Other BriefingsAdministrative Penalties for Tax and Invoice Violations: Key Amendments and Business Implications
Effective from January 16, 2026, Decree 310/2025 significantly overhauls Vietnam's administrative penalties for tax and invoice violations.
Vietnam’s E-Commerce Law 2025: Key Provisions and Business Implications
Effective July 1, 2026, Vietnam’s E-Commerce Law will regulate all activities of domestic and foreign entities on e-commerce platforms.
Understanding Vietnam’s Middle Class in 2025: Size, Spending Patterns, and Opportunities for Businesses
Vietnam aims to achieve upper-middle-income status by 2035, with its middle class projected to reach 26 percent of the population by 2026.
Vietnam Coffee Market: A Deep Dive into Its Consumers, Challenges, and Prospects
Vietnam's coffee market is experiencing significant growth and evolving consumer preferences, driven by positive export performance and demand.
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Administrative Penalties for Tax and Invoice Violations: Key Amendments and Business Implications
Legal & Regulatory Jan 05 -
New National Center Backs Vietnam’s Semiconductor Push
Industries Jan 02 -
Vietnam’s Tax and Accounting Updates for Businesses in 2026
Tax & Accounting Dec 31 -
Vietnam Mandates Centralized Electronic Labor Contracts from July 2026: Key Requirements under Decree 337
Human Resources & Payroll Dec 31 -
Exploring the Vietnam International Financial Center: Part 1 – Scope, Governance, and Regulatory Framework
Economy & Trade Dec 30
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Economy & Trade
Exploring the Vietnam International Financial Center: Part 1 – Scope, Governance, and Regulatory Framework
Dec 30This article outlines the scope, governance, and regulatory framework of the Vietnam International Financial Center.
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An Introduction to Doing Business in Vietnam 2026 – New Publication Out
Economy & Trade Dec 19“An Introduction to Doing Business in Vietnam 2026”, the latest publication from Vietnam Briefing and supported by Dezan Shira & Associates, is out now and available for free download through the Asia Briefing Publication Store.
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Unlock Your Retail Growth for Vietnam's 2026 Holiday Season
Economy & Trade Dec 17The holiday season is a critical period for Vietnam’s retail sector, with Tet alone accounting for roughly 20 percent of annual FMCG revenue.
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How Vietnam Plans to Improve Urban Air Quality: Insights for Businesses
Economy & Trade Dec 03Vietnam's recent air pollution mitigation plan introduces tighter emission regulations, sets environmental goals, and prioritizes 25 projects to enhance urban air quality.
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US–Vietnam Trade Trends 2025: Top Ports, States, and Sectors
Economy & Trade Nov 28US–Vietnam trade continues to grow, with key states leading most of the activity. Vietnam depends on US exports for production inputs, forming an integrated trade network supported by major transport hubs.
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Selling to the Vietnam Market: Winning Strategies for Foreign Retailers
Published: March 2025
Vietnam, an emerging market in Southeast Asia, presents lucrative opportunities for foreign business... -
Investing in Vietnam's Modernizing Logistics Sector
Published: December 2024In this edition of Vietnam Briefing Magazine, we provide investors with essential insights and resou...
Tax & Accounting
Administrative Penalties for Tax and Invoice Violations: Key Amendments and Business Implications
Jan 05Effective from January 16, 2026, Decree 310/2025 significantly overhauls Vietnam's administrative penalties for tax and invoice violations.
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Vietnam’s Tax and Accounting Updates for Businesses in 2026
Tax & Accounting Dec 31Recent regulatory updates on Vietnam's tax and accounting affect foreign firms, requiring timely preparation for implementation.
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Capital Transfer Taxation and Exclusions Under Decree 320: A Practical Guide
Tax & Accounting Dec 30We explain Vietnam's application of corporate income tax (CIT) to capital transfers under Decree No. 320/2025/ND-CP
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Updated CIT Compliance in Vietnam: Key Provisions of Decree 320/2025
Tax & Accounting Dec 19Decree No. 320/2025/ND-CP signifies a thorough overhaul of Vietnam’s corporate income tax system, clearly defining rules on the scope of taxpayers, withholding responsibilities, capital transfers, and incentives.
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Vietnam’s New VAT Law in 2026: Key Compliance Guidance
Tax & Accounting Dec 15We review the latest updates to Vietnam's Value-Added Tax (VAT) Law, aimed at supporting business recovery after the typhoon season and resolving the current bottleneck in VAT refunds.
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An Introduction to Doing Business in ASEAN 2026
Published: December 2025This publication is designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing in all 11 ASEAN countries an... -
An Introduction to Doing Business in Vietnam 2026
Published: December 2025Vietnam is at a pivotal point in its development, aiming for high-value, innovation-led growth. The ...
