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const htmlContents = function(toc, options) {
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    top: 2,           // biggest header to include in outline - default H2
    bottom: 3,        // smallest header to include in outline - default H3
    addIds: true,     // addIds - yes by default to H* that don't have them
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		li += el.textContent
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		li += '</li>'
		return li
  }

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  let TOC = document.getElementById(toc.replace(/\#/g, ''))

  //get levels in between top and bottom - make query string
  let lvls = []
  for (let i = options.top; i <= options.bottom; i++) {
    lvls.push('h' + i)
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  let hs = entryContent.querySelectorAll(lvls.join(','))
  let headers

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    headers.forEach(function(el) {

      if(!el.hasAttribute("data-skipTOC")){

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      //id will be the textcontent without non-letter characters in lower case
      let id = el.textContent.replace(/[^a-zA-Z]/g, '').toLowerCase() + 'Header'
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  headers.forEach(function(h) {
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		let currentLevel = getLevel(h.tagName)
		let li = listItem(h, currentLevel)
		//if we're still at level
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		} else if (currentLevel < prevLevel) {
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		} else {
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				<time class="entry-date" datetime="2024-10-25T15:07:54+08:00">October 25, 2024</time> <span class="sep"> by </span>
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			<p class="mt-1rem"><p>Vietnam mandates the use of electronic invoice (e-invoice) for all taxpayers. This article provides essential guidance and notes the step-by-step compliance requirements for businesses implementing e-invoicing.</p>
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			<p class="mt-1rem"><p>Companies engaged in the extraction of natural resources in Vietnam are subject to tax obligations on these resources. Here&#8217;s what they are.</p>
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			<p class="mt-1rem"><p>We profile the top industries in Hung Yen and outline the steps and documentation needed for setting up an FDI company in the province.</p>
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				<time class="entry-date" datetime="2024-10-22T18:46:56+08:00">October 22, 2024</time> <span class="sep"> by </span>
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			<p class="mt-1rem"><p>With new and adjusted capital totaling US$1.7 billion—recorded between January to September 2024—Hung Yen province is attracting international attention, especially from major investors like Japan, China, and South Korea. </p>
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				<time class="entry-date" datetime="2024-10-21T16:05:24+08:00">October 21, 2024</time> <span class="sep"> by </span>
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			<p class="mt-1rem"><p>Vietnam&#8217;s draft Corporate Income Tax (CIT) Law proposes changes to incentive eligibility, taxation on capital transfers by foreign investors, and aims to address limitations hindering integration with international best tax practices. </p>
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				<time class="entry-date" datetime="2024-10-18T11:30:25+08:00">October 18, 2024</time> <span class="sep"> by </span>
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			<p class="mt-1rem"><p>The 2024-25 Vietnam Manufacturing Tracker offers the latest data, insights, and policy updates to keep foreign investors and analysts informed about the industry.</p>
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		<a href="https://www.vietnam-briefing.com/news/vietnams-digital-infrastructure-strategy-2025-new-opportunities-for-foreign-investors.html/"><img src="https://www.vietnam-briefing.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Vietnams-Digital-Infrastructure-Strategy-Key-Focus-Areas-for-Investors-300x169.jpg" class="img-responsive"></a>
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				<time class="entry-date" datetime="2024-10-17T17:53:20+08:00">October 17, 2024</time> <span class="sep"> by </span>
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			<p class="mt-1rem"><p>Vietnam’s Digital Infrastructure Strategy, approved in October 2024, identifies priority areas for investment, providing clear guidance for foreign firms looking to engage with Vietnam&#8217;s growing digital economy.</p>
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				<time class="entry-date" datetime="2024-10-16T17:54:11+08:00">October 16, 2024</time> <span class="sep"> by </span>
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			<p class="mt-1rem"><p>The management of on-the-spot export and import activities in Vietnam has exposed certain shortcomings, prompting the government to plan reforms to align with international standards and ensure fairness across different types of businesses.</p>
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			<p class="mt-1rem"><p>Vietnam&#8217;s rooftop solar sector is poised for significant investment growth with the release of a new draft decree in early October 2024. This article examines the proposed changes in the decree and how they are expected to facilitate commercial and foreign investment opportunities in the country’s renewable energy sector and technology firms.</p>
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			<p class="mt-1rem"><p>Vietnam&#8217;s school education sector offers strong potential for foreign investment, driven by rising demand, state policies, and tax incentives. However, investors must carefully navigate regulatory requirements and conduct thorough market research.</p>
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