Other Briefings
Applying for a Vietnam Work Permit: Guidelines for Foreigners and Employers
Vietnam has amended certain provisions regarding hiring foreign workers and the issuance of work permits. We provide the details.
U.S. Commerce Department Initiates Sunset Review of Vietnam Laminated Woven Sacks
The U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC) has initiated the first sunset review of anti-dumping and countervailing duty orders on laminated woven sacks imported from Vietnam, as reported by Vietnam’s Trade Remedies Authority under the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT). This decision was made public by the DOC on May 1. The products under investigation […]
U.S. Halts Anti-Dumping Probe into Vietnam Steel Rolls
The U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC) has officially halted its investigation into steel rolls imported from Vietnam, as reported by Vietnam’s Trade Remedies Authority under the Ministry of Industry and Trade. The DOC announced its decision on April 30, concluding the anti-dumping probe that began on August 7, 2023. Dexstar Company, a U.S. entity, had […]
Is Vietnam a Market Economy? U.S. Considers Status Upgrade
The U.S. is debating whether to upgrade Vietnam’s non-market economy status to a market economy to support President Biden’s aim of fostering a “friend-shoring” relationship and diversifying supply chains away from China, potentially ending high duties on Vietnamese imports.
Franchising in Vietnam: Legal Framework and Registration Requirements
The franchising sector in Vietnam benefits from relaxed retail regulations and a dynamic entrepreneurial landscape.
Dong Nai Province, Vietnam: Opportunities in the Leading Industrial Production Hub
Dong Nai province, in the southern region, is a prime choice for foreign companies in Vietnam with its strong infrastructure, logistics connectivity, and industrial parks. We profile its key advantages that has made it among the top ranked destinations for FDI in the country across multiple business lines.
Vietnam Foreign Trade Continues Recovery in 2024
Vietnam’s foreign trade continued to rebound in the first four months of 2024 following a major trade slump recorded in 2023, per GSO data.
Vietnam’s Total Foreign Investment Climbs to US$9.27 Billion in Four Months: GSO
Vietnam received an estimated US$6.28 billion in FDI during Jan-April of this year, marking the highest level in the past five years.
Understanding How Trademark Opposition Works in Vietnam
We discuss the legal grounds on which intellectual property rights holders can register opposition to trademark applications in Vietnam.
Vietnam’s Imported Meat Market: Growth Drivers and Regulatory Requirements
We examine Vietnam’s imported meat market, including demand growth drivers and regulatory requirements for foreign producers and exporters.