Legal & Regulatory
Administrative Penalties for Tax and Invoice Violations: Key Amendments and Business Implications
Jan 05Effective from January 16, 2026, Decree 310/2025 significantly overhauls Vietnam's administrative penalties for tax and invoice violations.
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Exploring the Vietnam International Financial Center: Part 1 – Scope, Governance, and Regulatory Framework
Legal & Regulatory Dec 30This article outlines the scope, governance, and regulatory framework of the Vietnam International Financial Center.
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Understanding Vietnam’s Amended Investment Law: Key Changes for Businesses
Legal & Regulatory Dec 24Effective March 1, 2026, Vietnam's amended Investment Law is set to overhaul the investment management regime, creating easier entry for foreign investors.
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Formalizing Artificial Intelligence Governance: Vietnam’s First AI Law
Legal & Regulatory Dec 24Effective March 1, 2026, Vietnam AI Law introduces one of the world’s first comprehensive AI regulatory frameworks, outlining risk-based classifications, compliance requirements, innovation incentives, and strategic opportunities for businesses.
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Vietnam Amends Intellectual Property Law: Key Changes for Businesses
Legal & Regulatory Dec 23Vietnam has recently updated its Intellectual Property Law to better suit its growing digital economy and enhance rights holders' enforcement.
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Complying with Vietnam’s Personal Data Protection Decree
Published: May 2024This report dives into the respective regulations that encompass Vietnam's personal data protection ... -
An Introduction to Doing Business in ASEAN 2026
Published: December 2025This publication is designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing in all 11 ASEAN countries an...
Industries
New National Center Backs Vietnam’s Semiconductor Push
Jan 02Vietnam enhances its backing for the semiconductor industry by launching the Vietnam National Multi-Project Wafer Coordination Center.
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Formalizing Artificial Intelligence Governance: Vietnam’s First AI Law
Industries Dec 24Effective March 1, 2026, Vietnam AI Law introduces one of the world’s first comprehensive AI regulatory frameworks, outlining risk-based classifications, compliance requirements, innovation incentives, and strategic opportunities for businesses.
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Unlock Your Retail Growth for Vietnam's 2026 Holiday Season
Industries Dec 17The holiday season is a critical period for Vietnam’s retail sector, with Tet alone accounting for roughly 20 percent of annual FMCG revenue.
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Sourcing Biodegradable Packaging in Vietnam: Regulatory and Market Overview
Industries Dec 17Biodegradable packaging is becoming more popular in Vietnam as stricter environmental rules and sustainability goals increase the need for regulatory compliance.
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How Vietnam Plans to Improve Urban Air Quality: Insights for Businesses
Industries Dec 03Vietnam's recent air pollution mitigation plan introduces tighter emission regulations, sets environmental goals, and prioritizes 25 projects to enhance urban air quality.
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Selling to the Vietnam Market: Winning Strategies for Foreign Retailers
Published: March 2025Vietnam, an emerging market in Southeast Asia, presents lucrative opportunities for foreign business... -
Investing in Vietnam's Modernizing Logistics Sector
Published: December 2024In this edition of Vietnam Briefing Magazine, we provide investors with essential insights and resou...
HR & Payroll
Vietnam Mandates Centralized Electronic Labor Contracts from July 2026: Key Requirements under Decree 337
Dec 31From July 1, 2026, Vietnam’s government mandates that all electronic labor contracts must be digitally managed on a centralized platform.
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2026 Vietnam Public Holiday Schedule: Four-Day New Year Break Approved
HR & Payroll Dec 25Vietnam has announced a four-day break for the 2026 New Year, from Thursday, January 1 to Sunday, January 4, 2026.
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Vietnam Amends Personal Income Tax Law: Key Highlights and Business Implications
HR & Payroll Dec 10Vietnam’s National Assembly approves the amended Law on Personal Income Tax, aiming to broaden the tax base while lowering inequality.
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Vietnam E-Visa: A Complete Guide
HR & Payroll Dec 09Vietnam’s e-visa program makes it easier and faster for visitors to Vietnam to enter the country. The country has recently added 41 new ports that accept e-visas for entry, bringing the total to 83.
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Typhoon Koto Update: Current Status, Forecasts, and Preparedness Measures
HR & Payroll Nov 27Typhoon Koto (Storm No. 15) has intensified over the central South China Sea, bringing dangerous winds and rough seas.
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An Introduction to Doing Business in ASEAN 2026
Published: December 2025This publication is designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing in all 11 ASEAN countries an... -
An Introduction to Doing Business in Vietnam 2026
Published: December 2025Vietnam is at a pivotal point in its development, aiming for high-value, innovation-led growth. The ...
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