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Economy & Trade
Vietnam Addresses Implementation Bottlenecks Under Decree 46 on Food Safety
Feb 04Vietnam’s government has moved swiftly to address a series of practical difficulties emerging from the rollout of Decree No. 46/2026/ND-CP, a major new regulation implementing the Law on Food Safety.
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India-EU FTA vs. EVFTA: A Comparative Look at Their Strategic Impact on EU Business Expansion
Economy & Trade Feb 02A comparative view of the FTAs with India and Vietnam reveals how the EU has customized its trade approach for different partners.
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Da Nang After Merger: A New Industrial and Investment Landscape
Economy & Trade Jan 30Da Nang City is one of Vietnam’s six centrally governed cities and a designated national growth pole, playing a pivotal role in the South Central Coast and Central Highlands.
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Green Transition in Vietnam’s Industrial Parks: Part 1 – Policy Foundations and Landscape
Economy & Trade Jan 29Vietnam’s industrial parks are shifting toward eco-industrial models, renewable energy, and green standards amid global supply chain changes.
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Vietnam Economic Performance in 2025: GDP, FDI, and Trade
Economy & Trade Jan 22Vietnam’s economy demonstrated a robust performance in 2025, achieving 8 percent GDP growth, maintaining resilient FDI, keeping inflation stable, and expanding trade.
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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
Fraud Prevention and Investigation in Vietnam: Guidance for Foreign Investors
Feb 03For foreign investors, Vietnam's fraud risks often stem from weak internal controls, overtrust in local partners, or fast growth without proper governance.
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Preparing for Vietnam’s Special Consumption Tax Changes in 2026: Key Compliance Highlights
Tax & Accounting Jan 28Vietnam applies new Special Consumption Tax rules from January 1, 2026, detailing key changes and compliance impacts for businesses.
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Vietnam Abolishes Business License Tax from 2026
Tax & Accounting Jan 27Vietnam official abolishes the business license tax (BLT), effective January 1, 2026, to reduce compliance costs and promote business growth.
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Understanding Key Indirect and International Taxes in Vietnam
Tax & Accounting Jan 20We outline the key indirect taxes and highlight several international tax considerations applicable in Vietnam.
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Understanding Functional Currency in Vietnam’s Accounting Regime
Tax & Accounting Jan 09Vietnam’s Circular 99 clarifies how enterprises determine, change, and translate functional currency, including VND reporting and disclosure requirements.
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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 Addresses Implementation Bottlenecks Under Decree 46 on Food Safety
Feb 04Vietnam’s government has moved swiftly to address a series of practical difficulties emerging from the rollout of Decree No. 46/2026/ND-CP, a major new regulation implementing the Law on Food Safety.
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Vietnam’s Regulatory Updates in February 2026: New Customs, Administrative, and Enforcement Rules
Legal & Regulatory Feb 04Vietnam will implement a range of new regulatory updates covering customs, administrative, monetary, and sector-specific regulations from February 2026.
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Vietnam's Personal Data Protection: Key Requirements under Decree 356
Legal & Regulatory Jan 26Vietnam's personal data protection rules have tightened under Decree 356. Learn about new compliance duties for businesses operating in Vietnam.
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Vietnam Introduces Motorcycle Emission Standards amid Nationwide Air-Quality Reforms
Legal & Regulatory Jan 23Vietnam introduces national motorcycle emission standards, establishing a first nationwide framework for controlling motorcycle and moped emissions.
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Exploring the Vietnam International Financial Center: Part 2 – Legal Framework, Dispute Resolution, and Judicial Mechanisms
Legal & Regulatory Jan 21An overview of the Vietnam IFC legal framework, including Resolution 222, the application of foreign law, arbitration options, and dispute resolution mechanisms for cross-border investors.
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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
Da Nang After Merger: A New Industrial and Investment Landscape
Jan 30Da Nang City is one of Vietnam’s six centrally governed cities and a designated national growth pole, playing a pivotal role in the South Central Coast and Central Highlands.
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Green Transition in Vietnam’s Industrial Parks: Part 1 – Policy Foundations and Landscape
Industries Jan 29Vietnam’s industrial parks are shifting toward eco-industrial models, renewable energy, and green standards amid global supply chain changes.
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Vietnam Introduces Motorcycle Emission Standards amid Nationwide Air-Quality Reforms
Industries Jan 23Vietnam introduces national motorcycle emission standards, establishing a first nationwide framework for controlling motorcycle and moped emissions.
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Investing in Vietnam’s Resort Sector: Market Overview and Outlook
Industries Jan 14Vietnam’s resort sector enters 2026 with momentum, driven by rising domestic travel, international arrivals rebound, and demand for integrated leisure and wellness destinations.
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Vietnam: A Rising Manufacturing Hub in Asia in 2026
Industries Jan 13Vietnam is among the top three most promising manufacturing hubs in Asia, according to the Asia Manufacturing Index 2026 by Dezan Shira & Associates.
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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's Personal Data Protection: Key Requirements under Decree 356
Jan 26Vietnam's personal data protection rules have tightened under Decree 356. Learn about new compliance duties for businesses operating in Vietnam.
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2026 Vietnam Public Holiday Schedule: Vietnam Culture Day Added as New Public Holiday
HR & Payroll Jan 13November 24 has been officially designated as Vietnam Culture Day and recognized as an annual public holiday.
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Vietnam Mandates Centralized Electronic Labor Contracts from July 2026: Key Requirements under Decree 337
HR & Payroll 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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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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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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