Hanoi, 18-19 May 2025 - In accordance with Directive No. 45-CT/TW dated April 14, 2025 from the Politburo and Plan No. 07-KH/DU dated April 29, 2025 from the Government Party Committee, the Party Committee of the Joint Stock Commercial Bank for Investment and Development of Vietnam (BIDV) convened its 15th Congress of Delegates for the 2025-2030 term. The event gathered 300 delegates representing over 12,000 Party members, symbolizing collective wisdom, unity, and determination across the organization. This Congress marks a significant milestone as the first non-grassroot level Congress under the Government Party Committee for the new term.

The Congress was honored by the presence and guidance of Comrade Nguyen Hoa Binh, Politburo Member, Permanent Deputy Secretary of the Government Party Committee, and Permanent Deputy Prime Minister. Also in attendance were senior leaders from Central Agencies, Ministries and the State Bank of Vietnam, leaders of Party organizations from the Finance and Banking Sector, Steering Group No. 2 and the support members of the Steering Group.

Permanent Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Hoa Binh attending the 15th Congress (term 2025-2030) of BIDV Party Committee - Photo: VGP/Dinh Hai

Leading up to the event, BIDV’s Party Committee and Board of Directors held a ceremonial visit to the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum on May 18, 2025, celebrating the 135th anniversary of President Ho Chi Minh’s birth. The preparatory session later that day covered organizational activities, procedural adoptions, and policy briefings, laying the groundwork for a productive official session.

During the formal session on 19 May, the Congress: reviewed the outcomes of the 2020–2025 term and outlined directions for the 2025-2030 term; evaluated the performance of the Executive Committee; elected the new Executive Committee for the 2025–2030 term; and selected delegates for the upcoming Government Party Congress.

The official session of the Congress took place on 19 May 2025 covering important contents: Approving the Report on implementation outcomes of BIDV Party Congress's resolution for the 2020 - 2025 term, the direction and tasks for the 2025 - 2030 term; Reporting  the review of the leadership and direction of BIDV's Party Executive Committee for the 2020 - 2025 term; Electing BIDV's Party Executive Committee for the 2025 - 2030 term; Electing the Delegation to attend the 1st Government Party Congress, 2025 - 2030 term, etc.

The 15th Congress of BIDV Party Committee is a model Congress and also the first non-grassroot-level Congress under the Government Party Committee in the new term - Photo: VGP/Dinh Hai

Delivering remarks at the Congress, Comrade Nguyen Hoa Binh, praised BIDV’s thoughtful and thorough preparations of BIDV's thoughtful and thorough  preparations. and recognized the Party Committee's achievements during a period of significant global and domestic challenges. He emphasized: "Amidst global and domestic challenges, the BIDV Party Committee strategically mobilized its full intellectual and resource capacities, employing innovative and distinctive approaches to effectively implement and fulfill the Resolution of the 14th Party Congress. The BIDV Party Committee has affirmed its pivotal political role and demonstrated comprehensive leadership, thereby laying a resilient foundation for the bank’s sustainable development.” The BIDV Party Committee also provided unified leadership across the entire system, clearly affirming its responsibility and role as a leading, strategic, and influential State-owned commercial bank. It has served as an effective instrument of the Party, the Government, and the State Bank in implementing monetary policy, ensuring macroeconomic stability, promoting regional development, and supporting the execution of major socio-economic programs and projects.

Comrade Nguyen Hoa Binh said: The accomplishments of the BIDV Party Committee in the recent term are remarkable, reflecting a strong spirit of unity, accountability, innovation, and unwavering effort. These achievements have significantly enhanced the stature, reputation, and brand image of the BIDV system. They serve to reinforce public trust, establish a stronger strategic position, and lay a critical foundation for the Party Committee and the entire BIDV system to successfully realize the objectives set forth in the Resolution of the 15th Party Congress—positioning BIDV as a leading bank in Southeast Asia and a key pillar in the Party and Government’s efforts to drive national socio-economic development."

Permanent Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Hoa Binh delivering a speech directing the 15th Congress of Delegates (2025-2030 term) of BIDV Party Committee - Photo: VGP/Dinh Hai

Laying a Solid Foundation, Actively Contributing to National Development

In his opening remarks at the Congress, Comrade Phan Duc Tu, Party Secretary and Chairman of the Board of Directors of BIDV, expressed sincere appreciation to the distinguished guests for attending and participating in the Congress. He emphasized: The 2020-2025 term was both a special and challenging period during which the Party Committee and the entire BIDV system demonstrated intelligence, courage, solidarity, and resilience-upholding BIDV’s core values, cultural identity, and its ability to overcome adversity to excellently fulfill the tasks entrusted by the Party, the Government, and the State Bank. These efforts have laid strong momentum for a new stage of development. The entire Party Committee remained united and dedicated to leading the comprehensive and successful implementation of the 14th Party Congress Resolution, with a focus on two strategic pillars: Party building and the fulfillment of political and operational tasks.

