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The Vietnamese government regulates probationary contracts to protect workers' rights, with a clear legal framework in place for the initial employment phase. This article examines the types of probationary contracts in Vietnam and their corresponding social insurance obligations.
Industrial Zones in Vietnam: 2025-2030 Growth Outlook
With over 400 planned industrial zones and an 80 percent occupancy rate, Vietnam’s industrial real estate market is set for substantial growth, with development plans through 2030 reinforcing its status as a key Southeast Asian production hub.
Understanding the Updates to Vietnam's Tax Codes in 2025
Effective February 6, 2025, Circular 86/2024/TT-BTC will replace Circular 105/2020/TT-BTC, which previously governed tax registration procedures in Vietnam.
Investment Support Fund for High-Tech Enterprises in Vietnam: Decree 182
Vietnam's Investment Support Fund (ISF) provides financial aid for training, R&D, fixed asset investment, high-tech product manufacturing, social infrastructure, and other government-approved cases. We discuss the eligibility criteria and application process.
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Vietnam’s New VAT Law: Key Compliance Guidance
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Vietnam’s Legal Framework for Probationary Contracts: Implications for Businesses
Human Resources & Payroll Feb 19 -
Dispute Resolution Methods in Vietnam and the Advantages of Arbitration
Legal & Regulatory Feb 18 -
How Vietnam Will Implement the Global Minimum Tax: Draft Decree Guiding Resolution 107
Tax & Accounting Feb 18 -
Vietnam’s Regulatory Framework for Corporate Restructuring
Legal & Regulatory Feb 17
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Economy & Trade
Vietnam and Czechia Elevate Relations to Strategic Partnership
Feb 07On January 20, 2025, Vietnam and Czechia upgraded their relations to a Strategic Partnership, deepening bilateral ties and investment.
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Vietnam’s Carbon Market Development: Objectives and Implementation Plan Under Decision 232
Economy & Trade Feb 04On January 24, 2025, Vietnam’s Prime Minister issued Decision No. 232/QD-TTg, approving a project to develop the country’s carbon market.
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Vietnam's Tourism Boom During Tet 2025: Leading Destinations and Insights
Economy & Trade Feb 03We look at the numbers behind Vietnam's tourism sector boom during the Tet 2025 holidays, with 8 localities earning more than VND 1 trillion.
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How to Establish a Bonded Warehouse in Vietnam
Economy & Trade Jan 28We discuss requirements for businesses interested in establishing a bonded warehouse in Vietnam, including necessary steps, documents, and regulations.
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Vietnam Seeks Early Accession to the OECD
Economy & Trade Jan 24Vietnam seeks to join the OECD to align its policies with international best practices and governance standards and boost investor appeal.
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Investing in Vietnam's Modernizing Logistics Sector
Published: December 2024
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The ASEAN Education Market: Trends, Challenges, and Investment Pathways
Published: November 2024The latest issue of ASEAN Briefing magazine explores these opportunities in depth, providing a compr...
Tax & Accounting
Vietnam’s New VAT Law: Key Compliance Guidance
Feb 20We examine Vietnam's new Value Added Tax (VAT) Law, set to take effect on July 1, 2025, which introduces significant changes to the country's VAT regulations, along with recent clarifications by the Ministry of Finance.
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How Vietnam Will Implement the Global Minimum Tax: Draft Decree Guiding Resolution 107
Tax & Accounting Feb 18We discuss the Vietnam draft decree outlining the implementation of Resolution 107 and the Global Minimum Tax (GMT) under GloBE rules, introducing tax administration requirements and CIT measures to combat tax avoidance by MNCs.
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Understanding the Updates to Vietnam's Tax Codes in 2025
Tax & Accounting Feb 06Effective February 6, 2025, Circular 86/2024/TT-BTC will replace Circular 105/2020/TT-BTC, which previously governed tax registration procedures in Vietnam.
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Vietnam’s Personal Tax Code: Key Changes under Circular 86
Tax & Accounting Jan 29Circular 86 will be implemented in two phases: the first phase, effective February 6, 2025, enforces all provisions except for the use of citizen ID numbers in tax-related functions. In the second phase, starting July 1, 2025, ID numbers will officially replace tax codes.
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An Overview of Vietnam’s Environmental Protection Tax in 2025
Tax & Accounting Jan 03On the books since 2010, Vietnam’s Environmental Protection Tax has been a key pillar of Vietnam’s transition to a cleaner, greener economy. In this article, we break down the key details foreign investors should know.
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An Introduction to Doing Business in ASEAN 2025
Published: January 2025This publication is designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing in all ten ASEAN countries a... -
An Introduction to Doing Business in Vietnam 2025
Published: January 2025Vietnam is now a significant player in international trade, fueled by robust manufacturing growth an...
