Vietnam's e-commerce landscape witnessed the entry of Chinese e-commerce giant Temu in late 2024, drawing legal scrutiny. We discuss why authorities are paying close attention and offer strategic considerations for global online sellers and platform operators.
Vietnam's robust agri-export growth in 2024 highlights significant investment opportunities in agri-processing, AgriTech, cold chain logistics, digital transformation, and sustainable production zones, driven by rising global demand and strategic government support.
Vietnam’s Digital Infrastructure Strategy, approved in October 2024, identifies priority areas for investment, providing clear guidance for foreign firms looking to engage with Vietnam's growing digital economy.
Vietnam’s Prime Minister issued a directive to boost demand, support production, and promote market development, including in e-commerce, to strengthen the domestic economy.
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Vietnam's robust agri-export growth in 2024 highlights significant investment opportunities in agri-processing, AgriTech, cold chain logistics, digital transformation, and sustainable production zones, driven by rising global demand and strategic government support.
Effective November 2, Vietnam has eased foreign investor access to its stock market by eliminating the 100-percent pre-funding requirement for transactions. Going forward, securities companies must assess the payment risk of foreign institutional investors to determine the necessary funds when placing stock purchase orders.
Are you wondering how Vietnam’s economy grew so fast over the years? Find out the factors that led to rapid economic progress in Vietnam.
We discuss the unique advantages of Vietnam's Economic Zones (EZs), highlighting their appeal to foreign investors drawn by incentives, advanced industrial infrastructure, and logistics connectivity.
To avoid triggering Permanent Establishment (PE) status, investors must thoroughly understand Vietnam's regulatory framework for representative offices (ROs) and PEs. This ensures compliance, minimizes tax liability, and mitigates legal risks.
We examine the reasons authorities may temporarily restrict individuals from exiting Vietnam due to tax debts and outline key steps to help avoid these situations.
Understand how Vietnam's property tax regime impacts the country's real estate market, supporting infrastructure, and investment decisions.
Foreign property owners in Vietnam, both resident and non-resident, are required to adhere to the same tax regulations as Vietnamese citizens.
Vietnam's special consumption tax, or excise tax, applies to the production or import of specific luxury and non-essential goods and certain services.
Vietnam's Decree 115 creates a strong legal framework for investor selection and bidding in land-use projects. We discuss key provisions.
Specific regulatory requirements and restrictions apply to foreign investors aiming to establish or acquire project companies within Vietnam.
We profile the top industries in Hung Yen and outline the steps and documentation needed for setting up an FDI company in the province.
The management of on-the-spot export and import activities in Vietnam has exposed certain shortcomings, prompting the government to plan reforms to align with international standards and ensure fairness across different types of businesses.
Vietnam's rooftop solar sector is poised for significant investment growth with the release of a new draft decree in early October 2024. This article examines the proposed changes in the decree and how they are expected to facilitate commercial and foreign investment opportunities in the country’s renewable energy sector and technology firms.
Vietnam's e-commerce landscape witnessed the entry of Chinese e-commerce giant Temu in late 2024, drawing legal scrutiny. We discuss why authorities are paying close attention and offer strategic considerations for global online sellers and platform operators.
A recently published report on Vietnam's top 500 enterprises and 500 largest private companies in 2024 showcases which sectors are among key contributors to the country's economic growth, suggesting improved prospects for businesses.
We profile the top industries in Hung Yen and outline the steps and documentation needed for setting up an FDI company in the province.
The 2024-25 Vietnam Manufacturing Tracker offers the latest data, insights, and policy updates to keep foreign investors and analysts informed about the industry.
Vietnam’s Digital Infrastructure Strategy, approved in October 2024, identifies priority areas for investment, providing clear guidance for foreign firms looking to engage with Vietnam's growing digital economy.
In 2025, workers in Vietnam are set to benefit from extended public holiday periods compared to the 2024 schedule. Businesses must plan in advance.
Female workers are key to Vietnam’s labor force, with their rights protected by laws and strengthened through ongoing reforms, promoting gender equality.
Vietnam’s e-visa program makes it easier and faster for visitors to Vietnam to enter the country. Here’s who is eligible for an e-visa and how to apply.
The Vietnam government is positively considering a 9-day Tet break for 2025 from January 25 to February 2. Proposals for extended breaks during other national holidays are also under review. Foreign investors and vendors planning business meetings should be mindful of the country’s public holiday schedules when arranging visits.
Earned Wage Access (EWA) services is a relatively new fintech concept in Vietnam, aligning with policies aimed at promoting financial inclusion. Although this service segment is still in its early development stage, it has the potential to provide financial services and products to a significant underbanked population that often relies on dubious loan providers.
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