The Vietnam Footwear Summit 2026 will be returning to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam on September 16-18, 2026. This summit will convene global brands, manufacturers, supply chain partners, and policy experts. The summit aims to address core issues such as tariff mitigation, sustainable production, and technological innovation to explore paths for high-quality development and build a platform for win-win cooperation. As Vietnam strives to increase its global market share to 8-10% by 2030, this summit will be a pivotal link in shaping the future of the global footwear landscape, helping Vietnam transform from a “manufacturing powerhouse” into a “high-value hub”. Agenda Topics Highlights • Vietnam Footwear Industry: Status, Challenges & Strategic Directions • Export Tariffs, Trade Policy & Compliance for US & EU Markets • EU CBAM & Digital Product Passport: Impact & Action Plans • Supply Chain Resilience, Digitalization & Sustainability • Green Manufacturing & Innovative Materials • Supply Chain Optimization & Cost Efficiency • Circular Economy: Recycling & Sustainable Systems • Smart Manufacturing: From Automation to Intelligence • Bio‑based & Low‑Carbon Material Localization • Carbon Data Management & 3D Printing Innovation This summit is your platform to: • Get official updates on trade policies, tariff landscapes, EVFTA/CPTPP/RCEP compliance, and market outlooks for the US, EU, and Asia. • Explore low‑carbon materials, circular economy models, carbon accounting, factory decarbonization, and digital product passport. • Discover automation, AI, 3D printing, digital supply chains, and smart factory roadmaps to boost efficiency and agility. • Address material self‑sufficiency, local sourcing, and global‑local collaboration to strengthen resilience and reduce costs. • Connect with decision‑makers from international brands, top manufacturers, material suppliers, tech providers, and government bodies. Why You Should Attend For Brands & Manufacturers • Navigate tariff barriers and trade policy risks with official insights • Build resilient, low‑cost, sustainable supply chains • Accelerate OEM‑to‑OBM upgrading and brand value growth • Access cutting‑edge materials, automation, and digital solutions • Connect with qualified production and sourcing partners For Suppliers & Sponsors • Showcase your technology, materials, and services to decision‑makers • Position your brand as a leader in sustainability and innovation • Generate high‑quality leads and long‑term commercial contracts • Gain premium exposure across the entire footwear ecosystem • Align with Vietnam’s fastest‑growing manufacturing sector Join us September 16–17, 2026 in Ho Chi Minh City. Shape the future of footwear. Lead the reboot. Grow without limits.