Legal & Regulatory
Dispute Resolution Methods in Vietnam and the Advantages of Arbitration
Feb 18We discuss common dispute resolution methods in Vietnam, existing legal frameworks, and challenges faced by foreign stakeholders. In particular, we highlight the advantages of arbitration in resolving business conflicts.
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Vietnam’s Regulatory Framework for Corporate Restructuring
Legal & Regulatory Feb 17Vietnam’s regulatory framework for corporate restructuring is comprehensive, balancing the need for corporate flexibility with the protection of stakeholders. We discuss key legal stipulations and compliance obligations.
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Vietnam’s Amended Pharmaceutical Law: Navigating the Key Changes
Legal & Regulatory Feb 11Vietnam’s amended Law on Pharmacy, set to take effect on July 1, 2025, introduces key reforms to modernize the pharmaceutical sector. The new provisions expand e-commerce sales, streamline drug registration, enhance market access for foreign-invested enterprises (FIEs), and improve price transparency.
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Why Companies in Vietnam Choose to Restructure Their Businesses
Legal & Regulatory Feb 05Businesses in Vietnam, both domestic and foreign-invested, may pursue restructuring for various reasons. We discuss options under Vietnam law.
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Vietnam’s Carbon Market Development: Objectives and Implementation Plan Under Decision 232
Legal & Regulatory Feb 04On January 24, 2025, Vietnam’s Prime Minister issued Decision No. 232/QD-TTg, approving a project to develop the country’s carbon market.
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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 2025
Published: January 2025This publication is designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing in all ten ASEAN countries a...
Industries
Industrial Zones in Vietnam: 2025-2030 Growth Outlook
Feb 11With over 400 planned industrial zones and an 80 percent occupancy rate, Vietnam’s industrial real estate market is set for substantial growth, with development plans through 2030 reinforcing its status as a key Southeast Asian production hub.
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Vietnam’s Carbon Market Development: Objectives and Implementation Plan Under Decision 232
Industries Feb 04On January 24, 2025, Vietnam’s Prime Minister issued Decision No. 232/QD-TTg, approving a project to develop the country’s carbon market.
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Vietnam’s AI Sector in 2025: Regulatory Frameworks and Opportunities for Investors
Industries Jan 31We discuss Vietnam's growing AI sector, regulatory developments expected in 2025, and highlight key regional players. With government-backed incentives and a proposed regulatory sandbox, the outlook for digital technology investors is promising.
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Vietnam’s 2030 Vision: Investment Opportunities in Education, Training, R&D
Industries Jan 27Vietnam’s 2030 goals in education, training, and science & technology present various opportunities for international collaboration in R&D, higher education, EdTech, and sustainability.
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HCMC Metro Planning and Transit-Oriented Development: Opportunities for Foreign Investment
Industries Jan 21Ho Chi Minh City is addressing worsening traffic congestion through metro planning, creating essential infrastructure for sustainable urban growth and attractive opportunities for private investors.
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Investing in Vietnam's Modernizing Logistics Sector
Published: December 2024In this edition of Vietnam Briefing Magazine, we provide investors with essential insights and resou... -
The ASEAN Education Market: Trends, Challenges, and Investment Pathways
Published: November 2024The latest issue of ASEAN Briefing magazine explores these opportunities in depth, providing a compr...
HR & Payroll
Vietnam’s Legal Framework for Probationary Contracts: Implications for Businesses
Feb 19The Vietnamese government regulates probationary contracts to protect workers' rights, with a clear legal framework in place for the initial employment phase. This article examines the types of probationary contracts in Vietnam and their corresponding social insurance obligations.
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Vietnam's 2025 Job Market: Opportunities and Challenges
HR & Payroll Feb 12Vietnam's 2025 job market post-Tet is set for dynamic shifts, with increased hiring and job mobility across sectors. We present key market insights from HCMC, Hanoi, and prominent industrial hubs.
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Vietnam’s Personal Tax Code: Key Changes under Circular 86
HR & Payroll Jan 29Circular 86 will be implemented in two phases: the first phase, effective February 6, 2025, enforces all provisions except for the use of citizen ID numbers in tax-related functions. In the second phase, starting July 1, 2025, ID numbers will officially replace tax codes.
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Commuting During Tet: Strategies for Businesses in Vietnam
HR & Payroll Jan 20With Tet approaching, businesses in Vietnam are urged to adopt strategies to navigate severe traffic congestion in major cities like Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City as authorities work to alleviate gridlocks.
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Vietnam’s New Trade Union Law: Key Changes and Foreign Workers’ Rights
HR & Payroll Jan 03We examine Vietnam’s New Trade Union Law, which will come into force from July 1, 2025, and is expected to bring about notable changes to protect the rights of foreign workers in Vietnam.
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An Introduction to Doing Business in ASEAN 2025
Published: January 2025This publication is designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing in all ten ASEAN countries a... -
An Introduction to Doing Business in Vietnam 2025
Published: January 2025Vietnam is now a significant player in international trade, fueled by robust manufacturing growth an...
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