Other BriefingsInvesting in the Logistics Sector in Vietnam: A Brief Guide
Vietnam's logistics sector is becoming a major economic driver, supported by GDP growth, manufacturing expansion, e-commerce, government initiatives, favorable trade agreements, and strategic infrastructure, offering significant investment opportunities.
Vietnam’s Emerging Infrastructure Projects: Spotlight on Quang Nam and Phu Yen
The Vietnam Tourism Property Association (VnTPA) is promoting investments in recently approved airports, seaports, roads, and other key infrastructure projects across Vietnam. We spotlight nine such projects across Quang Nam and Phu Yen provinces.
Vietnam’s 2021-2030 National Forestry Planning: Key Objectives and Implications
Vietnam’s 2021-2030 National Forestry Development Planning offers significant opportunities for investors, especially in sustainable forest management, wood processing, and environmental services.
How to Establish a Bonded Warehouse in Vietnam
We discuss requirements for businesses interested in establishing a bonded warehouse in Vietnam, including necessary steps, documents, and regulations.
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Completing an Effective Stocktake in Vietnam
Tax & Accounting Sep 17 -
Investing in the Logistics Sector in Vietnam: A Brief Guide
Industries Sep 16 -
Understanding Vietnam's Regulation on Recognizing Foreign Electronic Signatures
Legal & Regulatory Sep 13 -
Vietnam's Management of Duty-Incentivized Projects Following Ownership Changes: Latest Guidelines
Tax & Accounting Sep 12 -
Vietnam Government Seeks Domestic Market Development: Implications for E-Commerce
Economy & Trade Sep 11
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Economy & Trade
Vietnam Government Seeks Domestic Market Development: Implications for E-Commerce
Sep 11Vietnam’s Prime Minister issued a directive to boost demand, support production, and promote market development, including in e-commerce, to strengthen the domestic economy.
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Vietnam’s Emerging Infrastructure Projects: Spotlight on Quang Nam and Phu Yen
Economy & Trade Sep 06The Vietnam Tourism Property Association (VnTPA) is promoting investments in recently approved airports, seaports, roads, and other key infrastructure projects across Vietnam. We spotlight nine such projects across Quang Nam and Phu Yen provinces.
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Vietnam’s 2021-2030 National Forestry Planning: Key Objectives and Implications
Economy & Trade Sep 05Vietnam’s 2021-2030 National Forestry Development Planning offers significant opportunities for investors, especially in sustainable forest management, wood processing, and environmental services.
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Significance of the Can Tho Development and Urban Resilience Project
Economy & Trade Sep 04The Can Tho Development and Urban Resilience Project, or Project 3, represents a pivotal step in safeguarding Can Tho city against the growing threat of flooding and land subsidence.
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Vietnam-China Bilateral Trade Crosses US$100 Billion Mark in H1 2024
Economy & Trade Sep 03Trade between Vietnam and China remains robust, with expectations that bilateral trade may exceed US$200 billion by the end of 2024. We look at key trends and discuss how investors and trading firms can tap into the rapidly growing economic engagement between the two markets.
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An Introduction to Doing Business in ASEAN 2024
Published: December 2023
This publication is designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing in all ten ASEAN countries a... -
An Introduction to Doing Business in Vietnam 2024
Published: December 2023An Introduction to Doing Business in Vietnam 2024 provides readers with an overview of the fundament...
Tax & Accounting
Completing an Effective Stocktake in Vietnam
Sep 17As the year draws to a close, firms will likely need to perform a stock take. With this in mind, the Vietnam Briefing runs through what firms need to do to ensure their stocktake is as simple, quick, and effective as possible.
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Vietnam's Management of Duty-Incentivized Projects Following Ownership Changes: Latest Guidelines
Tax & Accounting Sep 12The new project owners will be considered the users of duty-exempt goods in Vietnam and are responsible for registering a list of these goods with customs authorities.
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CIT Incentives for Software Production and High-Tech Companies in Vietnam
Tax & Accounting Sep 10Software production benefits include preferential tax rates and exemptions, while high-tech enterprises can access broader incentives like tax holidays and financial support under Decree 13.
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Tax Audits for Representative Offices in Vietnam
Tax & Accounting Jul 23We discuss the key points of tax audits for Representative Offices in Vietnam, considering that these entities rely entirely on their parent companies without the ability to generate profits or enter into contracts independently.
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Vietnam Tax Codes: An Explainer
Tax & Accounting Jul 16Vietnam’s tax codes identify taxpayers and determine tax liability. Here, we outline how to acquire them and explain their importance.
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An Introduction to Doing Business in ASEAN 2024
Published: December 2023This publication is designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing in all ten ASEAN countries a... -
An Introduction to Doing Business in Vietnam 2024
Published: December 2023An Introduction to Doing Business in Vietnam 2024 provides readers with an overview of the fundament...
