Other Briefings
Vietnam Regulatory Brief: Timber Export Standards, Venture Capital Funding, and Proposed Increases to Business Licensing Fees
In this weeks Vietnam Regulatory Brief we highlight mutual recognition of timber regulations between the EU and Vietnam, discuss new regulations on venture capital funding, and analyze the impact of proposed business licensing fees slated for 2017.
Industry Spotlight: Vietnam’s Growing Appetite for Education
In 2016, prevailing societal values and strong economic tailwinds combine to create promising opportunity in Vietnam’s education sector. For those capable of navigating the bureaucratic hurdles of the Vietnamese Market, timing has never been better to establish operations within the country.
Tax Alert: Vietnam Amends Laws on Tax Administration, Special Consumption Tax, and VAT
On April 6th, Vietnam’s National Assembly approved amendments to Value Added Taxation (VAT), Special Consumption Tax (SCT), and Tax Administration. The amendments become effective July 1st and are likely to impact a variety of invested enterprises. Read more for a detailed looks at specific adjustments and relevant dates to watch.
Proposed Increase in Business Licensing Fees on the Horizon for 2017
Draft legislation published by the Vietnamese Ministry of Finance on March 25th has proposed significant adjustments to business licensing within the country. These changes have the potential to raise fees by as much as three times their current levels and, if approved, could become effective as soon as January 1st of 2017.
Public Private Partnerships in Vietnam – Part 2: The Tendering Process
Public Private Partnerships (PPP) are a growing and profitable entry point to the Vietnamese market. For firms seeking to tap into these opportunities, several steps must be followed as part of the investment process, including the preparation of a project proposal, its submission, and the tendering process.
Vietnam News Brief: Information Security, Venture Capital Regulations, and New Tariff on Steel Imports
In this week’s Vietnam Regulatory Brief we discuss the consolidation of information security legislation, analyze the impact of impending legislation pertaining to venture capital, and highlight Vietnam’s new tariff on steel imports.
Public Private Partnerships in Vietnam – Part 1: Industry and Contract Structures
Over the next 35 years, Vietnam is projected to be among the fastest growing economies in the world. To meet the demand of its rapidly emerging middle class, opportunities abound for construction companies seeking to engage in public private partnerships. Read more for a detailed look at industry opportunities and currently accepted investment vehicles.
Vietnam Market Watch: The Path to Middle Class Status, Labor Shortages, and Reduced Transport Fares
In this weeks Vietnam Market Watch we discuss World Bank recommendations for Vietnamese growth, highlight farming and engineering labor shortages, and discuss fare reductions planned by taxi giants Vinasun and Mai Linh.
Vietnam’s Aviation Industry Boom: a Golden Opportunity for Budding Aviators
Max Buerger, head of Alpha Aviation Group, provides insight into the state of aviation in Vietnam. Read more to find out how demand for air transport is outpacing the supply of qualified pilots in the country, and learn how private aviation training centers can assist Vietnam make up for its current shortages.
Vietnam Regulatory Brief: Foreign Specialist Tax Exemptions and Slated Issuance of International Driving Permits
In this week’s Vietnam Regulatory Brief we discuss the details of new specialist tax exemptions and highlight issues surrounding Hanoi’s plans to issue international driving permits.
