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Understanding How Vietnam's Middle Class Is Reshaping Consumer Spending
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US Imposes Section 301 Tariff on Vietnam: Key Measures and Business Implications
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Vietnam Streamlines Exit Suspension Procedures for Tax Debtors
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Legal & Regulatory Jul 21
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Economy & Trade
Understanding How Vietnam's Middle Class Is Reshaping Consumer Spending
Jul 28Vietnam's expanding middle class, rising incomes and evolving consumer spending habits are creating new opportunities for foreign businesses across key sectors in 2026.
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US Imposes Section 301 Tariff on Vietnam: Key Measures and Business Implications
Economy & Trade Jul 26The US has imposed a 12.5-percent Section 301 tariff on Vietnamese imports, with product-specific exemptions. Learn what the new measures mean for exporters.
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Vietnam Economy H1 2026: GDP, FDI, Trade and Manufacturing Review
Economy & Trade Jul 20Explore Vietnam's H1 2026 economic performance, including GDP growth, FDI, manufacturing, trade, labour market trends, and the outlook for foreign investors.
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European Firms Remain Optimistic on Vietnam: Highlights from EuroCham Q2 2026 BCI
Economy & Trade Jul 16EuroCham's Q2 2026 Business Confidence Index shows European business confidence in Vietnam rising despite global uncertainty, supported by resilient demand and investment.
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Is Vietnam the Right Market for Your Business? A Decision Framework for Foreign Investors
Economy & Trade Jul 10Assess whether Vietnam fits your business model with a practical framework covering market demand, entry options, locations, partners, costs, and supply chains.
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Manufacturing in Vietnam: Regional Clusters and Site Selection for Production Expansion
Published: March 2026
Vietnam’s manufacturing industry has transformed from a low-cost assembly hub into a key part of g... -
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...
Tax & Accounting
Vietnam Streamlines Exit Suspension Procedures for Tax Debtors
Jul 23Vietnam’s Decree 252 introduces faster removal of exit suspensions, tax debt thresholds, and a 120-day grace period for taxpayers.
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Vietnam's Four New Tax Decrees: Why Businesses Must Treat Compliance as an Integrated Exercise
Tax & Accounting Jul 22Learn how Vietnam's four new tax decrees, effective 1 July 2026, affect tax administration, PIT, e-invoicing and transfer pricing compliance.
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Vietnam Consolidates Transfer Pricing Rules under Decree 255/2026
Tax & Accounting Jul 15Issued June 30, 2026, Decree 255/2026/ND-CP consolidates Vietnam's transfer pricing framework for related-party transactions.
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Complying with Vietnam's New Capital Transfer Taxation Rules
Tax & Accounting Jul 15We explain Vietnam's application of corporate income tax (CIT) to capital transfer under the new regulation regime.
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Representative Office Compliance in Vietnam: Operations, Tax, and PIT Risks
Tax & Accounting Jul 09Representative offices enable foreign companies to establish a presence in Vietnam, but ongoing compliance and personal income tax (PIT) risks require careful management.
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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
Vietnam Revises High-Tech Park Rules: What Investors Need to Know
Jul 21Decree 260/2026 introduces stricter requirements, expanded incentives and new compliance rules for investors in Vietnam's high-tech parks.
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How to Stay Compliant with Vietnam’s New Personal Data Protection Regime
Legal & Regulatory Jul 18Learn who must comply with Vietnam's Personal Data Protection Law, key filing obligations, penalties, and practical compliance steps for 2026.
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46 High-Risk AI Systems to Face Enhanced Regulatory Oversight in Vietnam
Legal & Regulatory Jul 09Vietnam prescribes 46 high-risk artificial intelligence (AI) systems, clarifying the technologies subject to enhanced regulatory oversight.
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Representative Office Compliance in Vietnam: Operations, Tax, and PIT Risks
Legal & Regulatory Jul 09Representative offices enable foreign companies to establish a presence in Vietnam, but ongoing compliance and personal income tax (PIT) risks require careful management.
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Vietnam Regulatory Update July 2026: A New Compliance Landscape for Investors
Legal & Regulatory Jul 02More than 60 laws and decrees take effect as part of Vietnam's July 2026 regulatory update, affecting taxation, digital business, customs, investment, and corporate compliance.
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Vietnam's New Personal Data Protection Rules: Compliance, Governance, and Risk Management Guide
Published: June 2026Vietnam's new personal data protection framework introduces significant compliance and governance ob... -
Complying with Vietnam’s Personal Data Protection Decree
Published: May 2024This report dives into the respective regulations that encompass Vietnam's personal data protection ...
Industries
Vietnam Manufacturing Tracker: A First-Half 2026 Review
Jul 14The Vietnam Manufacturing Tracker provides the latest data, industrial production indicators, and export performance insights to help investors monitor Vietnam’s fast-evolving manufacturing landscape.
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Export Manufacturing in Vietnam: Logistics, Incentives, and Setup Considerations
Industries Jun 22Learn how to establish an export manufacturing enterprise in Vietnam, evaluate logistics and site selection factors.
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Nordic Manufacturing Investment in Vietnam: Opportunities in High-Value Production
Industries Jun 18Nordic manufacturing investment in Vietnam is rising as companies seek resilient supply chains, sustainable production, and access to Asia's growing markets.
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From Outsourcing to Ownership: Using the BOT Model to Build a Software Team in Vietnam
Industries Jun 09Explore Vietnam’s expanding software outsourcing market and how Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT) models enable firms to establish scalable offshore centers.
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Vietnam's Critical Minerals Industry: Government Prioritizes Rare Earth Processing
Industries Jun 03Vietnam is repositioning its critical minerals industry from a resource-based sector toward a higher-value manufacturing ecosystem centered on processing, refining, and advanced materials production.
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Manufacturing in Vietnam: Regional Clusters and Site Selection for Production Expansion
Published: March 2026Vietnam’s manufacturing industry has transformed from a low-cost assembly hub into a key part of g... -
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...
HR & Payroll
Vietnam Immigration: Permanent Residence Eligibility and Application Guide
Jul 08Vietnam's immigration regime does not grant permanent residence based on length of stay. Instead, eligibility is limited to four statutory categories.
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Vietnam Personal Income Tax 2026: Key Changes Effective July 1
HR & Payroll Jun 30Vietnam's amended Personal Income Tax Law takes effect on July 1, 2026. Learn the key changes to deductions, exemptions, digital assets, and employer compliance.
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Business Etiquette in Vietnam: A Guide for Foreign Investors and Executives
HR & Payroll Jun 18Learn the essential business etiquette in Vietnam, including greetings, meetings, communication styles, dining customs, and cultural practices for foreign investors.
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Complying with Vietnam’s Electronic Labor Contract Framework: Circular 08/2026
HR & Payroll May 28Navigate your compliance with Vietnam's electronic labor contract regime under Circular No. 08/2026/TT-BNV, which provides detailed guidance on Decree No. 337/2025/ND-CP.
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Vietnam Raises Statutory Basic Salary From July 2026: Implications for Employers
HR & Payroll May 27Vietnam’s government has issued Decree 161/2026/ND-CP, introducing an increase to the country’s statutory pay rate, effective July 1, 2026.
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Vietnam's New Personal Data Protection Rules: Compliance, Governance, and Risk Management Guide
Published: June 2026Vietnam's new personal data protection framework introduces significant compliance and governance ob... -
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...
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