Legal & Regulatory
Understanding Vietnam's Regulation on Recognizing Foreign Electronic Signatures
Sep 13Vietnam's new regulations in July concerning the recognition of foreign electronic signature certification service providers and electronic signatures took effect August 15.
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Vietnam Government to Regulate Property Market if Prices Surge Over 20%
Legal & Regulatory Aug 16Vietnam’s government has implemented an intervention plan to address a potential scenario where property prices surge by over 20 percent within three months.
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Regulation of Vietnam’s Real Estate Market: New Laws in Effect from August 1, 2024
Legal & Regulatory Jul 29New laws and decrees, along with the implementation of a directive to initiate a nationwide land inventory, are expected to shake up the regulation of Vietnam’s property market and professionalize real estate brokerage.
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Eco-Industrial Parks in Vietnam: Implementation and Key Goals
Legal & Regulatory Jul 10The Vietnam government is considering a policy to facilitate the development of large eco-industrial parks and update preferential policies to encourage green investments. We discuss the proposed policy recommendations, pilot projects, and key goals.
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How to Set Up a Representative Office in Vietnam
Legal & Regulatory Jul 09A Representative Office (RO) is one of the simplest ways companies can set up in Vietnam, albeit with a limited scope of operation. In this article, we discuss the step-by-step process of establishing an RO in Vietnam, and relevant regulatory guidelines.
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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 2024
Published: December 2023This publication is designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing in all ten ASEAN countries a...
Industries
Investing in the Logistics Sector in Vietnam: A Brief Guide
Sep 16Vietnam's logistics sector is becoming a major economic driver, supported by GDP growth, manufacturing expansion, e-commerce, government initiatives, favorable trade agreements, and strategic infrastructure, offering significant investment opportunities.
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Vietnam Manufacturing Tracker: 2024-25
Industries Aug 29The 2024-25 Vietnam Manufacturing Tracker offers the latest data, insights, and policy updates to keep foreign investors and analysts informed about the industry.
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Tourism Industry Prospects in Vietnam's Kiên Giang Province
Industries Aug 23We look at the booming tourism industry in Kiên Giang Province, Vietnam, as it targets 23.7 million visitors by 2030 with its pristine islands, luxury resorts, and diverse cultural attractions.
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Vietnam Establishes National Steering Committee on Semiconductor Development
Industries Aug 21Vietnam's commitment to developing its semiconductor industry, bolstered by the presence of major players, promises the gradual formation of a supportive ecosystem and new opportunities for supply chain participants.
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Vietnam’s 2025 Enterprise Investigation: Key Targets and Timeline
Industries Aug 14We discuss the scope of the Vietnam government's nationwide 2025 Enterprise Investigation, targeted sectors and types of businesses, and the data reporting required. The 2025 Enterprise Investigation will use an indirect survey method, collecting information online through electronic Webform questionnaires.
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Vietnam Market Entry Strategy for Foreign F&B Companies
Published: December 2023Vietnam has been rapidly rising as a key Southeast Asian market for a vast range of foreign food and... -
Getting Your Goods to Market in Vietnam
Published: June 2023High inflation and interest rates, along with currency fluctuations are all making it expensive and ...
HR & Payroll
Typhoon Season in Vietnam: How to Prepare Your Business
Sep 05Vietnam is prone to several typhoons every year. Vietnam Briefing discusses the key risks and how businesses can prepare for the typhoon season.
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Vietnam’s New Minimum Wage Effective from July 1, 2024
HR & Payroll Aug 12Vietnam's new minimum wage, effective July 1, 2024, will impact various social insurance items calculated based on the statutory pay rate.
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Vietnam’s 2024 Social Insurance Law: Implications for Businesses
HR & Payroll Aug 09We discuss key points of Vietnam’s revised 2024 Social Insurance Law - effective from July 1, 2025 - which aims to strengthen social insurance coverage.
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Vietnam Labor Market Report for H1 2024
HR & Payroll Jul 26The Vietnam labor market showed positive trends in H1 2024, with increased employment opportunities and salary growth. Additionally, the proportion of Vietnamese workers holding degrees or certificates rose to 28.1 percent in the second quarter of 2024.
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HCMC Announces Labor and Employment Strategy Through 2025: Key Goals
HR & Payroll Jun 18HCMC's labor and employment strategy for 2023-2025, with a vision to 2030, has identified eight areas for human resource development, highlighting key priority skill development roles and anticipated technology disruptors that may attract foreign investors in the education and skills development sector.
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An Introduction to Doing Business in ASEAN 2024
Published: December 2023This publication is designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing in all ten ASEAN countries a... -
An Introduction to Doing Business in Vietnam 2024
Published: December 2023An Introduction to Doing Business in Vietnam 2024 provides readers with an overview of the fundament...
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