According to the Political Report presented by the BIDV Party Executive Committee for the 2020-2025 term, significant accomplishments were recorded:

Party building: The Party Committee made consistent progress in enhancing political, ideological, and ethical education; strengthening organizational structure and personnel work; reinforcing inspection, supervision, and disciplinary practices; improving mass mobilization; and leading the operations of trade unions and youth organizations. The Party’s leadership methodologies were also innovated in a practical and effective manner, contributing to the development of a clean and strong Party organization. The political will, leadership capacity, and combat strength of each Party cell, cadre, and Party member were substantially reinforced.

Political and business performance: The BIDV Party Committee successfully guided the system to fulfill its business objectives throughout the 2020-2025 term. As of March 31, 2025, BIDV’s total assets surpassed VND 2.8 quadrillion-maintaining its position as Vietnam’s largest commercial bank by asset size. Capital mobilization exceeded VND 2.17 quadrillion; outstanding credit surpassed VND 2.07 quadrillion. BIDV led the market in green credit, with a total outstanding balance of nearly VND 81 trillion.  All structural, efficiency, and operational safety indicators either met or exceeded the planned targets. The bank ranked among the top corporate income tax contributors in Vietnam, with over VND 33 trillion paid during 2020-2024. BIDV also achieved significant breakthroughs in its transformation strategy, covering every facet of operations: Organizational restructuring and resource optimization; Expansion in retail and wholesale banking; Accelerated green and digital transformation; Adoption of advanced technologies and enhanced system operations; Promotion of corporate culture, creative learning, and risk management.

Particularly, the Party Committee emphasized two strategic breakthroughs: human resources and technology, aimed at building internal strength and fostering innovation, creativity, and adaptability in a rapidly changing environment.

Leveraging its status as a key State-owned commercial bank, BIDV annually injects trillions of Vietnamese dong into the economy-prioritizing sectors aligned with national growth strategies, including high-impact infrastructure and major socio-economic programs. The bank also plays an active role in the open market, contributing to the reduction and stabilization of interest and exchange rates. From 2020 to 2024, BIDV voluntarily reduced over VND 34 trillion in income to lower lending rates, restructure debt, and waive fees to support businesses and individuals in overcoming economic difficulties. It also participated in supporting weak financial institutions under State directives.

In alignment with the Government’s agenda to improve the business environment, BIDV streamlined nearly 350 internal processes, creating a vital foundation for digital transformation, resource efficiency, and enhanced service delivery. BIDV also proactively contributed policy recommendations across economic, financial, and banking sectors, and developed technological solutions to comply with emerging regulations. Additionally, BIDV actively engaged in investment promotion forums, regional development initiatives, and bank-enterprise connectivity programs, strengthening its role in supporting the nation’s broader economic growth objectives.

Mr. Phan Duc Tu, Secretary of Party Committee of BIDV (14th term), Chairman of the Board of Directors, reporting at the Congress - Photo: VGP/Dinh Hai

Confidently Contributing to National Development in a New Era

In the Congress, it was affirmed that: Forty years since the initiation of national reforms, Vietnam’s foundational strength, development potential, international standing, and global reputation have been significantly elevated. The Party has affirmed that the country is now entering a pivotal new phase: The Era of National Growth. In this context, the Party and the State are intensifying reforms aimed at streamlining the political and administrative apparatus while advancing three strategic breakthroughs: institutional improvement, human resource development, and infrastructure modernization. These are supported by four core pillars of transformation: science and technology development, innovation, digital transformation, and the development of the private sector. Additionally, international economic integration and comprehensive innovation in law-making and enforcement are creating unprecedented opportunities for national progress in the new era.

Recognizing these national development trends and building on the legacy of BIDV’s 68-year journey of growth and five years of successful implementation of the 14th Party Congress Resolution, the BIDV Party Committee and the entire system are embracing new opportunities with confidence. With strong resolve, BIDV is prepared to accelerate its transition into a new phase of breakthrough growth, aligning closely with national priorities and the evolving demands of the banking industry in the era of modernization. At the Congress, the BIDV Party Committee outlined the overarching strategic goals for the 2025 - 2030 period as follows: “To enhance leadership capacity and build a clean, strong, and capable Party Committee; to ensure the comprehensive and effective leadership of the Party Committee and grassroots party organizations across the system; to position BIDV as a leading, large-scale, resilient, and green financial institution in Southeast Asia—ranked among the Top 100 banks in Asia and striving toward the Top 50 by 2025; to take the lead in corporate social responsibility and community service; and to actively contribute to the national journey into a new era of prosperity, civilization, and sustainable development."

To realize this strategic vision, the Congress adopted six key tasks encompassing all areas of Party and operational development: (i) Strengthen Party Building: Foster clean, strong, and disciplined Party, government, and socio-political organizations across all levels. (ii) Innovate Leadership Practices: Modernize and improve the Party’s leadership methods, optimize organizational structure, and enhance operational effectiveness. (iii) Enhance Strategic Foresight: Proactively monitor and anticipate market fluctuations to formulate and implement effective, timely response strategies. (iv) Develop a Robust Ecosystem: Build and optimize BIDV’s operational ecosystem in a practical, cohesive, and results-driven manner. (v) Promote Learning and Culture: Cultivate a culture of learning, creativity, and innovation, while deepening the development of BIDV’s corporate culture. (vi) Accelerate Digital Transformation: Drive innovation and fully integrate information technology into all areas of operation, ensuring a comprehensive and sustained digital transformation.

