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Netflix has run into a number of legal and regulatory challenges entering the Vietnam market. Here's an overview and what other firms can learn from the streaming giant's experience.
Managing Labor Shortages in Hai Duong: Insights for Foreign Firms
Foreign firms in Hai Duong are reporting labor shortages. Here’s how foreign firms can make hiring easier and lower attrition rates at the same time.
Vietnam’s Imports-Exports Down 8.5% in April
Vietnam Customs has released its import-export data for April 2023. Here’s what it says.
Vietnam’s Electricity Sector: Challenges and Prospects for Foreign Investment
Vietnam's electricity sector needs investment and lots of it. Here’s an overview of how it's developing and a rundown of what foreign investors should know.
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Explained: Netflix’s Rocky Vietnam Market Entry
Legal & Regulatory Jun 01 -
Renminbi Rising: What Foreign Firms in Vietnam Should Know
Economy & Trade May 31 -
Northern Vietnam Industrial Parks: Benefits and Challenges
Industries May 30 -
Microinsurance in Vietnam: An Industry Overview
Industries May 29 -
Brazil President, Vietnam PM Talk Trade on G7 Sidelines
Economy & Trade May 26
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Economy & Trade
Renminbi Rising: What Foreign Firms in Vietnam Should Know
May 31The Chinese Yuan is becoming more and more popular in international transactions as the United States dollar appreciates. Here’s what this looks like in ASEAN and Vietnam.
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Brazil President, Vietnam PM Talk Trade on G7 Sidelines
Economy & Trade May 26The leaders of Vietnam and Brazil have discussed trade on the sidelines of the G7. Here's what trade looks like between these two nations at the start of 2023.
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Vietnam’s Imports-Exports Down 8.5% in April
Economy & Trade May 24Vietnam Customs has released its import-export data for April 2023. Here’s what it says.
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EU Regulations to Combat Deforestation and Impact on Vietnam
Economy & Trade May 15The implementation of new EU regulations aimed at combating deforestation could have a significant impact on Vietnam's agricultural exports to Europe. Here's what that might look like.
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Vietnam Showcases Agricultural Exports at Italian Trade Show
Economy & Trade May 11Vietnam-Italy two-way trade continues to grow on the back of the EVFTA. Here’s what it looks like at the start of 2023.
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An Introduction to Doing Business in Vietnam 2023
Published: December 2022
An Introduction to Doing Business in Vietnam 2023 provides readers with an overview of the fundament...
Tax & Accounting
Tax Obligations for Non-Resident Property Owners in Vietnam
May 19Dezan Shira and Associates’ tax expert, Thang Vu, talks tax reporting obligations of foreigners who own rental properties in Vietnam.
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What a Sugar Tax Might Mean for Foreign Firms in Vietnam
Tax & Accounting May 16Vietnam's Ministry of Finance (MoF) is actively considering the implementation of a sugar tax to tackle obesity in the country and boost revenue.
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Progress Report: Vietnam's Response to the Global Minimum Tax
Tax & Accounting May 05The global minimum tax will soon come into force in a number of jurisdictions. Here's where Vietnam is at in terms of its response.
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VAT Reduction in Vietnam from 10 to 8 Percent Expected After Government Approval
Tax & Accounting Apr 27The Vietnamese government has proposed a reduction in VAT tax to address the current economic challenges. Here's where it's at and what it could mean for foreign firms.
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Vietnam Extends VAT, CIT, PIT, and Land Rent Deadlines
Tax & Accounting Apr 21Temporary tax relief is available for businesses in Vietnam in the form of tax deadline extensions. Here's what foreign firms need to know.
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Tax, Accounting, and Audit in Vietnam 2022
Published: May 2022This edition of Tax, Accounting, and Audit Guide for 2022, produced in collaboration with our tax ex...
Legal & Regulatory
Explained: Netflix’s Rocky Vietnam Market Entry
Jun 01Netflix has run into a number of legal and regulatory challenges entering the Vietnam market. Here's an overview and what other firms can learn from the streaming giant's experience.
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How to Register a Trademark in Vietnam
Legal & Regulatory May 22Intellectual property can be crucial to a firm's success. Here's what foreign firms need to know about registering trademarks in Vietnam.
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Vietnam Government Approves Power Development Plan 8
Legal & Regulatory May 17Vietnam's government has approved the Power Development Plan 8 after a number of drafts and revisions. Here are its key features and highlights.
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Settling Business Disputes: Commercial Arbitration in Vietnam
Legal & Regulatory May 09Commercial arbitration is legislated in Vietnam. Here's a breakdown of the law and what foreign firms should know.
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Vietnam’s Personal Data Protection Decree: A Quick Guide
Legal & Regulatory May 03Foreign investors should take note of the provisions in Decree No. 13/2023/ND-CP, which provides guidelines on personal data protection in Vietnam.
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Digital Economy Prospects in Vietnam and Identifying Government Support
Published: April 2022Vietnam’s digital economy has seen significant growth over the last decade and is expected to be v...
Industries
Northern Vietnam Industrial Parks: Benefits and Challenges
May 30In this article the Vietnam-Briefing explores what to expect when establishing a manufacturing plant or factory in one of northern Vietnam’s industrial parks.
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Microinsurance in Vietnam: An Industry Overview
Industries May 29Microinsurance is gaining significant traction in Vietnam. Despite low product value, the potential is lucrative across a mass customer base.
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Vietnam’s Electricity Sector: Challenges and Prospects for Foreign Investment
Industries May 23Vietnam's electricity sector needs investment and lots of it. Here’s an overview of how it's developing and a rundown of what foreign investors should know.
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The Rise of Additive Manufacturing in Vietnam
Industries May 12Additive manufacturing in Vietnam is developing alongside similar sectors in the rest of the region. Here's what that looks like.
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Corporate Cybersecurity Issues in Vietnam and How to Address Them
Industries May 10Cyber threats are common around the world and Vietnam is no exception. Here’s how firms can protect themselves against cyber threats in Vietnam.
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Investing in Vietnam’s Startup Sector
Published: March 2023The startup industry in Vietnam is experiencing a surge. The country currently boasts an estimated 3... -
Vietnam’s Logistics Sector: Opportunities in Air, Sea, and Land Connectivity
Published: February 2023Vietnam’s logistics sector is filled with opportunities for investors looking to expand their Sout...
HR & Payroll
Managing Labor Shortages in Hai Duong: Insights for Foreign Firms
May 25Foreign firms in Hai Duong are reporting labor shortages. Here’s how foreign firms can make hiring easier and lower attrition rates at the same time.
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Service Contracts in Vietnam: What You Need to Know
HR & Payroll May 18Service contracts in Vietnam are one way for firms to find human resources support for temporary or specialized projects. Here’s how they work.
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Labor Market Continues to Recover in Q1 2023: GSO
HR & Payroll Apr 26The General Statistics Office has released its report on labor and employment in Q1 2023. Here's what it says.
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Vietnamese New Year 2023: How to Prepare Your Business
HR & Payroll Jan 05Vietnam Briefing offers a basic understanding of the Vietnamese New Year or Tet including customary practices that businesses should be aware of.
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Vietnam's HR Landscape, Compliance, and Recruitment - Latest Issue of Vietnam Briefing Magazine
HR & Payroll Dec 20We provide readers with an overview of Vietnam’s human resources landscape and key compliance requirements.
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Vietnam's HR Landscape, Compliance, and Recruitment
Published: December 2022We provide readers with an overview of Vietnam’s Human Resources landscape, compliance requirement...
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