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CICON ASEAN 5 2025 is an international conference held under the theme “the Age of AI : Economic Innovation Strategy of Korea, Vietnam, and ASEAN5.

Bringing together government officials, corporate leaders, and industry experts from Korea and five ASEAN countries (Vietnam, Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia), the event aims to present collaborative models for development in urban, cultural, and convergence industries.


Focusing on Smart cities, AI, blockchain, Beauty and Web 3.0 the conference seeks to expand business partnerships, market entry opportunities, and investment networks between Korea and ASEAN. It will serve as a strategic platform for sustainable exchange and future cooperation between cities, companies, and people across the region.


CICON ASEAN 5 2025는 ‘AI 시대 : 한·베트남 및 아세안5의 경제혁신 전략’을 주제로, 한국과 아세안 5개국(베트남, 태국, 싱가포르, 말레이시아, 인도네시아)의 정부 관계자, 기업인, 전문가들이 함께 모여 도시·문화·융합 산업 분야에서의 비전과 협력 모델을 제시하고자 마련된 국제 컨퍼런스입니다.

스마트시티, AI, 블록체인, 뷰티, 웹3.0 등 첨단 융합산업을 중심으로 한·아세안 간 비즈니스 협력, 시장 진출, 투자 연결의 기회를 확대하고자 합니다. 또한 도시와 도시, 기업과 기업, 사람과 사람 간의 지속적인 교류와 미래 협력을 위한 새로운 전략을 모색하는 장이 될 것입니다.

CICON Vietnam 2025

CICON Hanoi 2022

CICON Ho Chi Minh 2023

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CICON ASEAN 5 2025 is an international conference held under the theme “the Age of AI : Economic Innovation Strategy of Korea, Vietnam, and ASEAN5.”

Bringing together government officials, corporate leaders, and industry experts from Korea and five ASEAN countries (Vietnam, Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia), the event aims to present collaborative models for development in urban, cultural, and convergence industries.


Focusing on Smart cities, AI, blockchain, Beauty and Web 3.0 the conference seeks to expand business partnerships, market entry opportunities, and investment networks between Korea and ASEAN. It will serve as a strategic platform for sustainable exchange and future cooperation between cities, companies, and people across the region.


▲ CICON Vietnam 2025


CICON ASEAN 5 2025는 ‘AI 시대 : 한·베트남 및 아세안5의 경제혁신 전략’을 주제로, 한국과 아세안 5개국(베트남, 태국, 싱가포르, 말레이시아, 인도네시아)의 정부 관계자, 기업인, 전문가들이 함께 모여 도시·문화·융합 산업 분야에서의 비전과 협력 모델을 제시하고자 마련된 국제 컨퍼런스입니다.

스마트시티, AI, 블록체인, 뷰티, 웹3.0 등 첨단 융합산업을 중심으로 한·아세안 간 비즈니스 협력, 시장 진출, 투자 연결의 기회를 확대하고자 합니다. 또한 도시와 도시, 기업과 기업, 사람과 사람 간의 지속적인 교류와 미래 협력을 위한 새로운 전략을 모색하는 장이 될 것입니다.

▲ CICON Ho Chi Minh City 2023

Overview


Title : CICON ASEAN 5 2025

Korea-ASEAN Business Forum

Creative Urban, Culture, Convergence Conference ASEAN 5


Agenda

the Age of AI : Business Innovation Strategy of Korea, Vietnam, and ASEAN5


Date

08:30. Oct 22(Wed), 2025 / Smart City & Culture

18:00. Oct 22(Wed), 2025 / Gala Dinner Show

08:30. Oct 23(Thur), 2025 / AI & Web 3.0


Venue

Vinpearl Hotel, Landmark81 / Grand-ballroom, B2


Hosted by

(KR) Korea CEO Summit

         CICON organizing committee

(VN) Ho Chi Minh City Young Business Association (YBA)


Organized by

(KR) The MARVELS Co., Ltd.

(VN) Quynh Paris

        Today TV

        Veron Group

        VIETMISSION

        KW Vietnam


Supported by (under discussion)

(KR) Ministry of SMEs and Startups,

Consulate General of the Reform Committee, 

Presidential Regulatory Reform Committee,

Presidential Commission on Architecture Policy,

Presidential Committee on Agriculture Fisheries and Rural Policy,

Busan Metropolitan City,

Busan Economic Promotion Agency,

(VN) Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry(VCCI)


Contact

Forum Secretariat T. +82-2-2052-2080

Program


※The event program will be updated continuously※

Event Contents


Speakers


Day 1 - Speakers

Day 2 - Speakers

※The speakers will be updated continuously

▲ Speakers for CICON HCMC 2023

▲ Speakers for MARVELS HCMC 2023

Partners


Hosted by






Co-Hosted by

(Oct.23)

Organized by







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MEDIA PARTNERS

Event

Welcome Reception 

 10. 21 (Tue) 17:00 ~ 21:00 

An enchanting evening that merges exquisite cuisine, regal artistic performances, and traditional rituals, with the objective of reviving the essence of ancient Vietnamese culture within the core of a contemporary city.

