Watch the Chandler Good Government Index 2025 Asia Regional Knowledge Sharing Forum

Programme

Opening and Closing Remarks
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Manh Hung
Vice President, Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics (HCMA)
Vice Chairman, Central Theoretical Council

Welcome Remarks
Mr. Lam Yi Young
Member, Board of Directors, Chandler Institute of Governance
Former Deputy Secretary (Industry), Ministry of Trade and Industry, Singapore

Key Insights from the Chandler Good Government Index 2025
Mr. Dinesh Naidu
Director (Knowledge), Chandler Institute of Governance

Panel Discussion and Q&A – Advancing High Performance Government in Asia: Leadership, Financial Management, and Vibrant Economies

This panel discussion will examine how governments across Asia are strengthening the capabilities required for high performance government, with particular attention to strategic leadership, effective financial stewardship and the creation of vibrant, competitive economies. Drawing on insights from the Chandler Good Government Index 2025, panellists will share experiences, lessons and approaches that support long-term planning, responsible resource management and improved outcomes for citizens.

Panellists are:

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Manh Hung, Vice President, Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics (HCMA)
Mr. Nguyen Quang Vinh, Vice Executive Chairman, Viet Nam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) and Chairman, Viet Nam Business Council for Sustainable Development (VBCSD)
Mr. Nguyen Tu Long, Deputy Director General, Department of Civil Servants and Public Employees, Ministry of Home Affairs, Viet Nam
Dr. Bui Phuong Dinh, Vice President, Academy of Public Administration and Governance (APAG)
Mr. Lam Yi Young, Board Member, CIG, and Former Deputy Secretary (Industry), Ministry of Trade and Industry, Singapore
Ms. Sabina A. Stein, Assistant Resident Representative, and Head, Governance and Participation Unit, UNDP Viet Nam
Mr. Rodney Scott, Former Chief Policy Advisor, Public Service Commission of New Zealand

Moderator:

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hoang Mai, Dean, Faculty of Human Resource Management, Academy of Public Administration and Governance (APAG)