At the Congress, three strategic breakthroughs were clearly identified as essential drivers of BIDV’s transformation in the new era. In the Congress, three breakthroughs were also identified: (i) Institutional and Operational Reform: Strengthen institutional frameworks and business operations through advanced technology platforms, accelerating the transformation of business models and organizational structure toward leaner, more efficient and high-performing systems. (ii) Human Capital Development: Enhance the quality and capabilities of Party members and the workforce to meet the evolving demands of the next development phase. (iii) Technological Innovation: Promote the widespread adoption of science, technology, and innovation, with a strong focus on driving comprehensive digital transformation across all areas of operation.

To support the realization of these strategic goals, the Congress elected the BIDV Party Executive Committee for the 2025–2030 term, comprising 37 members. At its inaugural session, the Executive Committee elected an 11-member Party Standing Committee to lead ongoing strategic direction. Additionally, the Congress elected a delegation of 14 official and 3 alternate delegates to represent BIDV at the 1st Government Party Congress for the 2025–2030 term.

The 14th Executive Committee of the Party Committee of the Joint Stock Commercial Bank for Investment and Development of Vietnam (BIDV), 2025-2030 term, was introduced to the congress.

Guided by the Congress Resolution - and fueled by determination, unity, and unwavering effort -the BIDV Party Committee and the entire system are committed to fulfilling the strategic goals and tasks set forth for the 2025-2030 term. These efforts will lay a strong foundation for long-term, sustainable, and prosperous development, while reaffirming BIDV’s position as a pillar of the national economy. As a core State-owned commercial bank, BIDV will continue to serve as a vital instrument of the Party and Government in executing national monetary policy and contributing meaningfully to “the country's advancement in this new era of dynamic, inclusive, and civilized growth”.

PERFORMANCE HIGHLIGHTS OF THE BIDV PARTY COMMITTEE DURING THE 2020-2025 TERM

The BIDV Party Committee was initially established as a grassroots-level Party organization under Decision No. 190-QĐ/DUK dated July 23, 2007, issued by the Party Committee of Central Enterprises. It was later recognized as the overarching Party Committee of the entire BIDV system under Decision No. 1160-QĐ/DUK dated March 1, 2023. As of January 24, 2025, pursuant to Decision No. 243-QĐ/TW of the Party Secretariat, the BIDV Party Committee officially operates under the Government Party Committee, comprising over 12,000 Party members across 251 affiliated Party organizations.

During the 2020–2025 term, the BIDV Party Committee made significant strides, successfully and comprehensively fulfilling all 12 key targets set by the Resolution of the 14th Party Congress. Its achievements were reflected in two main areas:

1. Party building:

• Achieved excellent overall performance for four consecutive years, with especially outstanding results in 2022, 2023, and 2024.
• Maintained a high rate of completion among grassroots Party organizations, with 90–99.6% fulfilling or exceeding performance expectations (surpassing the 85% target).
• Achieved a high standard of individual performance, with 97–98.8% of Party members rated as fully qualified or better (exceeding the 90% target).
• Recruited 2,605 new Party members, surpassing the planned target of 2,430.

2. Fulfillment of Political and Business Objectives:

• Maintained average total asset growth of 13.3% per year, outperforming the target range of 9–13% and reinforcing BIDV’s position as the largest commercial bank in Vietnam.
• Achieved average annual capital mobilization growth of 12.8% (target: 11–14%).
• Recorded average annual credit growth of 12.9% (target: 9–13%).
• Reported average annual pre-tax profit growth of 24.3%, significantly exceeding the target of 13–16%.
• Controlled the non-performing loan (NPL) ratio at 1.27%, below the maximum target of 2%.
• Reached a Return on Assets (ROA) of 1% (target: above 0.8%).
• Attained a Return on Equity (ROE) of 19.5% (target: 13–14%).
• All key prudential and operational safety indicators were maintained in strict compliance with regulations set by the State Bank of Vietnam and aligned with international standards.

*. Prestigious Awards and Honors Conferred upon (2020 - 2025)

During the 2020–2025 period, BIDV has been proud to make significant contributions to the socio-economic development of Vietnam and neighboring countries. In recognition of these efforts, BIDV was honored to receive several distinguished accolades, including the Third-Class Labor Medal from the State of Vietnam, the Second-Class Development Medal from the State of Laos, and the Sahametrei Medal, Moha Sena Class, conferred by His Majesty the King of Cambodia.

In addition to these state-level honors, BIDV earned widespread recognition from ministries, respected domestic and international organizations, business partners, and the broader community. Notable distinctions include: “National Brand”, “Top 1000 Listed Enterprises Worldwide”, “Top 10 Largest Banks in Southeast Asia”, “Best SME Bank in Southeast Asia”, “Best SME Bank in Vietnam”, “Best Retail Bank in Vietnam”, “Best Enterprise for Digital Transformation in Vietnam”, “Sustainable Development Enterprise”, “Best Workplace in Asia”, “Enterprise for the Community”, among others.