베트남의 풍요로운 저녁을 경험하세요. 정교한 요리, 화려한 예술 공연, 전통 의식이 어우러진 자리에서, 현대 도시 한복판 호치민에서 베트남 문화의 정수를 되살리는 특별한 시간을 선사합니다.

 Gala Dinner Show Performance 

 10.22 (Wed) 18:00 ~ 21:00 

Masterpiece of Harmony

The nuanced interplay and connection between the cultures of Vietnam and Korea, along with other Asian nations, where tradition and modern creativity harmoniously coexist. This gathering celebrates heritage while bringing together emotion, art, and identity. The selected ART MASTERPIECES embody the distinctive hues of each culture, fostering vibrant harmony, mutual respect, and cultural dialogue.

베트남과 한국을 비롯한 아시아 각국 문화 간의 미묘한 상호작용과 연결, 전통과 현대적 창의성이 조화롭게 공존하는 자리입니다. 이번 모임은 유산을 기념함과 동시에 감정, 예술, 정체성이 어우러지는 만남을 의미합니다. 선정된 ART MASTERPIECES는 각 문화의 독특한 색채를 담아 활기찬 조화를 선사하며, 상호 존중과 문화적 대화를 촉진합니다.

Conference Venue

 Oct 22-23, 2025 

Vinpearl Landmark 81, Grand Ballroom

빈펄 랜드마크 81 호텔

(720A Điện Biên Phủ, Phường 22, Bình Thạnh, Hồ Chí Minh 700000 베트남)

Dinner & VIP Networking

 Ao Dai fashion show

 Oct 23, 2025 / 18:00 PM 

Thu Thiem Riverstage, HCMC

(Saigon riverside park, 16Bis Nguyễn Thiện Thành, Thủ Thiêm, Thủ Đức, Hồ Chí Minh 700000 베트남)

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Overview


Title : CICON ASEAN 5 2025

Korea-ASEAN Business Forum

Creative Urban, Culture, Convergence Conference ASEAN 5


Agenda

the Age of AI : Business Innovation Strategy of Korea, Vietnam, and ASEAN5


Date

08:30. Oct 22(Wed), 2025 / Smart City & Culture

18:00. Oct 22(Wed), 2025 / Gala Dinner Show

08:30. Oct 23(Thur), 2025 / AI & Web 3.0


Venue

Vinpearl Hotel, Landmark81 / Grand-ballroom, B2


Hosted by

(KR) Korea CEO Summit

         CICON organizing committee

(VN) Ho Chi Minh City Young Business Association (YBA)


Organized by

(KR) The MARVELS Co., Ltd.

(VN) Quynh Paris

        Today TV

        Veron Group

        VIETMISSION

        KW Vietnam


Supported by (under discussion)

(KR) Ministry of SMEs and Startups,

        Consulate General of the Reform Committee, 

        Presidential Regulatory Reform Committee,

        Presidential Commission on Architecture Policy,

        Presidential Committee on Agriculture Fisheries and Rural Policy,

        Busan Metropolitan City,

        Busan Economic Promotion Agency,

(VN) Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry(VCCI)


Contact

Forum Secretariat T. +82-2-2052-2080

Title : CICON ASEAN 5 2025

한국 아세안 비즈니스포럼

도시문화융합컨퍼런스 ASEAN 5


주 제

AI 시대 : 한국·베트남 및 아세안5의 비즈니스혁신전략



시 간

2025.10.22(수) 08:30 / 스마트시티 & 문화산업

2025.10.22(수) 18:00 / 갈라디너

2025.10.23(목) 08:30 / AI & Web 3.0


행사장소

빈펄 랜드마크 81, 그랜드볼룸 B2


주 최

(KR) 코리아씨이오서밋

         CICON 조직위원회

(VN) 베트남청년기업가협회(YBA)


주 관

(KR) 더마블스

(VN) Quynh Paris

          Today TV

          Veron Group

          VIETMISSION

          KW Vietnam


후 원

(KR) 중소벤처기업부

         주호치민대한민국총영사관(예정)

