[Support Partner] Viet Startup INTERchange China 2026: Connecting Hanoi Startups with Asia’s Leading Innovation Hubs
At LOTTE Ventures Vietnam, we believe that startup growth is driven not only by capital, but also by exposure to global markets, cross-border networks, and the operating know-how of leading innovation ecosystems. Building international connections early is often what separates a startup that scales regionally from one that stays local, and we are glad to see programs that open this door for Vietnam’s founders.
We are glad to share this opportunity from BambuUP, a valued partner in Vietnam’s innovation ecosystem, in coordination with the Hanoi Investment Promotion and Enterprise Support Center (SCE): Viet Startup INTERchange China 2026, now in its 5th edition. This study and networking program will bring 30 Hanoi-based startups to Shanghai and Suzhou for a week of immersive learning, site visits, and ecosystem connections, with 70% of participation costs supported by the state budget.
Program Highlights
Selected startups will spend 7 days learning and connecting across two of China’s leading innovation hubs:
- Shanghai, ranked the 4th largest startup ecosystem in Asia and 11th globally (Startup Genome 2026)
- Suzhou, known as China’s “Manufacturing Silicon Valley”
The itinerary includes 12+ dedicated working sessions with government agencies, investment funds, startups, incubators, and leading technology corporations, along with peer learning sessions among Hanoi’s own standout startups. Participants who complete the program will receive a certificate from the City of Hanoi.
In-Depth Training Content
Throughout the program, startups will have the opportunity to:
- Learn directly from professors and experts at leading Chinese universities and innovation centers
- Study B2B thinking and commercialization strategy from major technology corporations
- Visit Suzhou Industrial Park (SIP), one of Asia’s leading high-tech industrial zones
- Learn scale-up lessons from Chinese startups
- Explore smart city models and digital infrastructure in practice
Eligibility
- Headquartered in Hanoi
- Established for no more than 5 years
- Has an established innovative product or service
Priority Criteria
- Recipients of startup or innovation awards
- Have received investment or have a committed investment
- Backed by startup or innovation support organizations
Program Information
Expected Program Dates: October 18–24, 2026
For application details and to apply, please visit: https://forms.gle/sojVx4r8LgtjCHxA7