference “Legal Aspects of E-commerce Business: Challenges and Opportunities,” co-organized by the Investment and Trade Promotion Centre of Ho Chi Minh City (ITPC) and Alibaba.com Vietnam, took place at the Grand Hotel – Dong Khoi. The event attracted over 200 delegates representing manufacturing enterprises, exporters, and various industry associations.
A highlight of the program was a 45-minute keynote session delivered by Ph.D. Candidate Le Sai Gon—an expert with 15 years of experience in import-export and logistics training and consulting, and Founder of the Saigon Import-Export Center (SIMEX). His presentation focused on two critical pillars:
1. Legal Readiness for Exporters: Standardizing Cargo Documentation and Certifications
Addressing the conference, Mr. Le Sai Gon emphasized that in the landscape of cross-border e-commerce, standardized documentation serves as the "common language" enabling Vietnamese firms to access international markets while mitigating risks.
His presentation highlighted:
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Mandatory Documentation: Essential document sets required for export based on specific commodity groups.
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Compliance Certifications: Key certificates aligned with Free Trade Agreement (FTA) markets, including Certificate of Origin (C/O), Certificate of Quality (C/Q), safety standards, conformity assessment, and phytosanitary/quarantine inspection.
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Risk Mitigation: Common compliance pitfalls regarding documentation errors and strategies for prevention.
These insights were subsequently cited by major media outlets, including VnBusiness, VTV.vn, and the Banking Times(Thời Báo Ngân Hàng), which underscored the urgency of “digitizing documentation” and elevating transparency standards in international B2B e-commerce.
2. FTAs – The Gateway to Export Markets: Opportunities and Challenges
The second segment of the presentation analyzed new-generation Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) and how businesses can utilize them as a "passport" for market expansion.
Mr. Le analyzed three pivot points:
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Tariff Advantages: Opportunities for key sectors such as agriculture, textiles and garments, mechanics, chemicals, and footwear.
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Market Penetration Strategy: Synergizing FTA benefits with cross-border e-commerce channels.
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Compliance Challenges: Navigating trade remedies (trade defense), traceability requirements, and environmental standards.
Media reports covering the event concurred with the assessment that FTAs are becoming the decisive factor for Vietnamese enterprises to enhance competitiveness and reach global clients.
SIMEX – A Steadfast Companion on the Integration Journey
Mr. Le Sai Gon’s participation underscores SIMEX’s commitment to supporting Vietnamese enterprises, grounded in three core values:
1. Practical Partnership – Training from Real-world Experience
SIMEX supports enterprises throughout the export cycle, from documentation preparation and operational optimization to international trade risk management.
2. Legal Updates – Technical Expertise – Market Intelligence
Leveraging years of experience with manufacturers and logistics providers, SIMEX offers realistic perspectives on customs procedures, FTAs, e-commerce regulations, and international standards.
3. Strategic Connectivity – Expanding the Export Ecosystem
SIMEX maintains robust linkages with ITPC, Alibaba.com, and industry associations to create a powerful support network for Vietnamese businesses.
The “Legal Aspects of E-commerce Business” conference served not only as a knowledge exchange forum but also offered a clear professional perspective on the Legal – Market – E-commerce landscape. Under the leadership of Mr. Le Sai Gon, SIMEX continues to empower businesses through training, consulting, and market connection, fostering confidence in expanding exports to FTA markets and beyond.