         대통령소속 규제개혁위원회

         대통령소속 국가건축정책위원회

         대통령소속 농어업·농어촌특별위원회

         부산광역시

         부산경제진흥원

(VN) 베트남상공회의소(VCCI)


사무국

Forum Secretariat T. +82-2-2052-2080

CICON ASEAN 5 2025


In December 2022, KCS, which has long served as a platform for private-sector economic and cultural diplomacy, successfully hosted the CICON Hanoi 2022 and CICON Ho Chi Minh 2023, CICON Vietnam in Hanoi 2025. Building on this momentum, we now present CICON ASEAN 5 2025, to be held this October in Ho Chi Minh City under the theme:“The Age of AI: Economic Innovation Strategies between Korea, Vietnam, and ASEAN5.”


This year’s conference will bring together experts in AI, smart cities, blockchain, and convergence industries, along with key representatives from government agencies and corporations, to share insights and build a new vision for economic cooperation between Korea and ASEAN countries in the AI era.

It is also designed to establish collaborative models that facilitate business expansion and partnerships in the smart city and cultural convergence industries. Through this initiative, we aim to broaden investment and market entry opportunities between Korea and ASEAN.


Korea has emerged as Vietnam’s No. 1 foreign investor. Trade between Korea and Vietnam grew from USD 500 million in 1992—the first year of diplomatic relations—to USD 79.4 billion in 2023, with projections to exceed USD 100 billion in the near future. This partnership is more than economic—it is a deepening relationship built on mutual cultural affinity, shared values, and strategic vision.


Korea brings capital, technology, and development expertise; Vietnam offers rich resources, a skilled workforce, and a high-potential consumer market. The two countries share cultural and political similarities that make future cooperation even more natural. From the Korean Wave to mutual economic dependency, the foundation is strong and the outlook is brighter than ever.


As we mark the 33rd anniversary of diplomatic relations between Korea and Vietnam, we invite you to join us in shaping the next chapter of Korea-ASEAN cooperation. Let’s come together to create meaningful dialogue, build partnerships, and explore innovative paths forward in this age of convergence.


Thank you.


Korea CEO Summit

Chairman, Park Bong Kyu


※ The event program will be updated continuously ※


※Only applicants and invitees can enter.

Speakers 


Day 1 - Speakers

Day 2 - Speakers

The speakers will be updated continuously.

Partners


Hosted by


              




Organized by


               

 
              

Supported by





Supported by (2)





MEDIA PARTNERS

Event


Welcome Reception

10. 21 (Tue) 17:00 ~ 21:00

An enchanting evening that merges exquisite cuisine, regal artistic performances, and traditional rituals, with the objective of reviving the essence of ancient Vietnamese culture within the core of a contemporary city.

베트남의 풍요로운 저녁을 경험하세요. 정교한 요리, 화려한 예술 공연, 전통 의식이 어우러진 자리에서, 현대 도시 한복판 호치민에서 베트남 문화의 정수를 되살리는 특별한 시간을 선사합니다.

Gala Dinner Show Performance

10.22 (Wed) 18:00 ~ 21:00


Masterpiece of Harmony

The nuanced interplay and connection between the cultures of Vietnam and Korea, along with other Asian nations, where tradition and modern creativity harmoniously coexist. This gathering celebrates heritage while bringing together emotion, art, and identity. The selected ART MASTERPIECES embody the distinctive hues of each culture, fostering vibrant harmony, mutual respect, and cultural dialogue.

베트남과 한국을 비롯한 아시아 각국 문화 간의 미묘한 상호작용과 연결, 전통과 현대적 창의성이 조화롭게 공존하는 자리입니다. 이번 모임은 유산을 기념함과 동시에 감정, 예술, 정체성이 어우러지는 만남을 의미합니다. 선정된 ART MASTERPIECES는 각 문화의 독특한 색채를 담아 활기찬 조화를 선사하며, 상호 존중과 문화적 대화를 촉진합니다.

Conference Venue


Vinpearl Landmark 81, Grand Ballroom, B2 Floor

빈펄 랜드마크 81 호텔, B2

(720A Điện Biên Phủ, Phường 22, Bình Thạnh, Hồ Chí Minh 700000 베트남)

Dinner & VIP Networking Ao Dai fashion show

Oct 23, 2025 / 18:00 PM

Thu Thiem Riverstage, HCMC

(Saigon riverside park, 16Bis Nguyễn Thiện Thành, Thủ Thiêm, Thủ Đức, Hồ Chí Minh 700000 베트남)